My understanding is that an all factory new DSA FAL is a little better than an issue gun.
The typical Springfield is LESS reliable and more fragile than an issue M-14. Broken cast parts, etc. Plus the scope problem.
The M1A sights are better for match shooting - but that's a very specialized doctrine. Normally, you'd never touch the windage knob on a battle rifle.
Right now, I'd go with a DSA. If you feel you might want to shoot high power, find a 10 year old M1A when most of the parts were GI.
Off topic - take a look at the various AR-10s. Superior accuracy and M1A sights with FAL style ergos.
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