which one? M&P MOE mid vs Colt LE6920MP

[brusso89]

This will be my first AR-15 purchase(probably a fun gun for light hunting, plinking and home defense), my budget is at $1200. I have it pretty much narrowed down between these two but being new to ar's not sure which one has the advantage. in my eyes the S&W seems to have a slight edge with the non chrome lined 1-8" twist( may stabilize 55 grain bullets better then the colts 1-7"?) and it has a mid length gas system from what I understand will be less recoil and slightly less wear and tear on the gun. but everywhere I read people say colt is top of the line and a better gun then S&W. your thought please! thanks in advance


SKU: 811054
.Model: M&P15 MOE Mid
.Caliber : 5.56 mm NATO
.Capacity: 30 Rounds - Detachable Magazine
.Action : Semi-Auto
.Barrel Length: 16” / 40.6 cm
.Barrel Twist: 1 in 8” 5R Rifling
.Front Sight: M4 A2 Post
.Rear Sight : Folding Magpul® MBUS
.Overall Length: 37” Extended / 33.75” Collapsed
.Stock : Magpul® MOE
.Weight : 6.54 lbs. / 2,966.5 g
.Barrel Material : 4150 CMV
.Barrel Finish : Durable, Corrosion Resistant Barrel Finish
.Receiver Material : 7075 T6 Aluminum
.Receiver Finish : Hard Coat Black Anodized
.Polymer Components : Finish Flat Dark Earth
.Chromed Components: Gas Key
Bolt Carrier
.Purpose: Hunting
Competitive
Recreational
Home Protection

Specifications:
Model: LE6920MP-FDE
Caliber: 5.56x45 NATO / 223 REM
Barrel Length: 16.1 inches
Bore: Chromed, 6 Grooves, 1-7 inch RH Twist
Front Sight: Adjustable Post for Elevation
Rear Sight: Adjustable for both Windage and Elevation
Extended Length: 35.5 inches
Collapsed Length: 32 inches
Weight: 6.9 lbs.
Action: Direct Gas System, Locking Bolt

Model Number: LE6920MP-FDE

 

[Daman]

I don't think you could go wrong with either one personally. Both companies make good firearms.

 

[Widow maker 223]

Both are good but colt is over priced In my opinion. The M&P will probably have the advantage.

 

[kwg020]

I'm not a fan of the 1/7 or the carbine length. I think the 1/8 is a good compromise and I prefer the mid length rifles over the carbine length. The Colt is true Milspec but the Smith has the companies reputation riding on it. My vote would probably be the Smith as well. kwg