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Category: Small Arms

Small Arms: Turning in Parts? Check SMR Codes
June 19, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 787 (Jun 18), p. 39. Pay attention to the SMR codes when you turn in unserviceable Class IX small arms repair parts. Units are mistakenly turning in parts that should be disposed of at field level. ... MORE

M17/M18 MHS: New Slide Function Check
June 12, 2020 — Soldiers, do you know the M17/M18 modular handgun system (MHS) has two different striker assemblies? One is called the current striker assembly and the other is the original striker assembly. Both will operate with or without the reset spring and are mission capable as long as the striker is retained by the safety lock... MORE

M66 Ring Mount: Proper Service and Storage Is a Must!
May 19, 2020 — Some units that no longer need M66 ring mounts, NSN 1005-00-701-2810, have been told to transfer their ring mounts to units that need them. But all units aren’t following the proper steps for servicing and storing them. ... MORE

M2A1 Machine Gun: How to Install the Barrel Correctly
May 14, 2020 — Here at PS, we like to remind Soldiers and other readers of the importance of doing things right. History has shown that some Soldiers install the M2A1 barrel incorrectly. As a result, the barrel’s alignment pin shears off and the whole barrel has to be replaced. In some cases, the receiver is damaged as well. At over $1,200 a barrel and $13,000 a receiver, that burns through some serious money... MORE

Mortars: Turn-in the Commanders Interface Computer
May 5, 2020 — Did you know the Commanders Interface (CI) computer, NSN 1220-01-534-9740, is being replaced by the Fire Control Computer (FCC), NSN 1220-01-612-7505? After the FCC’s fielding, make sure to turn in the old CI computer. Turning in the old, once you have the new, not only eliminates your excess property, but it supports an ongoing repair program for units who don’t have the FCC yet... MORE

M320 Grenade Launcher: New Guidance for Buttstock Receiver Damage
May 1, 2020 — Operators, you’ll find the preventive maintenance checks for the M320 grenade launcher on Page 0019-2 of TM 9-1010-232-10 (Nov 08, w/Ch 1, Apr 12). The BEFORE PMCS’s Equipment Not Ready/Available If section for Item 1 tells you the weapon isn’t ready if you see cracks, excessive wear or corrosion. But now TACOM has provided new PMCS guidelines. ... MORE

M9 Pistol: Flat Doesn’t Always Mean a Flat Rejection
April 20, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 801 (Aug '19), p. 38. Too many M9 pistols are being declared NMC because their recoil springs have flat spots. ... MORE

Small Arms: Bore, Ammo Dry for Firing
April 20, 2020 — This Letter to the Editor initially appeared in PS 801 (Aug '19), p. 35. Dear Editor, PS has repeatedly emphasized the importance of running a cleaning or clearing rod through a weapon’s barrel before firing to make sure there are no obstructions... MORE

Small Arms: Degreasing and SFL Go Hand-In-Hand
April 16, 2020 — This article initially appeared in PS 792, pages 36-37. Solid film lubricant (SFL) is a powerful tool for fighting corrosion in small arms. When a weapon’s protective coating wears off, SFL comes to the rescue. But you must follow this SFL procedure or you may be hurting more than helping your weapon!... MORE

M48 Machine Gun: Replacing Missing Solenoid Parts
April 7, 2020 — Dear Editor, When adjusting the timing on the solenoid of an M48 machine gun mounted on the M1117 ASV, sometimes the locking screw and washer get lost. Our search in both the M48 and M1117 TMs showed no replacements for the screw and washer... MORE

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