Just curious what the folks on this forum think about these 2 choices. I've been debating getting a .223 and occasionally see a good deal on a Mini 14. I rarely see a good deal on an AR 15. I would be using it primarily for varmint hunting and maybe some plinking around. I don't need it by any means but I thought I would get some opinions on what you like or dislike about the 2.

Thanks, Nathan