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Originally Posted by KirStang
Please do tell, me, as a future service member, what joys I will encounter with these weapon systems.
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Just my two cents. I'm sure lots of people feel differently.
I've never had any issues with the SAW that couldn't be fixed with tape and zip ties. But it's heavy and doesn't do anything that a full-auto M4 can't do aside from keep more rounds on tap. If I am going to carry something heavy, I would prefer that it bring more ass than my M4.
Lots of folks disagree with me on the M9, but I've never had one that worked worth a damn. I don't like the exposed barrel. The overly complicated locking block always makes me want to smash things. It's oversized and weighs elevendy billion pounds. They should all be replaced by G19's and then get melted down to make more 240s.
The 203 doesn't really suck until you attach it to your rifle and you have to move around a little bit. Then it fucks up the balance and makes the whole system awkward. Especially in tight spaces like when you have to stick your rifle out the window of your truck or clear a building. Sometimes a 40mm grenade is needed....but not often enough to justify messing with your primary weapon. I would be all for bringing back a shortened version of the M79 and letting it hang out in my assault pack until needed.