The M1, a classic rifle adopted in 1938 by the U.S. . It would be the U.S.'s first self loading rifle. Barley beating the Pederson and Johnson rifle designs in trials. The M1 would see use through the Vietnam conflict, and beyond. Several variants would be produced. While borrowing its operating system both the M 14 and M 1 Carbine function differently and are therefore different systems.
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