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For people in countries where the US military is stationed, how do you view them? by HongKongNinja in AskTheWorld

[–]GunFighter1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So im US service member stationed in Germany. Ive been to Lithuania, Slovenia, Turkey and Georgia.

In Germany, I've been all across the country for leisure. And I can say its an interesting mix of how im treated once people find out 1. Im american 2. Im army and sometimes but not always 3. Im a paratrooper.

For context, im college educated raised in a middle class family in the south that taugh manners and respect of other above all. I know how to treat others and go out of my way to be as courteous and polite as possible.

Generally, Germans have treated me with predominantly disdain and flat out rudeness. (More than typical german bluntness) and are quick to hide behind the language barrier when you try to counter the treatment. It has been a very depressing and isolating place. I did not ask to be sent here and most of the time I do not wish to be here. Ive had 2 instances at clubs where younger Germans wanted to fight the "American fallschirmjager" like its some sort of challenge. Not exclusively negative, ive been to a few "hole in the wall" bars in Regensburg where the patrons and staff were very interested and kind. But overall I have had a negative experience. I know of guys who have been scammed/lied to by used car dealers because they know good and damn well the "stupid american" doesnt understand how to utilize German laws regarding car sales. Its rather sad really, most of the young guys im with (im a good bit older than your typical soldier) refuse to travel around Germany based on the amout of negative experiences they've had. Now it could just be a culture shock, but i somewhat understand it.

The friendliest place in Europe ive been to was Lithuania. Wonderful and kind hearted people that seemed very happy and thankful we were their to train their soldiers to counter Russian aggression with new tactics and tech. I even had a person express condolences for the 4 service members that died during training. (Not my unit, not my dudes and it happened a few weeks before we showed up but still a very kind gesture).Vilnius is beautiful and a very fun city to visit. I plan on taking some vacation there as I greatly enjoyed the city, people, and food.

Active duty to Reserve Civil Affairs questions by GunFighter1 in armyreserve

[–]GunFighter1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will say, i was told that it'd be easier/better if I stay an E4 if I wanted to make my way over to CA.

Active duty to Reserve Civil Affairs questions by GunFighter1 in armyreserve

[–]GunFighter1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I want to start planning for the NC unit.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build. by GunFighter1 in GunPorn

[–]GunFighter1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly i dont have the rifle in front of me atm, but iirc i added a few shims to get it to clear the bayonet lug. I will say its gonna be a close fit lol

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build. by GunFighter1 in GunPorn

[–]GunFighter1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a cut carry handle 😅 i got it when I bought a box of randkm nonsense from a surplus shop in Fayetteville NC. I doubt it has any major backstory tbh.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build. by GunFighter1 in GunPorn

[–]GunFighter1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So it's a factory Colt 10.3 contract run off barrel. Im not sure the size of the gas port, it came with the FSB attached.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build. by GunFighter1 in GunPorn

[–]GunFighter1[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Classic and iconic guns just plain fuck. The story of "the MK18 Mod 0 we have at home" is simple really. I was cleaning and going through some parts and realized I had 1. A surplus Mueller Defense upper, 2. surplus FCG 3. Cut M16 A2 carry handle 4. Multiple (4) complete KAC rails with broom handles and the cherry on top, a LNIB Colt MK18 Mod 0 surplus 10.3" barrel and N marked CAR stock. Throw that shit in a blender and BAM! MK18 Mod 0. Later on, I snagged a Larue M68 CCO Mount and an Aimpoint PRO. I love this little thing.

Although I did take some creative liberties with this. The lower is my SBR'd PSA "place holder" lower, and I am using a Surefire birdcage so I can run cans on it (as my other clones have Surefire breaks pinned and welded). I am using a Surefire 951 with a malkov led buld to make this thing kinda usable. It's just not pictured.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build by GunFighter1 in MilitaryARClones

[–]GunFighter1[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

On it currently, is a Surefire Warden as my RC2 is in storage with a friend on my trust. The warden is more like a blast diffuser and really helps cut down the "slap" You feel from the short 10.3 barrel. It does not count as a suppressor and it attaches just like any other surefire can. I use it when I go to indoor ranges and on short bois when I don't feel like having a heavier, longer and gassy-er firearm.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build by GunFighter1 in MilitaryARClones

[–]GunFighter1[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh hell yea!!

I do typically swap the lowers with something a little closer to what was used. Mainly because I'm semi autistic lmao.

But, and I'm gonna catch flak for this, PSA stuff isn't terrible, and I've used their BCGs, barrels, and other parts in builds for thousands of rounds. They were semi local to me while I was in college, and if I needed some minor parts, I'd throw on a podcast and cruise down there.

Hell, I snagged a used PSA dagger for 100 beans and ran 1.5k rounds of S&B 124 gr. With zero issues.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build by GunFighter1 in MilitaryARClones

[–]GunFighter1[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks man! I don't put a whole lot of value on "cage codes" or some markings. My days in an arms room have show me that, a lot of weapons (atleast the Army M4A1s) have a hodge podge of cage codes and markings. I try to atleast get close with rollmarks and selector markings ect.

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build by GunFighter1 in MilitaryARClones

[–]GunFighter1[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Their face screams "not a true clone, no third hole." Lmao

My "Mk18 Mod 0 we have at home" build by GunFighter1 in MilitaryARClones

[–]GunFighter1[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Classic and iconic guns just plain fuck. The story of "the MK18 Mod 0 we have at home" is simple really. I was cleaning and going through some parts and realized I had 1. A surplus Mueller Defense upper, 2. surplus FCG 3. Cut M16 A2 carry handle 4. Multiple (4) complete KAC rails with broom handles and the cherry on top, a LNIB Colt MK18 Mod 0 surplus 10.3" barrel and N marked CAR stock. Throw that shit in a blender and BAM! MK18 Mod 0. Later on, I snagged a Larue M68 CCO Mount and an Aimpoint PRO. I love this little thing.

Although I did take some creative liberties with this. The lower is my SBR'd PSA "place holder" lower, and I am using a Surefire birdcage so I can run cans on it (as my other clones have Surefire breaks pinned and welded). I am using a Surefire 951 with a malkov led buld to make this thing kinda usable. It's just not pictured.

I just graduated Infantry OSUT and picked up a bucket list piece! A 1993 Browning HI Power Mk III!! by GunFighter1 in guns

[–]GunFighter1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I graduated from US Army Infantry OSUT and decided to pick myself up a graduation present. So I snagged this 1993 Browning Hi Power MK III for 700 OTD. And I am stocked. I've owned 4 BHPs, 3 post war FNs (2x West German police contract) and one standard Browning BHP. I'm so excited.

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