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1/24/2005 7:21:57 PM EDT
Hey, I've been looking at springfield SAR8 and like the feel of it quite a bit.  just wondering how it would compare to say a DSA FAL.  This would not be a safe queen at all, it has got to be field worthy.  thanks for your help
1/24/2005 8:11:34 PM EDT
[#1]
The FAL has less recoil, better ergonomics (by far) and about the same level of accuracy.

Easier to clean too.

I've owned 5 HK roller locking system rifles, 3 real HK 91's and two Springfields, and while they are usuable infantry rifles, the FAL has it all over the G3 system.

DSA also uses a forged receiver.  Both companies have lifetime warranties.

Go with the DSA.
1/24/2005 8:37:26 PM EDT
[#2]
I can comment as an owner of both a SAR-8 and a DSA SA-58C PARA.

I like my SAR-8 (EBO Greek licensed copy) but I love my DSA.  Beyond question or comparison the DSA is a better weapon.

If its a newer SAR-8 with an aluminum receiver and integral rail then its not even a fair comparison - those SAR-'s are not even a good clone of the HK-91s at all. The Greek made ones are excellent rifles and worth while in their true form (922 compliant with good parts).

No doubt the DSA cost a lot, I know as I recently parted with the cash for mine - but I have no regrets.

If you are torn between the makes then I would suggest either a DSA STG model or a high quality FAL build to save money.

I am seriously considering selling my SAR-8 to buy another DSA. The HK design is good but IMHO the FAL system is better.  I just cant decide which DSA I would want next....
1/24/2005 8:57:32 PM EDT
[#3]
In grand ARFCOM, get both.

Personally, the Greek-made SAR8 has it all over the original HK91. Takes all of the HK91 acessories, and you don't need the sight tool to make sight adjustments because the SAR8 has thumb screw.
1/24/2005 10:04:04 PM EDT
[#4]
Looking at my Greek/EBO SAR-8 right now and there isnt a thumb screw on the rear sight that I can see...but yeah its a heck of a well made rifle even though I like my DSA FAL more..
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