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2017-04-29 Science & Technology

No more Headspace & Timing gauge for the M2

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Posted by Besoeker 2017-04-29 08:23|| || Front Page|| [3 views ] Top

Probably no need to flip to the back page of The American Rifleman just yet.

Posted by Besoeker 2017-04-29 09:09|| 2017-04-29 09:09|| Front Page Top

#2 ...And on the subject of Ma Deuce: The Army found the 321st M2 EVER BUILT....and it still works like a champ.

Mike

Posted by Mike Kozlowski 2017-04-29 12:04|| 2017-04-29 12:04|| Front Page Top

#3 OK, so the M2 is incredibly lethal. reliable, and durable. How did it ever get through our procurement system? Didn't any of our generals want to equip it with a Mine Countermeasures Module and electronic warfare capabilities?

Posted by Matt 2017-04-29 13:00|| 2017-04-29 13:00|| Front Page Top

#4 Matt, it predates the Great Depression.

Posted by AlmostAnonymous5839 2017-04-29 15:53|| 2017-04-29 15:53|| Front Page Top

#5 Just remember, thumb always points away from the housing when charging the M2.
If you forget, it will remind you in a painful way.

Posted by ed in texas 2017-04-29 23:04|| 2017-04-29 23:04|| Front Page Top

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