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submachine gun
A submachine gun (SMG) is a magazine-fed, automatic carbine designed to fire pistol cartridges. The term "submachine gun" was coined by John T. Thompson, the inventor of the Thompson submachine gun.
The submachine gun was developed during World War I (1914–1918). At its zenith during World War II (1939–1945), millions of SMGs were made. After the war, new SMG designs appeared frequently. However, by the 1980s, SMG usage decreased. Today, submachine guns have been largely replaced by assault rifles, which have a greater effective range and are capable of penetrating the helmets and body armor used by modern infantrymen. However, submachine guns are still used by military special forces and police SWAT teams for close quarters battle (CQB) because they are "a pistol caliber weapon that's easy to control, and less likely to over-penetrate the target."
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The submachine gun was developed during World War I (1914–1918). At its zenith during World War II (1939–1945), millions of SMGs were made. After the war, new SMG designs appeared frequently. However, by the 1980s, SMG usage decreased. Today, submachine guns have been largely replaced by assault rifles, which have a greater effective range and are capable of penetrating the helmets and body armor used by modern infantrymen. However, submachine guns are still used by military special forces and police SWAT teams for close quarters battle (CQB) because they are "a pistol caliber weapon that's easy to control, and less likely to over-penetrate the target."
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B&T APC 45 Pro w/ Deltapoint Pro
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Mac mag offering/compatibility question & something wackier ...
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Russian PPS 43 Lower PRICE DROP!
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- For Sale
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- $150
- Salem
- Oregon
Offering a lower for the infamous Soviet submachine gun PPS-43. Stamped steel, no dings or repairs, tiny bit of rust near the top of the mag well. Not many markings: Stamped 1769, A, 3, S. Found in very good condition. I can ship Priority for an additional $10.00.- Classified Ad
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Cheap! Thompson Submachine gun Airsoft
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- Canby
- Oregon
Does not work and doesn’t have the buttplate or charger. Charging handle it missing. Has 2 mags $40 firm Pick up in Canby- Classified Ad
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WTS OR 1927A1 Thompson Submachine Gun
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P.A. Luty's Submachine Gun
Some may remember the British fellow (P. A. Luty) who, as a political statement, created submachine guns from common hardware and a published a book (or several books) on the projects. He was eventually caught, tried, convicted, and spent time in prison. Anyway, the authorities, evidently...- Discussion Thread
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