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I researched a little for you at GunTests.com and in August 2005 they did a head to head comparison of the DPMS Panther Arms LR-308B, ArmaLite AR-10A4, and Bushmaster .308 20IZ and the DPMS was their first choice for match and field shooting. Of course this does not include the more recent .308 models and before spending a lot of money you may want to consider a subscription to this magazine which in general I consider a reliable source of firearm data (most of the time). http://www.gun-tests.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Hope this helps.

S&W MP10 perhaps on gunbroker close to your price range. I went for a Ruger SR762 at a higher price range at local gun store and did have to ship it back to the factory for repairs but they did fix it and it does work well. Ruger always fixes things. I really can not speak about other brands but my Ruger fires everything including steel cased ammo and uses Magpul mags. I consider this to be an ideal hog rifle. I probably would have gone with the S&W if a local dealer would have had one but none were in stock and I figure that if they don't come with sights for $1200, no great deal. I have a scope on the Ruger but like backup sights.