For $1,200, I would build an 16" flat-top AR with the mid-length gas system, quad rail and a good red-dot/reflex type optic. Might have to save up an extra hundred for the optic....
Of course, if I built the AR, I could (temporarily) skip the optic and buy extra mags, ammo and a really nice case. Probably do that, now that i think about it some more.
If I had any brains (I don't), I should get a decent AR in.223.What I'd like is have my Ruger Bisley rebuilt by Cylinder & Slide, or Gary Redder,fitted with real ivory stocks. Then a floral carved El Paso Three Persons rig.Then I'd be an OC'r. (lol)
I would buy a coule of AK kits and several hi-point handguns and a bunch of ammo. but I don't care what my weapons brand names are as long as they deliver the payload