Ful auto vs semi-auto accuracy?

[ericire12]

Actually, I think it's going to be difficult to get the advancing platoon to remain in formation while you spray them with automatic fire.  You might have better luck with the mass of humanity at a sporting event, but I think they would tend to scatter as well.  Best bet might be the Senate or House of Reps--sort of corral them so they can't get away!  (And that is intended as hyperbolic exaggeration included for a humourous effect--not as an indication of intent.  Crusader doesn't want to be on any more lists! ) 

I was just trying to make the point that FA really comes into its own on the battlefield when it can be a true force multiplier.



*Let the record show that I did not mention firing FA on congress

[tt11758]

To be honest, the only REAL advantage I can see for FA in a civilian firefight is the psychological advantage.  I remember stories of the psychological effect the german "zipper gun" (1300 RPM german machine gun that sounded like a zipper when fired) had on allied troops.

So, if you wanna SCARE your opponent, then by all means go FA.  If you want to SHOOT the sumbitch, go with semi-auto.

[PegLeg45]

It all depends on the gun, ammo, and man doing the shooting.

[fullautovalmet76]

I am glad the 2A says nothing about the right being contingent upon the practicality of the weapon. If that was the case, we would be limited to six shot revolvers, pump shotguns and bolt action rifles. Really, does any civilian NEED anything more than that?

[m25operator]

Need, all depends on the number of threats that need to be addressed, more necessary these days, like when confronting latino's, who I belong too, if you get affronted by a car load of at least 6, get real good, and deliver 1 perfect shot to the heads of each or hedge your bet, and have 15+ rds available. Better yet, have several hundred  horsepower and just drive your butt out of there.

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[Solus]

Full Auto or burst firing can be useful in a few situations. 

One is the 'human wave' attack...or a version smaller than a wave...

Two would be in hitting exposed moving target at range, assuming the weapon is controllable enough to keep on target.  Correct lead estimation is less critical.

Third is when the target is concealed in a small area, like a sniper behind a bush.  Since aimed fire is not possible, full auto or burst might nail the target.  Again, the weapon must be kept on target.

All three of those are generally military situations, but one of the purposes of a Well Regulated Militia is to ensure the civilian populace holds the means to counter an invasion or government turned tyrannical.  I'd not mind being able to purchase weapons that would meet my needs for both personal self defense and a not so probable military roll. 

[ericire12]

 ...but one of the purposes of a Well Regulated Militia is to ensure the civilian populace holds the means to counter an invasion or government turned tyrannical.   

Bingo!