The USMC M40 Sniper Rifle: At the End of a Useful Life?

by Vincent Buckles

Did you know the USMC M40 sniper rifle will be celebrating its 50th birthday next year? Here’s a great article in Shotgun News about the rifle. This old war horse has been through a lot since the early days of the Vietnam war. Read how McMillan played an important role in developing a stock for the Marines that was better suited for combat in Southeast Asia. Details