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This is a sweeping generalization...and I'm not one to make them often. But on this topic I will.
If you are looking for a quick one-game fix (i.e. a one-off OP or mission with a SAW/LMG) or are on a limited budget....
- an A&K or an non-plastic Ares will do....just be prepared for it to maybe/maybe-not die, for performance to be so-so and to potentially unload it vs. put time/money into it
If you're looking for a solid "keeper" for the arsenal...and are looking to put some TLC into it...
- aim for a good G&P and CA...the bang for buck is good, the fit/finish/externals are good...the internals can be fixed up
If you must have the most solid "never look back wanting" type...
- aim for a good G&P or Inokatsu...give it some TLC and it'll be there through thick and thin
The G&P Stoner is very solidly built...the Ino M60/Mk43's are tanks...the G&P's are excellent in general...the CA 249's are very solid too.
In general, the Ares SAW's/LMG's are "light". They're bendy and soft. The parts/components/fit & finish is so-so at best. On some models parts are factory built crooked (MK43 front sight is an example) or sloppy/wonky. Are they good enough though?...absolutely if you've got your expectations set right.
The A&K 249's/etc are similarly so-so. Soft metal, "m'eh" fit & finish, shitty internals. Good enough?...same as above.
More than anything...do a gut check and decide why and how long you want it for...then set a budget...then set or adjust your budget accordingly.
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