Thread: Semi-automatic guns sold by Defence Force being used by gangs

Originally Posted by gundoc

Yeah, I know! Seriously, full-auto rifles of that type are a complete waste of ammunition as the muzzle climb is enough to ensure that 80% + will go over the top of the target, it burns the barrels out quicker, and is generally hard on the action. The heavy barrel L2 automatic rifle which was designed for such work was not well-liked and was considered unsuccessful.

@gundoc not wrong

I have seen an SKS that on regular occasions went full auto, many moons ago. Good for shits and giggles but not good for much else.
A gevarm that I know of also suffered the same fate on occasion. Poor old possum either got the lot or bugger all.