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Ken Cook · May 9, 2001, 01:13 PM

Bear in mind that the M-14 was not generally issued in a select fire configuration.

The rifle, as generally issued, came with that "circular nut" installed in place of the selector switch, making it impossible for the user to switch it himself. Selector switch units could be installed by the Unit (2nd Echelon) Armorer at the Commander's discretion, but without access to that selector unit, the M-14 is basically a semi-auto rifle.

May 9, 2001, 01:13 PM	#4
Ken Cook Senior Member Join Date: March 4, 1999 Location: Hot Springs AR. USA Posts: 265	Bear in mind that the M-14 was not generally issued in a select fire configuration. The rifle, as generally issued, came with that "circular nut" installed in place of the selector switch, making it impossible for the user to switch it himself. Selector switch units could be installed by the Unit (2nd Echelon) Armorer at the Commander's discretion, but without access to that selector unit, the M-14 is basically a semi-auto rifle. __________________ On Target Indoor Firing Range Hot Springs, Arkansas Semper Fi and Molon Labe!