If you want top tier, just get what the military gets. Colt LE6920SOCOM version if you can find one.

If you want entry level, the M&P Sport II is a great choice.

I had a big "yawn" when I read about the SAINT from Springfield. Sorry, but I have no use for the mid-length gas system, and while the remaining features are interesting, to me it just doesn't need to be priced that much higher than the M&P Sport II.

Now, AR-type rifles are so prevalent that everyone has an opinion, and the foregoing is mine, and it is no better than that of anyone else. Thank you for reading my opinion. I have enjoyed looking over the opinions of all of the other posters to see if I can learn anything, or to see if other opinions change my mind. I am always open to that, so thanks to everyone for posting your ideas on this topic.

Good show!