So /k/... if I wanted a semi auto detachable magazine fed rifle to last a life time in an intermediate cartridge... what should I get? I have an upper limit of about $1500. I have a particular soft spot AK pattern rifles and was considering an old Valmet or Polytech/Norinco. On the other hand I really prefer the European/Warsaw pact varieties and wouldn't be opposed to a Polish or Hungarian build. I'd probably go milled and under-folding if I went that way however a fixed stock rifle would be fine. My main concern is of course barrel life and in this instance, an AK that has the proper treated barrel pins and head-spacing so I don't have to worry about shit walking out ( I know a very rare almost non-issue, I'm just buying for life here). So what would you guys suggest?