Karl Townsend wrote:
I've got a Mini-14 stainless I'l part with for less.

I have a mini-14 stainless also. Set it up with a folding stock, flash
suppressor, and scope. Got a whole bunch of 30 round clips. I understand
the clips will interchange with the AR-15

Then it's time to buy a real semi auto. Get yourself
an M1A and don't look back.