The .45 should also be re-introduced.

Isn’t the 1911 Colt the best semiautomatic of all time? That’s what they were using in WWII.

Are they still issuing the Baretta or have they moved to the Sig Sauer in 9mm?

Hmmm, perhaps…. “Super Troopers 2: Infantry”

M-14? well, there’s something to be said for the 7.62 round over the 5.56.

(Namely that it’s more powerful as a penetrator, and you can resupply off your AK weilding enemies.)

Since he’s in an infantry division on the ground with an M-14 (Rather than a Barrett .50, or a mark 12 modified M-16) it’s unlikely that he’s a “Sniper” but he probably is his squad’s marksman.

Now personally, I want to see what Barret’s XM-109 can do when it’s finally perfected…

The M-14 is a beautiful weapon. It is the only weapon other than the M-1 Garand
Mooseman on July 4, 2007 at 10:27 AM

Yes Sir, the M-14 was a good one, the only thing it could not take the beating and the mud like the M-1

I never saw the Will Ferrel skit and it was lost on me…..

Happy Independence Day!!

Mooseman

Will Farrell: Not! Funny! Ever!

Why does the dude have an M14?

7.62mm(30.06) vs. 5.56mm

If you’re dealing in any significant distance, or need more raw power, you want the larger caliber, higher grain round. For CQC and mobility, the M4M is fine.

But when you have a strong, secure firing position, go with the GUSTO

If Harry does manage to do that and you do found out about it, AP, please don’t tell his secret until when/if he comes home safely to his green and pleasant land.

Why does the dude have an M14?
see-dubya on July 3, 2007 at 8:10 PM

Why don’t they ALL have M-14s?

My son’s platoon in the 101st just got issued two. They gave em to the two cherries. He was PISSED!

Why does the dude have an M14?
see-dubya on July 3, 2007 at 8:10 PM

Why don’t they ALL have M-14s?

My son’s platoon in the 101st just got issued two. They gave em to the two cherries. He was PISSED!

The Cubs were defined by Jack Brickhouse, not Harry. The whole Harry/Cubs years were nothing more than an abusive relationship ignored for what is was, and played up for what it wasn’t. The hypocrisy made such an easy target for the likes of SNL and a million other comedians – that it was like shooting fish in a barrel.

When Bartman interfered with Alou, I knew then and there that God exists. Praise His Name.

Allah! You didn’t throw Nice Deb the hattip?

Bad Candy on July 3, 2007 at 11:02 PM

He hat tipped Ace, because that’s how he heard about it.. but he’s linking directly to Deb, as the only way to see the vid. Better than a hat tip, readers must go to her site to see the video.

Why does the dude have an M14?

see-dubya on July 3, 2007 at 8:10 PM

The M14’s never gone away, but apparently it’s actually been slightly resurgent since Afghanistan, where accuracy and range was often vital. The guy could be a specialized sniper or marksman, and/or it might simply be common to have a guy with an M14 at checkpoints, where taking out an oncoming suicide-driver could prove critical. The further away you can put accurate fire on him, the better.

Essentially, if you’re clearing a building or shooting from building to building, a short, light M4 is pretty good (if a little weak on hitting power). But if you need to take out someone across a field or down the road, the M14 is the better weapon.