My how things have went full circle.
Just 10 years ago, almost everyone was saying how worthless submachineguns were. I've heard the words Obsolete, inadequate, antiquated, weak, and a host of other negative adjectives to describe submachineguns.
For years, I have been saying that they excel at a lot of things as long as you know the physical limitations. They're not long range sniper rifles. They can be very quiet. Average ammo capacity. More lightweight than many other weapon types. Well suited for crew served and specialized loadout gear, etc.
Well, looks like the Army is asking for a new submachinegun. And with all of the various offerings these days, couldn't be a better time to do it.
CZ is in the process of making a US manufacturing plant. Beretta has one. Colts and a half dozen AR9 clones thereof. Keltec. Sig Sauer. H&K will no doubt throw their hat in the ring. And I'm sure there will be others.
Army is looking for select fire, ability to attach suppressors, capability to use various 9mm bullet loads, ambidextrous, ability to attach gizmos, etc.
Maybe I wasn't so crazy. Just maybe pistol caliber carbines still have a place at the table after all. Here's the article, which also has other links you can follow to further information.
Enjoy guys.
https://www.popularmechanics.com/mi...for-its-first-new-submachine-gun-in-75-years/
Just 10 years ago, almost everyone was saying how worthless submachineguns were. I've heard the words Obsolete, inadequate, antiquated, weak, and a host of other negative adjectives to describe submachineguns.
For years, I have been saying that they excel at a lot of things as long as you know the physical limitations. They're not long range sniper rifles. They can be very quiet. Average ammo capacity. More lightweight than many other weapon types. Well suited for crew served and specialized loadout gear, etc.
Well, looks like the Army is asking for a new submachinegun. And with all of the various offerings these days, couldn't be a better time to do it.
CZ is in the process of making a US manufacturing plant. Beretta has one. Colts and a half dozen AR9 clones thereof. Keltec. Sig Sauer. H&K will no doubt throw their hat in the ring. And I'm sure there will be others.
Army is looking for select fire, ability to attach suppressors, capability to use various 9mm bullet loads, ambidextrous, ability to attach gizmos, etc.
Maybe I wasn't so crazy. Just maybe pistol caliber carbines still have a place at the table after all. Here's the article, which also has other links you can follow to further information.
Enjoy guys.
https://www.popularmechanics.com/mi...for-its-first-new-submachine-gun-in-75-years/