Posted on 06/26/2010 6:00:41 PM PDT by US Navy Vet
I like the AK because it is just TOUGH!
My A2 never jammed, never had a problem, so M-16. Can’t I just have one of each? ;)
Depends on use. Close up, AK. Need some distance, M-16.
FN-FAL.
I used the M16 back in the 60’s. It was OK, but I suspect newer versions are pretty good. Never had an AK. I had a Chinese SKS that war simple and reliable, though not real accurate............. I think I’d take the M16 over the AK.
The AK-47 also has all the power of a .30-30 deer rifle, (As in not thru a vest), and the accuracy of a Nerf gun. If you want to blow big chunks off of the soft target you’re shooting at, out to 200 yards, go for the AR-15. If you want to hit them from 600 yards, and drop them, go for an AR-10, M-1A, or FN-FAL.
See post #6. ; )
I own both but if you take care of it, keep it clean, and need accuracy the M-16 wins IMO.
If you want something that works in the mud and you are not shooting past 100 meters the AK is a great choice. I prefer the machined AK variants over the stamped ones and you get more accuracy out of them.
If you gave me 100 low skill soldiers I would choose to equip them with the AK. If you gave me a highly trained rifle squad I would choose the M-16.
I voted with my wallet, AR-15 with lots of P-Mags and ammo.
In close, either one, with an edge to the AK. Out any distance, though, I’ll take the M-16
What vest? You stand 100 yds from my SKS with your vest. Make your will first...
That sounds right.
For Urban Comabt, the AK.
For the suburban combat, M-16.
For open areas (high deserts), M-16
Also, that accounts for 10:1 kill ratios. Good soldiers vs. cannon fodder with spray n’ pray.
I generally enjoy these type threads but this one has been done so many times that it is getting boring.
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Then ignore it and move on.
I like the AR-15 because it can hit with impunity out to 400-500 yards. As I get older, I am learning to appreciate the concept of "stand off" distance. $;-)
That said, the AK-47 is a good gun, too. They both have stood the test of time, haven't they?
That said, I'd like to hijack this thread a little bit and ask anyone out there if they know where one can acquire Black Hills Mk 262 Mod 1 5.56x45 ammo (50 rnd. white boxes). This ammo is similar to the Blue Box 77gr reloads (which are acceptable), but differ from the civilain loading in three ways:
1) Slightly hotter -- about 2,780 fps vs. 2,650.
2) Modified Sierra Match King 77gr bullet; has a cannelure to allow crimping for better functioning in automatic weapons.
3) Crimped primer.
Anyone know where either can be gotten without breaking the bank?
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