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To: oh8eleven

Double expert for 18 yrs, one yr I was the Range Safety Officer, and didn’t get to shoot till the last relay. Took a weapon from the rack uncalibrated, took 3 rounds of Maggies’ Drawers before I could find the hit off target. then show a high Sharpshooter.

Besides, the Sharpshooter Badge looks so much more impressive than the Expert except for those in the know.

Met lots of Distinguished Shooters since I got out though.

I still drive by young Marines walking with 4”-6” flash suppressors on their M16s today. A different Corps.


37 posted on 12/18/2020 3:59:18 PM PST by Cvengr ( Adversity in life & death is inevitable; Stress is optional through faith in Christ.)
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To: Cvengr
I remember when I shot Expert the first time I didn't want to give up the SS badge. Much more impressive!
Semper Fi ...
39 posted on 12/18/2020 7:55:49 PM PST by oh8eleven (RVN '67-'68)
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