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Ghillie Suit Platoons get most expensive individual weapon in British Army history
2010-05-04
Posted by:GolfBravoUSMC

#4  That sounds like a lot for a bolt action but that probably includes the optics and other accessories which be as much as the rifle itself. May also include ammo and maintenance. 338 Lapua isn't something on normal inventory for the military.
Posted by: tipover   2010-05-04 23:46  

#3  British sniper rifle here
Posted by: JohnQC   2010-05-04 18:13  

#2  Wheweeee. 23,000 pounds ~ $35,000. Lot of money for this weapon.
Posted by: JohnQC   2010-05-04 18:07  

#1  is this what the guy used for that mile and a half shot? If so I would say it is worth it.
Posted by: chris   2010-05-04 17:18  

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