TEC Posted November 23, 2019 Report Share Posted November 23, 2019 I am trying to decide on either a .308 or 6.5 Creedmore complete AR type rifle. The proclaimed 30% less recoil of the 6.5 interests me but it seems they all are 20"+ barrels with heavier weight over the .308 with a 16" barrel. I like the price and weight of the .308 Diamondback & DPMS Oracle. I am new here and would appreciate your comments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 welcome to endless knowledge and experience.. first thing to know about you is your intention for the rifle, also what is your experience.. can you build your rifle cheaper than the one you want to upgrade off the shelf? like a bathroom or kitchen remodel you have to always have a budget$$ start there and many members here will save you heartache and $! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzRon Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armed Eye Doc Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belt Fed Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Welcome to the forum, can't go wrong with either of them. I hunt with Diamondbacks in 308 and 6.5. both will do the job. i'm partial to the 6'5 for hunting. but it has limited ammo for just plinking where the 308 has numerous. I would say if you're going to have just one to hunt and target shoot with, the 308 would be the better choice. Then maybe later you can get a 6.5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtallen83 Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Welcome from Iowa! Start with the 308. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRiverII Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Welcome tea. You've been given good advice already and they'll be plenty more if the questions are presented. I like a bit of recoil, it reminds me that I'm controlling lightning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 I opted for the .308 because, as far as my research showed, it was the best all-around caliber. This was taking into account ammo availability, range, and accuracy. I'll probably add a 6.5 upper a little later. Best to you, whichever way you choose to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cunuckgaucho Posted November 29, 2019 Report Share Posted November 29, 2019 Welcome, as Beltfed and Sharpshooter pointed out way more options off the shelf with .308 mind you not so much a barrier if you reload. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsquared Posted November 29, 2019 Report Share Posted November 29, 2019 Welcome aboard from Maryland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted November 30, 2019 Report Share Posted November 30, 2019 Welcome from Indiana brother Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooterrex Posted December 1, 2019 Report Share Posted December 1, 2019 Welcome from KY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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