If I'm not mistaken, the M16 cannot be put to "SAFE" when its not cocked.Originally posted by dork3d:1. Put the safety switch to "Safe"
And you will be correct.Originally posted by SpecOps87:If I'm not mistaken, the M16 cannot be put to "SAFE" when its not cocked.
Cannot meh? Then it should be pull charging handle and then put to safe...Originally posted by SpecOps87:If I'm not mistaken, the M16 cannot be put to "SAFE" when its not cocked.
tats call the 'combat load'. fast, efficient n easy! may i replace step 3 wif the term "ease spring", as ur "Push the bolt-cosure button and let the bolt close" may sound a little confusing to some ppl..Originally posted by SpecOps87:Alternatively if you have exhausted your mag of rounds, you may choose to:
(1) Eject the magazine
(2) Insert the magazine
(3) Push the bolt-cosure button and let the bolt close
(4) Carry-On Firing
bloody hell, cannot even switch to safe before u pull the charging handle. and why would somebody want to pull it so that it can switch to safe? wouldnt this be more dangerous as a round might still be in the chamber? or chamber a round in? and the rifle is always supposed to be treated as loaded and readied.Originally posted by dork3d:1. Put the safety switch to "Safe"
2. Load your magazine into your rifle
3. Pull the charging handle
4. Take aim
5. Flick the safety switch to "Semi"
6. Firer, watch your front... Own time own target, carry on...
ahh! the armament spec have spoken! yes sgt! lolOriginally posted by LazerLordz:First rule of thumb, never load your weapon until you are told.
Fingers out of the trigger guard at all times.
Know what is the term reservist?As if people like to term themselves or want to be soldier in the first place....also people might be saw gunner/MG Gunner that may not even touch the M16 for firing for exercises cos they will be firing SAW or MG all the time and lost touch with the M16 precise steps to ensure safety.At least he bother to ask so that he can refresh himself,that is being humble and not assuming...Originally posted by Gordonator:how can one call himself a soldier if he can forget how to fire a weapon? please stay away from all firearms in future as u are a danger to yourself and those around u.
threadstarter is still a nsf.Originally posted by OverTime:Know what is the term reservist?As if people like to term themselves or want to be soldier in the first place....also people might be saw gunner/MG Gunner that may not even touch the M16 for firing for exercises cos they will be firing SAW or MG all the time and lost touch with the M16 precise steps to ensure safety.At least he bother to ask so that he can refresh himself,that is being humble and not assuming...
By your own measure,a person who does not remember how to use a weapon and do not ask is the dangerous person not the one who bother to ask
does not matter if it is a nsf or whatOriginally posted by monoslayer:threadstarter is still a nsf.
Agreed! And me believe if he needs help, there's ample knowledge in his unit and people to guide and ask around...Originally posted by Gordonator:seriously, i would strongly suggest the threadstarter to retake his BMT again. forgive me if i sounded rude but i dislike people who use 'forget' as excuses.
yes he is not wrong to ask. but is looking at our replies alone going to help him familiarise all the procedures in handling a firearm?
shouldn't he be asking his sgts or any superiors who can show him by demonstrating to him? intsead of asking us?
Pay attention to your Technical Handling lessons next time. During unit live firing you not gonna have your sergents telling you and advising you on what to do.Originally posted by lktlkygr:can anyone tell me the steps to firing a m16..such as putting rifle to safe mode, den take out magazine, den load magazine..blah blah.. i forgot the steps afte that..