[azasadny]

I shot my AR15 yesterday and my BIL fired his AR10 and my buddy fired his AR15 at an outdoor range near Findlay, OH yesterday. The AR10 (.308) is louder and has quite a bit more recoil than the AR15. I really like to shoot the AR15, it's pleasant to shoot, very accurate and EASY to strip down and clean! Whoever told you these weapons are tough to clean/maintain is nuts! I'm just starting to reload my own ammo because of the high cost of ammo (.50 a round) and that will be my new winter hobby. .223 is a proven cartridge and the AR15 is an excellent weapon and easy to maintain. I recommend that you shoot one 1st and see if you like it.