This is what happens when you have an entire generation of journalists that:
1) Never had to serve in the military;
2) Have no familiarity with firearms;
3) Are too lazy to actually google something they are writing about; or
4) Believe it is proper journalism to invoke the imagery brought about by the phrase “assault rifle” in a story to support their advocacy.
“assault-style rifle”
Spray-and-pray pistol, at best... lol.
They made them about 35 years ago. I’ve held one and it balanced real well, better than a Thompson.
16 inch barrel, stock. metal hand guard.