In any sub 200yd gunfight, in a Garand vs. M4/M16 shootout, given equal ability, the guy with the 556mm will hit first, especially if multiple targets are involved. Besides, nobody today would go to war with a semiauto rifle.
I don't care that 556mm weighs less - that's nice, but peripheral to the central argument that the gun built around it points, shoots and hits quicker than a 30cal rifle.
all other things equal, it's better to put heavier projectiles on a target than lighter ones.
Sure, but all things are not equal - if somebody's shooting at me, I want to hit them BEFORE THEY HIT ME - as QUICKLY as I can in order to minimize my exposure and take advantage of theirs.
If I have the luxury of sitting behind cover, with plenty of range between me and the bad guys, give me the .30. If I have to get in close and fight inside the enemies engagement range, 556mm is the superior choice.
Ask any CIB who has used both calibers, which they prefer?
This CIB prefers 556mm - the M16 has always served me well. There are applications where 762 is required - automobiles, hard cover, long range - but for most infantry combat 556mm is a better choice.
every Vietnam Vet's DUTY to make sure these troops do not get the same treatment we did when we came home
Thank you for that.
Guess we'll just have to agree to disagree, I reckon.
That happens a lot around here seems like...