Hardly. This class of weapon has been obsolete since about 1943 and this specimen is nowhere near being the best version of it. This is just someone's way of compensating HK for the loss of a couple of big contracts. This little project will allow the Germans to unload their unwanted 416 parts on us after all.
“This is just someone’s way of compensating HK for the loss of a couple of big contracts. This little project will allow the Germans to unload their unwanted 416 parts on us after all. “
Not true at all, SOCOM units have been using the 416 for at least 4 years. The system has been refined over that time and is a solid option against the M4. Both are fine platforms when maintained. All the 416’s on this contract will be made in the US under license. H&K is the master at setting up manufacturing anywhere in the world, that is what kept them open for years, H&k has it down to a science.
When you see an new HK 416 or HK 45, check the proof mark.