Officially introduced in 1985 as the L85A1 rifle and the L86A1 light support weapon, the SA80 was immediately met with criticism. Field tests revealed a litany of problems, including frequent jams, ...

From British muskets to today’s M27 IAR, weaponry has advanced while preserving the Marine ethos. “Every Marine is, first and foremost, a rifleman.” That saying has been an unofficial motto of the ...

The British military’s distinctive-looking SA80 service rifle has equipped generations of soldiers since its introduction ...

The civilian firearms market is filled with rifles, pistols, and more that have a shared history with some of the most recognizable military weapons ever built. But despite the tactical designs and ...