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Captain C · 01-22-2007, 17:03 PM

I agree that excess "kit", "Baggage', or whatever can be a detriment to performing your duty. Just ask the survivors at Omaha Beach. I'm sure many will tell you of buddies dropped off too far from shore drowning because they couldn't get their equipment off fast enough, and they didn't even have body armor.

I also agree that it should be a personal choice within limits. Whether there is a need or not would depend on the tactical situation. Mounted on an APC, with all operations contained in the immediate area, maybe you don't need it. Any situation such as LRRP in the field, or manning a checkpoint that may be lacking quick support should find those soldiers with a sidearm. My friend in the motor pool would probably be best served with a handgun and with no issue of an M-16 unless leaving the confiines of the base to pick up what's left of a damaged/destroyed piece of equipment for repairs/salvage of parts.

I have large hands so the M-9 fits great in my hand, a very natural fit. I have to use the Long trigger and Pachmayr wrap around grips on my 1911's to fit my hand nearly so well, and I still have to be aware that I don't insert my finger in too far on the trigger.

I agree that a thread discussing the amount of Kit "necessary" for a given situation might be a good topic.....

BTW: The word from Iraq is send Pop Tarts, S'mores, or Microwave Popcorn and you will be a hero in their eyes!!!!!

01-22-2007, 17:03 PM	#50 (permalink)
Captain C *Military Professional* Join Date: 08-08-03 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 172 Country:	I agree that excess "kit", "Baggage', or whatever can be a detriment to performing your duty. Just ask the survivors at Omaha Beach. I'm sure many will tell you of buddies dropped off too far from shore drowning because they couldn't get their equipment off fast enough, and they didn't even have body armor. I also agree that it should be a personal choice within limits. Whether there is a need or not would depend on the tactical situation. Mounted on an APC, with all operations contained in the immediate area, maybe you don't need it. Any situation such as LRRP in the field, or manning a checkpoint that may be lacking quick support should find those soldiers with a sidearm. My friend in the motor pool would probably be best served with a handgun and with no issue of an M-16 unless leaving the confiines of the base to pick up what's left of a damaged/destroyed piece of equipment for repairs/salvage of parts. I have large hands so the M-9 fits great in my hand, a very natural fit. I have to use the Long trigger and Pachmayr wrap around grips on my 1911's to fit my hand nearly so well, and I still have to be aware that I don't insert my finger in too far on the trigger. I agree that a thread discussing the amount of Kit "necessary" for a given situation might be a good topic..... BTW: The word from Iraq is send Pop Tarts, S'mores, or Microwave Popcorn and you will be a hero in their eyes!!!!! __________________ Revelation 16:16 And he gathered them together into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon. (Been There) Last edited by Captain C : 01-23-2007 at 02:28 AM.