Belgian Gendarmerie FAL w/ DSA Receiver
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A few months ago FN America was able to import 400 parts sets from original Belgian Gendarmerie FAL rifles. I got one of them, and had it completed by DSA. They made receivers with Gendarmerie markings, as well as the barrel and other parts not included with the kit. So today we'll take a look at the finished rifle and the work that went into completing it.
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