M4 reliability article
by CalicoJack
M4/M4A1 Carbine Reliability
Why M4's have reliability issues...and why it's our fault!
By Michael Pannone
December 24, 2008
I fired 15,000 rounds through a semi-automatic M4/M4A1-type direct-gas-impingement (DGI) carbine in 31 weeks without a single malfunction attributable to anything except bad ammunition or bad magazines, with a grand total of 9 malfunctions. The least number of rounds fired between cleanings was 960 rounds, and the only parts replaced were gas rings at 8,860 rounds. And you can, too.
The M4/M4A1 Carbine is simultaneously a much beloved and much maligned rifle. But why? It's beloved because it is so simple to maintain and ergonomically the best-designed assault rifle/carbine system of all time. It's maligned because many have not maintained it as they should, and reliability has subsequently suffered. If the M4/M4A1 is properly maintained, and a reasonable amount of lubricant is put on it, it is extraordinarily reliable.
We need to...
define "maintained"...
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Why M4's have reliability issues...and why it's our fault!
By Michael Pannone
December 24, 2008
I fired 15,000 rounds through a semi-automatic M4/M4A1-type direct-gas-impingement (DGI) carbine in 31 weeks without a single malfunction attributable to anything except bad ammunition or bad magazines, with a grand total of 9 malfunctions. The least number of rounds fired between cleanings was 960 rounds, and the only parts replaced were gas rings at 8,860 rounds. And you can, too.
The M4/M4A1 Carbine is simultaneously a much beloved and much maligned rifle. But why? It's beloved because it is so simple to maintain and ergonomically the best-designed assault rifle/carbine system of all time. It's maligned because many have not maintained it as they should, and reliability has subsequently suffered. If the M4/M4A1 is properly maintained, and a reasonable amount of lubricant is put on it, it is extraordinarily reliable.
We need to...
define "maintained"...
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Che Sucks!
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
100 things to go first in a calamity
by CalicoJack
This list was compiled in a debriefing of a survivor of the collapse of the USSR. This person also provided the US with information before and after the collapse so the source of this info is classified. I will post any other good info from the file when I come across it.
1. Generators
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Hand-can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks.
9. Honey/Syrups/White, Brown Sugar
10. Rice - Beans - Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled, etc.)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers
16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.)
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula/ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)...
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1. Generators
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Hand-can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks.
9. Honey/Syrups/White, Brown Sugar
10. Rice - Beans - Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled, etc.)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers
16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.)
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula/ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)...
[ Continued ]
Che Sucks!
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
Introductory sidenote
by CalicoJack
I thought I would take this moment to introduce myself. My name is Humpty, pronounced with an umpty.... oops. For those of you that don't know me I am from Ohio. I was born here but moved out of state when I joined the Army after High school where I served as an MP. After the Army I went to Philadelphia where I worked and went to school at Einstein and Jefferson U. I was LEO and EMT in Philadelphia until I went to Harvard in Boston where I learned and worked as a medical scientist conducting human research. After a few years of that I went back to work for Uncle Sam as a contractor, where I currently serve in an advisory position for the Pulmonary and Critical care coordinator at the VA, am in charge of human research for pulmonary, and am involved in a few projects related to sensitive stuff for DARPA. I will attempt to entertain you with weaponry and gear reviews, procedures for use of said items, tips for improving efficiency in weapon manipulation and combat survivability, and unsolicited...
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Che Sucks!
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
"I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country." ~ Nathan Hale ~ American soldier, just before his death at the British hangman's noose.
I will always do my duty no matter what the price, I've counted up the cost, I know the sacrifice,
And I don't want to die for you but if dying's asked of me, I will bear that cross with honor, because freedom isn't free. ~ American Soldier
-Lo they do call to me. They bid me take my place among them, in the halls of Valhalla. Where the brave may live forever.
We deal in lead friend. ~ Vin, "The Magnificent Seven"
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