Just an interesting "aside". I read an interview with the CEO of S&W that indicated the new bbl. on the Sport and other new AR models is manufactured by Thompson Center whose bbl. manufacturing expertise was one of the motivations in the acquisition of the company by S&W. The "Sport" version seems to be becoming more attractive as things like that come to light and positive owners' reports are written.

Good for S&W for making and sourcing their rifles in the USA.