[Psalm 144]

Thanks! I will check into that. I wanted an M14 but they are out of budget. I see some criticisms of them too, although I heard a lot of praise for them from some vets. Ammo would be more problematical too. Eventually.

[Myrddin]

M14 is a nice rifle, but few will ever be in civilian hands due to the select fire nature of that rifle. If you want a semi-auto .308, there are plenty of AR-10 variants or the M1A from (Springfield, Fulton). Fulton has a better quality reputation.

AR-15 pattern rifles are cheap and good. Bear Creek Arsenal has a good sale for Halloween. I build custom rifles/pistols form Bear Creek and Anderson Rifles parts. Great customer service at both places. You'll have to transfer to a local FFL if you purchase a complete rifle.

[SVTCobra03]

The M14 is old technology but you can find several AR-15 platforms in 7.62mm. You might want to consider 6.8mm like the Stag Model 7.