Good morning, all.

Though not a rabid fan of the AR platform, I believe it has a variety of uses ranging from plinker to defense. Not being particularly enamored of the AR, however, finds me grandly ignorant. I really want a plain Jane AR with the carry handle. Sadly, those are rare. S&W makes the 811000, though, which I initially thought about purchasing, and the 11511, which has the 1:7 chrome lined barrel, chromed bolt carrier, and chromed gas key. Might anyone have any experience with the 11511, or thoughts regarding whether or not it is a worthwhile purchase?

Thanks much for any assistance.

Aaron