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Having used the M16A1, M16A2, and the M4 Carbine, I can say that Colt's family of weapons is excellent. The M16 for sure improved.
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Having used the M16A1, M16A2, and the M4 Carbine, I can say that Colt's family of weapons is excellent. The M16 for sure improved.
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