Posted May 24, 2019 6:00 am by Comments

By Mark Oliva

Marine Corps firearms, legendary guns, Colt M-1911


Marine Corps firearms, FN M-16A4, forend
Marine Corps firearms, FN M-16A4, damage
Marine Corps firearms, legendary guns, Carlos Hathcock, Stevens 22
Marine Corps firearms, legendary guns, Remington 700 M-40A1

Memorial Day holds special meaning to the firearms industry. Like nearly all Americans, we pause to remember and honor those whose sacrificed their lives defending our freedoms. For firearms manufacturers, the small arms the fallen carried into battle remind us of the unique connection of those in uniform and our industry.

Legendary Guns

Carlos Hathcock, Sniper Carlos Hathcock, Vietnam

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