05-20-2011, 06:03 PM
stanc Wrote:To say that CQB is only practical with a short-barrel, telescoping-stock carbine and minimum-size cartridge is contradicted by history.True -- "only practical" is a strong statement in the light of history. One could also note that lessons of history suggest that a shorter weapon with adequate lethality makes the whole chore easier and more efficient...
The points made by Tony and by LRRPF52, in my view, nicely span sensible options. Both have excellent logic and factual support. So, I feel confident that our explorations will result in interesting options to bring into play when the opportunity presents...