Along the way, a number of advanced firearms concepts would influence U.S.
Ordnance in their decision.
Some of these arms are well known.
Others, like the unique Model 45A, are less so.
Its name is official sounding, but yet it is nothing more than a nickname applied in the field.
How did the official Signal Corps photographers get involved?
Since the war was recently over, the photographers were probably looking for something interesting to cover.
Clearly, the ruins of Manila made a perfect backdrop.
Was It Real?
There is a small flash hider.
The rifle is offered in numerous variants ranging from precision versions to CQB-style short variants.
However, the standard issue model with a walnut stock truly captures the essence of the original M14 rifle.
And it represents the culmination of decades of firearms design and refinement.
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M1ATMStandard Issue Series
