What kind of Rifle/MG is this?

[Acera]

Picture of Navy SEAL and Medal of Honor recipient Michael Thornton.

Can't figure out what he is carrying.

http://www.defensemedianetwork.com/stories/petty-officer-michael-thorntons-uncommon-rescue/

 

[ClickClickD'oh]

Looks like a Stoner 63 to me.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Yep, Stoner 63.

Good basic info from Forgotten Weapons:

http://www.forgottenweapons.com/stoner-63-system/

 

[JeffG]

Looks like a Stoner 63 to me.

Yup Stoner.

 

[Acera]

Thanks,

I went looking down the French, Australian and other European mfg. path and could not find anything.

Interesting weapon in the LMG configuration. About 6 pounds lighter than the SAW in almost the same role. Wonder why the newer version is not more popular.


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