I'm more familiar with Colt and Bushmaster, and, though I'd love to get an FN SCAR or HK416 ... those are probably out of my price range at the moment.
Thoughts?
SnakeDoc
Consider something NFA. Try policeguns.com for barely used Colt M4/LE (an AR15 as close to a real M4 as you can get) with 11.5” barrel. Around $1200 plus $200 transfer tax. Love mine.
Comes loaded with front and rear sights, front grip and two 30rd magazines. Great rifle (not "assault weapon.")
S&W MP 15 Sport.
Please see Post 54.