[wbarmy]

If I remember correctly, the other problem was that the M-16 was designed to use gun cotton (nitrocellulose). This prevented any type of fouling in the weapon and was strong enough to clear dirt from the barrel on the first shot.

[Favor Center]

“If I remember correctly, the other problem was that the M-16 was designed to use gun cotton (nitrocellulose). “

I think you’re thinking of the extruded vs ball powder issue. The ball powder that was the problem was also made from nitrocellulose, of course. I understand it was one of the additives that was the problem with that particular ball powder. Modern ball powder is fine.