This is my rifle, this is my gun...
So, all my friends have been spammed by me and joined the debate about the M4A1 versus the M4.
Now it's your turn!!
The main point of debate is as follows:
The M4A1 has a "S-1-F" (safe/semi-automatic/fully automatic) trigger group, while the M4 has a "S-1-3" (safe/semi-automatic/3-round burst) trigger group.
Here is my problem. I have done a shitload of research on weaponry for rpg information, writing resources, as well as personal edification.
Primarily, in so far as researching for use by characters in RPGs, I have found that I prefer a weapon with a 3-round-burst. Full auto is awesome for Bruckheimer movies, but the real life applications are more limited in my opinion. The biggest problem being conservation of ammunition.
I mean, part of the reason why the M4 and M4A1 are so ideally suited to special operations units is their maneuverability in close quarters combat. To which I think full-auto is not well suited. I mean.. give me burst anyday. Both for the fact that you're likely to suffer from less friendly fire problems as well as ammunition conversation, as previously stated. Beyond that - let's say you're a Delta guy, you've got mad skillz. If you can't tap someone out with a 3-round-burst and you have to use full auto... what the fuck is wrong with you? I mean.. yes, full auto has its advantages in certain situations, but I just don't think it should be the standard multi-round shot for a spec ops groups primary assault rifle.
In short (I know, too late) I prefer the original M4 carbine to the updated M4A1.
Personal opinions, my fellow gun bunnies?
(Side note? The SOPMOD accessory kit for the M4 is sweeeeeeet... Just sayin')
Now it's your turn!!
The main point of debate is as follows:
The M4A1 has a "S-1-F" (safe/semi-automatic/fully automatic) trigger group, while the M4 has a "S-1-3" (safe/semi-automatic/3-round burst) trigger group.
Here is my problem. I have done a shitload of research on weaponry for rpg information, writing resources, as well as personal edification.
Primarily, in so far as researching for use by characters in RPGs, I have found that I prefer a weapon with a 3-round-burst. Full auto is awesome for Bruckheimer movies, but the real life applications are more limited in my opinion. The biggest problem being conservation of ammunition.
I mean, part of the reason why the M4 and M4A1 are so ideally suited to special operations units is their maneuverability in close quarters combat. To which I think full-auto is not well suited. I mean.. give me burst anyday. Both for the fact that you're likely to suffer from less friendly fire problems as well as ammunition conversation, as previously stated. Beyond that - let's say you're a Delta guy, you've got mad skillz. If you can't tap someone out with a 3-round-burst and you have to use full auto... what the fuck is wrong with you? I mean.. yes, full auto has its advantages in certain situations, but I just don't think it should be the standard multi-round shot for a spec ops groups primary assault rifle.
In short (I know, too late) I prefer the original M4 carbine to the updated M4A1.
Personal opinions, my fellow gun bunnies?
(Side note? The SOPMOD accessory kit for the M4 is sweeeeeeet... Just sayin')