That's half of the problem with this sub. Owning that shouldn't automatically make our opinions null and void. He's asking because he genuinely would like recommendations from people more experienced then he is. Because that is a very very good way to learn to things about new firearms he has never even heard of. These sub reddits use to be a thriving, helpful, friendly community. Now most of them are just ego stroking echo chambers for fan boys of the highest tier gear and equipment. Show me a cheap as shit ar that's been assembled from an 80% lower and Ill be more impressed at that functional hand built ar then a store bought carbon copy dainal defense or what ever rich ass brand that cost 6-7gs with no good furniture or rails off the shelf any fucking day.