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[Talyn]

The Mighty Mau Deuce - the M2 .50-caliber Machine Gun​

While several new machine guns are trying to replace the M2, the Ma Deuce seems to be eternal. It was once said that the last soldier to use the M2 hasn’t even been born yet.

The M2 .50-caliber Machine Gun

Few guns are as recognizable as the iconic M2 .50-caliber machine gun. General Pershing directed its design near the end

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FN® M2HB-QCB Mk2 - FN HERSTAL

The quick-change barrel version of the unbeatable M2HB .50 Cal (12.7x99mm) Browning machine gun with new upgrades.

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[Belt Fed]

They are awesome to shoot and watch. i would hate to feed one now. I have it's little brother.

 

[HayesGreener]

When I attended instructor training on the M2 in 1971 I was in hog heaven because we had a truckload of ammo to use. We had them on the air base perimeters and on a few deuces and M113's in SEA. They inspired confidence. Glad to see they have improved the barrel change.

 

[rcurtner]

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The Mighty Mau Deuce - the M2 .50-caliber Machine Gun​

While several new machine guns are trying to replace the M2, the Ma Deuce seems to be eternal. It was once said that the last soldier to use the M2 hasn’t even been born yet.

The M2 .50-caliber Machine Gun

Few guns are as recognizable as the iconic M2 .50-caliber machine gun. General Pershing directed its design near the end

athlonoutdoors.com

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FN® M2HB-QCB Mk2 - FN HERSTAL

The quick-change barrel version of the unbeatable M2HB .50 Cal (12.7x99mm) Browning machine gun with new upgrades.

fnherstal.com

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Wish I had a penny for every round I fired on the old Ma Deuce, would have a nice nest egg.

 

[OldGrunt]

Still have my old headspace & timing gauge. I used to use it as a keychain, but with all my keys, it was not so comfortable carrying it in my pocket. It just sits in a drawer unused these days. But it still brings back great memories.

 

[powerboatr]

we had some as close in mounted deck guns on a ship
man what a thrill walking the rounds across the water to hit the killer tomato (big red floating inflatable target)
ship rolls and rounds lead out and back.
ahhhhh i miss it

 

[rcurtner]

Still have my old headspace & timing gauge. I used to use it as a keychain, but with all my keys, it was not so comfortable carrying it in my pocket. It just sits in a drawer unused these days. But it still brings back great memories.
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My memory has gotten fuzzy, been 60 years since I went to Vietnam. I recall using go-no go gauges for timing but we screwed the barrel in tight and backed off two clicks for headspace.

 

[OldGrunt]

Old timers could use a dime and a nickel as field expedient gages.

 

[Talyn]

For those with "Deep" pockets.

Ohio Ordnance M2-SLR .50BMG SALE - AtlanticFirearms.com

Ohio Ordnance M2-SLR .50 BMG. This belt fed semi automatic M2-SLR is a piece of history and includes everything you need to enjoy it. 676538316953, 850000

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[Grayfox]

Had one on my VTR back in Ft. Hood many years ago. The memories still bring a smile to my face.