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PAPA G · 12-10-2002, 11:24 AM

the M-16 did not go through the usual competition, and bidding process. AF GEN. LeMay wanted it for his boys in the late 50's or early 60's. and with the Cold War going full blast, and having the discreationary funds, approved it for purchase. back then the Air Force usually got whatever it wanted as it was the first line in a Nuclear attack.

1*- a genuine full-auto M-14 is expensive to buy, lots of legalities, and paperwork. but it can be done. But for practical purposes a SA INC M-1a or one of the other clones is the way to go. they are as much fun as the real thing.

12-10-2002, 11:24 AM	#14
PAPA G Guest Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: somerset, kentucky Posts: 12	CALVIN.................... the M-16 did not go through the usual competition, and bidding process. AF GEN. LeMay wanted it for his boys in the late 50's or early 60's. and with the Cold War going full blast, and having the discreationary funds, approved it for purchase. back then the Air Force usually got whatever it wanted as it was the first line in a Nuclear attack. 1*- a genuine full-auto M-14 is expensive to buy, lots of legalities, and paperwork. but it can be done. But for practical purposes a SA INC M-1a or one of the other clones is the way to go. they are as much fun as the real thing.