Great article! I really like reading these history articles like this. The photos and info were really good. I was hoping to see something about the Beretta SMGs of the war, but you don't really hear that much about them....
An M1A as my college graduation gift from my father, about 25 years ago. I had wanted one all through my teenage years (got an M1 Garand and an M1 Carbine those years). I was floored, loved it, and still have it (along with two others!).
Unfortunately, my eye keeps drifting to the V-shaped unikini of the @HotRod avatar. It's like the most disturbing high-visibility sight I've ever seen... Make it stop!!! :LOL:
I'd always lean toward a heavier, faster bullet. I get why the FBI tried to go to the 10mm (can you imagine the performance of a 10mm MP5!), as that is a great round. But, with its heavy recoil and large size, I also get why the .40 made sense. Now, you can't swing a dead cat without hitting a...
I was taught the Weaver stance, but I see a LOT of people now doing the isosceles stance. I've always preferred Weaver, but it might just be becuase that's how I started....
Great article! I always love pieces that dig deep into the story of the M14 and the Garand. Great pics make it even better! Keep up the good work. I wonder how CMP's supply of Garands is, currently? I bought a Winchester and a SA one many years back, but still want to get an H&R if I can....
I don't know if I'd call it "goofy", but this one is definitely odd....
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AR-57
Interesting idea, but not sure how practical.... But, with Ruger introducing that 5.7 pistol, maybe there's still interest in this round?
Not sure yet. An original would be way too expensive (agreed). I'd really like to find an original SAR48 from Springfield Armory. I think they were from Brazil (Imbel guns) and were A LOT cheaper than an FN one....
I do. I really do. I'd love to see something like the old BM59 stocks on one, or even something modern like a folding version of the CQB stock on the SOCOM 16 CQB. Seems like it would be relatively easy to do as a mod on that stock system. I'd also love to see a "pistol" version of the M1A with...
I bought one these (not too expensive) and I keep it in my car. Never used it, but it seems like it's well designed kit?
https://mymedic.com/collections/first-aid-kits/products/the-solo