Features: Full Auto FAMAS F1 vs Semiauto MAS 223
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Since I happen to have simultaneous access to both a military-pattern F1 FAMAS and also a civilian semiautomatic MAS-223, I figured it would be nice to compare them side by side and see how they differ. A number of changes were made for the civilian semiauto rifles, including:
- Rifle grenade capability
- Bayonets
- Stock recoil buffer
- Fire control mechanism
- Muzzle device
- Night sights
- Markings
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