Someone told me the other day when I mentioned the Swiss that they have the guns, but not the ammo. The ammo is stored away by the government in case of emergency.
Do you know if this is true. If so, when did that happen?
I’ve never heard of that one before.
It’s amazing how they make this shit up. Really.
Ask this “someone” for a source. That should be enlightening!
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Well put it this way. I am sure the governmnet has additional ammo for those guns if need arises.
AFAIK every Swiss man in a certain age range is required to have 20 rounds (minimum) for their rifles. They can obviously buy more if they want.
The Swiss have got it CORRECT !By the Federal Constitution of 1874, military servicemen are given their first equipment, clothing and arms. After the first training period, conscripts must keep gun, ammunition and equipment an ihrem Wohnort ("in their homes") until the end of their term of service.
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This is not exactly true. The structure of the Swiss Reserve system requires the soldiers keep their personal equipment, including personally assigned weapons, at home (until 2007 this also included ammunition).
In 2007 and subsequent, the government issued weapons were retained in the soldier's homes, but the ammunition was held at a central armory in the town. This did not affect ammunition purchased for personal use and practice. There are no restrictions on types and amounts of ammunition purchased for personal use. Swiss Reservists are urged to practice with their assigned weapons, although they must furnish their own ammunition. Swiss Reservists are required to qualify with their issue weapon once a year with government provided ammunition.
Compulsory military service applies to all male Swiss citizens, with women serving voluntarily. Males usually receive initial orders at the age of 18 for conscription screening. About two-thirds of young Swiss men are found suitable for service, while alternative service exists for those found not suitable. About 20,000 Swiss receive basic training lasting for 18 to 21 weeks (increased from 15 weeks in 2003). Reservists perform 45 days of active duty per year, with obligation lasting from age 18 to 49.
On retirement from Reserves, members can purchase their individual service weapons. The StGw 57 battle rifle (7.5 Swiss) and StGw 90 assault rifle (5.56 NATO) are converted from select fire to semi-auto only at this time.