L85A2, NOT the Enfield

    Technically designated the SA-80 by the British Military, the L85A2 is a bullpup assault rifle used by the British military.
Caliber: 5.56x45mm
Capacity: 30+1 rounds
MAG Type: Box Magazine
Action: Semi-Fully Automatic
Sight: 4x power SUSAT sight
Type: Assault Rifle
Manufacturer: BAE Arms
Weapon type: Bullpup
    A quick overview. For those that are unaware of the term "Bullpup"; it means that the magazine, action, and charging handle are behind the pistol grip. This allows for the barrel length to be the same length as a standard rifle, but for the rifle itself to be a hell of a lot shorter. The L85A2 is the model variant directly after the L85A1. There are many different variants of the L85, including:
The L86A2:

Source: http://www.icsbb.com/EDM/L86/EN/image/ICS-86-1.png
The L22A2:

Source: world.guns.ru
And the L98A1:

Source: http://www.rifleman.org.uk/Images/Enfield_Cadet_RHS.gif

     And now for the rating. This applies to only the L85A2, not any of the other variants.
Range:        ***
Accuracy:   *****
Recoil:        ***
Capacity:    ***
Mobility:     **
Stealth:       ***
Weight:       ***
SAA:          ***
Overall:       ****

    The L85 has great range, as well as amazing accuracy. It doesn't have bad recoil, and it has the average capacity. Mobility is fair, and it's better on stealth seeing the bullpup design. It has a decent weight to it, and is shocking as far as its first glance. Overall; I give the L85A2 a 4 star rating.
I now bring this post to a close by saying that I have always been impressed with the L85 as a weapon system.

    If you care to disagree, or have any other ideas for this post or new ones, feel free to email me.

M32 MILKOR, Blasting it's way into the future.

                                                                                And now for one of my favorites; the M32 MILKOR.
Caliber: 40x46mm
Capacity: 6 rounds
Range: 400 m
Sight: M2A1 Reflex sight
Manufacturer: Milkor
Country: South Africa
Rate of Fire: 3 RPS




     Since the Vietnam war; soldiers have been annoyed with single-shot grenade launchers. There was the EX-41 (China Lake for you COD Fags), but it didn't pass the necessary tests. However, in 1980; Milkor approached the world with the M32. It began production in late 1983, and is still produced today. The M32 is a multipurpose 6 round grenade launcher. It can fire any 40mm grenade put into it to do whatever job you need. From smoke grenades to fragmentation, you can launch virtually anything from this beast. It weighs 5.3 kg, so it's fairly heavy. It has an accessory rail built into the front, and can house anything with a 20mm rail mount. It has an adjustable stock, and an accessory rail on top for any type of sight besides the M2A1 reflex. The M32's cylinder loading system is a side swinging load, and can hold 6 grenades. like so.

    And now for the rating. Seeing as this is an explosive weapon, the rules will be changing quite a bit.

Range:        ****

Accuracy:   ***** 

Caliber:      ***

Capacity:    *****

Recoil:        ***

Weight:      ***

SAA:         *****

Reliability:  ****

Overall:      *****

    Many people have never even heard of the M32, yet it is an impressive weapon. It has great range for a grenade launcher; and decent accuracy. (When you have something explosive, "hitting" your target doesn't really matter). It's explosive cartridge size isn't bad. It has a great capacity compared to the single-shot launchers. It has a fair recoil, but all 40mm weapons do. It's a bit heavy, like I said, 5.3 kg. And it has a shock and awe of five stars. Why? This is truly a stunning weapon. Not many people can say that they've survived an attack from one or more of these guys. And you'll notice the new category; reliability. On the field of battle; one must have a reliable weapon. The M32 will take you most anywhere, and back, seeing as it is a simple weapon. The simpler the weapon; the better it will function overall. Which brings us to the bombshell of the overall. Five stars on the M32. 

    Hope you guys have enjoyed reading these as much as I have writing them. Be sure to send me emails with requests, questions, or ideas.

The Barrett M82A1 and other name calling issues

    Something new. In the gaming world, specifically Call of Duty, certain weapons are referred to by slang names rather than their technical designations. Usually, this doesn't bother me. However, among my friends and peers; I've noticed a new trend going on. Many people are absolutely awestruck by the pure size, magnitude, and power of the M82. Such a sleek, stunning, and beautiful weapon should be called by it's proper name, as you would call a beautiful woman by her name. With the Call of Duty series, this is not the case. In the game, they titled the M82 the "Barrett 50 Cal.". Granted, the weapon is made by Barrett Firearms, and it is chambered for the .50 BMG. But calling the M82 the "Barrett 50 Cal." Is like calling a beautiful woman "bitch". It's disrespectful, and should not be referred to as such a name. Plus, saying M82A1 is a hell of a lot easier. And the A1 isn't the only variant, as follows.
"M82A1"

Source: http://www.enemyforces.net/firearms/m82a1.htm
"M82A2"

Source: http://livedoor.blogimg.jp/nekotom/imgs/b/4/b4ecbcc9-s.jpg
"M82A3"

Source: http://www.dogfightink.com/M107.jpg

     Another thing is that the M82 is also designated the M107, a series which does not carry the M82A2.
I sure hope this has cleared things up for you folks, and COD fanboys.
Side Note:
The "Striker" is actually a DAO-12
The "Enfield" is an L85A1
The "Commando" is an EX-177, the first M4
(not a name issue) But the AKs-74U is a CARBINE, and not a SUB MACHINE GUN, seeing as it is chambered for the 5.45x39mm
And the Intervention is actually just an M200.

Email me if you have any ideas for what gun I should review next.

M93R, Italy's Glock 18

    An Italian favorite; the M93R.
Caliber: 9x19mm
Capacity: 20+1 rounds
MAG Type: Box Magazine
Action: 3 round burst
Sight: Iron
Type: Pistol
Manufacturer: Beretta
Country of Origin: Italy




    Beretta is responsible for some very brilliant weapons. Everything from the reliable M92FS to the concept of the ARX-160. However, the M93R is one of those weapons that can be proudly put under the belt of weapons manufactured by Beretta. The M93R is basically a beefed-up M92. It has a flash compensator, a foregrip, and a heavier slide. The operation of the M93 is very similar to the M92, but isn't exact. The M93R can be fitted with several attachments, everything from a silencer to a stock, on top of what attachments the M93 already boasts. The purpose of the M93 was more of a PDW than a pistol, but ended up becoming a full pistol type weapon. It can be used for all PDW requirements, but fails to meet the capacity standards or stopping power.

And for the rating.
Range:        **
Accuracy:   **
Recoil:        ****
Capacity:    ****
Mobility:     *****
Stealth:        *****
Weight:       *
SAA:          ***
Overall:      ***

    There's not much to say about it. It has good range, like that of any pistol. It's accuracy is lower; due to the high recoil. It has a decent capacity, better than most pistols. It's extremely mobile, and has great stealth. It doesn't weight much, and it's a very stunning weapon. Overall, three stars.

No one has yet, but if you decide to disagree or have a suggestion, email me.
dcholli13@Gmail.com
(realized that I'm a dunce and never put my email up for you guys to respond)

Sniper Rifles

     I'll take a break from my usual weapon posts and introduce a new theme. I'll now be talking about the purposes of certain weapons; and their applications in the battlefield. For example; Sniper Rifles.
     The sniper rifle is intended to deliver singular or several repeating shots on a single target at long ranges. Most sniper rifles come in Bolt Action models, like the M40A5 or the L96A1/L115A3. Other rifles are in semi-automatic configurations; like the Mk. 110 or the SVD S. The bonus of having a Bolt Action rifle is that you can deliver very precise shots. The bolt stays locked when fired, giving the bullet more velocity and power. Think of it like a runner on a track. He starts off, kicking off of a stable basis. This allows him to kick off and go faster, seeing as he has a stable basis for him to start off. Now if he had a springboard, he wouldn't start off as well. This is the downside to Semi-automatic rifles. On the flipside; a bolt action rifle can only deliver one very precise shot, whereas the semi-auto capabilities can put several targets down at slightly less range.
    Calibers:
There are many different rifles out there; and with it; different calibers. I will give specific examples of certain rifles that use certain calibers.
5.56x45:    Steyr Scout Tactical
7.62x39:    Siminov SKS
7.62x51: (Standard round) Mk. 110, M14 EBR, L96A1, PSG1
7.62x54R:  Mosin Nagant 91/30, SVT-40, SVD S
7.62x63 (30-06): M1903A4
8.6x70:      L115A3
.416:          Cheytac M200, M98B
12.7x99:    TAC 50, AS-50, M99, M95, M82A3/M107A1

Sniper rifles are intended to be used at long ranges, but can also be used by SWAT at close to medium ranges. SWAT tends to favor the M24 as a bolt action, and the HK PSG1 as their Semi-Auto. There are also many civilian marksmen, most for recreational shooting. Sniper rifles will always have a use on the battlefield, whether engaging individual targets at 600 yards all the way up to 2 miles.

MG3, carving it's way into the future

     Up next is the MG3. To most untrained eyes; this weapon looks exactly like the MG-42. In all earnest honesty, it is an MG-42, just chambered for the 7.62x51mm.
Caliber: 7.62x51mm
MAG Type: Belt fed
Action: Fully Automatic
Rate of Fire: 1200 RPM
Sight: Iron w/ 20mm Pitcanny rail
Type: Heavy Machine Gun


    Made by Heckler and Koch, the infamous German weapon industries, the MG3 is rivaled to any other purpose-made machine gun out there. It fires at 1200 rounds per minute, which may seem fast; but it's actually slower than the MG-42, which fired at almost 1500 rounds per minute. The classic MG-42 was chambered for the 7.92x57mm, a much bigger round than the current .308. Operational wise, the MG3 is one of the easiest weapons to use, and can be used in either two-man teams, or one-man armies. The MG3 and MG-42 both have a brilliant barrel design. Most machine guns use either an air-cooling or a water cooling units to keep the barrels from overheating due to friction from the bullets. The MG3 uses a unit design that allows for the barrel to be removed out of the side, and replaced with another, without having to re-sight the weapon.

   Now for the rating.

Range:        ****

Accuracy:   **** 

Recoil:        **

Capacity:    *****

Mobility:     ***

Weight:       ***

SAA:          *****

Overall:       *****

    The MG3 has a decent range, giving it decent accuracy, even for a machine gun. The recoil isn't bad, given the bipod or tripod. The capacity is great, seeing as the belt fed action. It's extremely mobile, and weighs enough to be carried by one man. The Shock and Awe is awesome. This is a one-manned walking army here, and is overall just an intimidating weapon. Overall rating; five stars. This is almost a perfect weapon; seeing as it's rugged, and has been proven in all conditions. It was proven in Siberian winters; all the way to the Deserts of Iraq. You can use this weapon nearly anywhere; with limited jams, and ultimate reliability.

I don't know why you would, but if you disagree; email me.

The Makarov, The Red Army's answer

    Now for one of my least favorite weapons; the Makarov PM. I'm not biased, so it will be an honest rating.
Caliber: 9x18 PM
Capacity: 8+1 rounds
MAG Type: Box magazine
Action: Semi Automatic
Sight: Iron Sights
Type: Pistol
Manufacturer: Makarov


     The Makarov PM was designed originally as the PM, seeing as the Red Army needed a more reliable semi-auto pistol to replace the obsolete TT-33 and the Nagant Revolver. Makarov developed the PM in competition against companies such as Rakov, Siminov, and Baryshev. The Red Army selected the PM, and have now developed it until new versions have been released. Two new variants are the IZh-70, and the IZh-71, both chambered for the 9x17mm (.380 ACP). The Makarov is a Blowback operated pistol, using the recoil of one round to chamber the next round. The Makarov can hold 8 rounds in it's magazine, along with 1 more in the chamber. The current PMM can hold 12 rounds, with one in the chamber as well.

Now for my rating. As \I said, I may not like this gun, but I will give it an honest.
Range:          *
Accuracy:     *
Recoil:          *
Capacity:      *
Mobility:       *****
Stealth:         *****
Weight:        *
SAA:           *
Overall:        **

      Two stars. Why? It has low range, low accuracy, decent recoil, along with a small capacity. It's extremely mobile, and has great stealth. Really though, that is all it has running for the Makarov. It has almost no weight, and I've seen more threatening Frenchmen than the Makarov. Overall; two stars.

    I don't know why you'd disagree, but email me if you do.