I was wondering if anyone here has ever used the H&K SL-8 aka the civilian legal G36? If so, how was the accuracy, reliablity etc.?

I got to shoot one back in 2002. Nothing really stood out for me, other than it looks really cool.

I wasn't very impressed with the one I shot. It was OK, but way too much money for what you get.IMHO

If I was going to dump a couple grand on a battle rifle, I would definitely pick something else. I was really impressed with the FN 2000. Looks clumsy as all get out, but it handles really well. I would also consider a nice M4gery of some sort and deck it out with an ACOG or other high end optic for the same money. JMHO of course.

I thought about the SL-8 because there is a straight-pull bolt action available here in Australia called the R8. I was considering either the R8 or Steyr Scout becuase i'd really like a unique weapon that looks awesome and I figured for that money, accuracy would be very good.

Same experience here. I'd rather have an AR-15.

I really like my Springfield Armory White Feather in 308 It was not cheap but man does it shoot chad