I saw your thread was popping fresh with many responses and here's my opportunity.

I've noticed some ranges in my area feature a ladies shoot free day. Check your area for this. If not just visit one and state that you'd like to evaluate some small arms.

Our son used to have a customer who owned a range and he told our son to come by the shop to shoot for free because our son was waiting tables and going to school.

Try this and let us know what you like.

My favorites are the mini 14 and the M-16 A1 and A2 5.56mm.