[Mtbkski]

Newbie here with more dumb questions to thrill your lives with.

Is there really that big of a difference in these two rifles. I know the Mini squeezed thru the last AWB. So, with what is going on again. This may end up being our choice again.

What makes the AR such a better rifle? Keep it simple. I don't understand all the minor details that you hardcore guys get into. I'm just looking for a weapon for "Just in Case" and to plink with. It isn''t going to see a ton of shooting. I just want a rifle around a the house for WTSHTF

I know there are lots more accessories for the AR, but how does reliability compare.

If I go with the KISS complex. Wouldn't a Mini 14 be a decent choice for a plinker, that can be counted on as a Defensive Weapon if the sh*t should hit the fan. I know the Magazines are hard to find. Why is that, when they are everywhere for the AR? Someone told me you could use AR magazines in a Mini 14. Any truth to this?