Kind of want a DSA FAL

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So is there a middle ground between the two (CIA and DSA)?

Yes, DSA makes guns that cost $1,000 and guns that cost $2,000 and up. You can get one of their STG 58 guns for cheaper.

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/storeproduct482.aspx

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/storeproduct744.aspx

There are also some mid tier manufacturers like Enterprise Arms who build on parts kits-

http://www.atlanticfirearms.com/storeproduct618.aspx