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Worst Machine Gun of All Time?
- Thread starter Mike H.
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KillerFord1977
SAINT
One word:
French
When folks in firearms community speak of country of manufacture, France has got a bad reputation. Their firearms in general have always been mediocre at best.
French
When folks in firearms community speak of country of manufacture, France has got a bad reputation. Their firearms in general have always been mediocre at best.
Lock n' Load
Custom
I just saw an American Rifleman TV show where this weapon was discussed. In addition to the mud jamming the weapon, the ported over-the-barrel shield was made of aluminum and didn't dissipate heat very well, causing the barrel to swell, resulting in more jams. The limited number of rounds in the mag required a second soldier to accompany the gunner to load mags and change barrels. The show's hosts weren't too enthusiastic about this weapon.
HansGruber
Ronin
I really disagree with that.
Ever handled a Manhurin revolver? Or a MAS49? They are very solid, well engineered weapons. Definitely not mediocre.
That being said—the Chauchat was, truly, a POS...but the US has fielded more than a few of those, as well.
KillerFord1977
SAINT
Could not stand the mas49... ergonomics .. but thats my personal opinion.