I'm back and forth on this weapon. I like it because it is a well proven action. I don't like it because it is way overpriced when compared to a all steel receivered Safari BAR, which can be had in .308 for around $850.00, compared to the Aluminum receivered FNAR for $1,100.00. All you get with the FNAR is magazine capacity and the "Tacticool" look.
The Safari Grade has a beautiful blued finish, all steel receiver, along with a nicely finished Walnut stock. It can also be had with the B.O.S.S. System and Magnum chamberings, up to and including .338 Win. Mag. It's just a nicer, cheaper rifle that gives a lot more for your money when compared to the FNAR. However, they are accurate, and can be had in a heavy barrel. The magazines are proprietary and very expensive. They are also difficult to obtain. So it basically all boils down to how much you want it over a M1-A, FAL, CETME, or any of the .308 AR models that are out there. Bill T.