Bayonet firms rip commander in chief's 'ignorance'

Times 24X7 ^ | 10/23/12

[markomalley]

TMZ spoke with multiple people in the bayonet industry who tell us they were shocked and even offended when Obama brought up the weapon during last night's debate.

According to the official U.S. Marine Corps website, every Marine is STILL required to complete a bayonet training program ... because "the weapon becomes just as effective [as a rifle] in close combat situations."

[KoRn]

I would wager that we easily have more Bayonets within our military right now than we did back in 1914, or whatever the year in question was.

[The_Reader_David]

You would win the wager: in 1916 we had a total of about 140,000 men under arms (including cavalrymen who would have had sabres, rather than bayonets), while now the Marine Corps which still issues bayonets as close melee weapons has 203,000 active duty and 40,000 reservists.

[The Sons of Liberty]

Surprise! 0bama is a dumb ass, but we already knew that. His followers are even more stupid.

[rottndog]

Mr. Obama, this picture is of American servicemen mourning the loss of a fallen comrade, who was killed on the field of battle. They kneel in great respect at the foot of what is known as a Battlefield Cross--the weapon previously carried by the dead, adorned by his helmet, dog tags, and boots. You will note the bayonet affixed to the weapon, firmly planted in the soil, and keeping it standing. The bayonet is still standard issue to those who go off and fight in our defense. You would know that if you gave a damn.

[icwhatudo]

[cyn]

Well done!

[TsonicTsunami08]

Belleau Wood, close with and feed them steel!

[calico_thompson]

However - My son, an Army Infantry Grunt in Afghanistan says that if the enemy gets closer than 100 yds., you are in very deep trouble.

[Dead Corpse]

Amen.

FUBO.

[LittleBillyInfidel]

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[garjog]

This ass clown is Commander in Chief?

What a pathetic idiot we have in control of the most powerful armed forces in the history of the planet.

Hey, he sees bayonets everyday on the Marines who guard him, right?

[cquiggy]

Here’s something else that is in high demand among those deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Of course its something else Barack Hussein wouldn’t understand. Read the interesting statement found on the manufacturers webpage below:

RMJ Tactical’s first priority is to provide tomahawks to our military personnel as soon as possible. If one of our tomahawks can aid one soldier to come home safe and whole, our company mission has been achieved. If you are a civilian and have an order with us or are planning to place an order, please understand that currently there is a wait and if we receive more orders from military personnel, your wait time may even increase. Thanks for your patience.

Go to this link to see a cool handheld war fighting and self defense tool.

http://www.rmjtactical.com/

[spokeshave]

I read that the Russian special forces train close combat with trenching tools.

[Bellflower]

Hopefully they are irritated and offended enough to get their message out to the public.

[Perseverando]

USMC BAYONET

PURPOSE
From 500 yards, every Marine is accurate with a rifle. Attach the OKC-3S Bayonet, and the weapon becomes just as effective in close combat situations. Also a Marine's multi-purpose fighting knife, the OKC-3S is the weapon of choice when shots can't be fired. Every Marine receives bayonet training in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) and on the Bayonet Assault Course in Recruit Training.

FEATURES
Grooved, non-slip handle with steel guard and butt
Polyester elastomer sheath offers weight and noise reduction
Serrations at base of blade for utility knife purposes
Sharp tip capable of puncturing a ballistic vest
Ergonomic grip design helps prevent training-related, repetitive-strain injuries
Grip embossed with an Eagle, Globe and Anchor

SPECIFICATIONS
Overall length: 13.25 inches
Blade length: 8 inches
Blade Material: Carbon steel
Weight: 1.25 pounds with sheath
8" partially serrated blade
Non-reflective phosphate finish
Fielded in 2003

BAYONET TRAINING (See Sidebar)

Charge with lethal precision
A bayonet is a removable fighting knife that attaches to the muzzle of a rifle barrel. In close combat situations where a rifle cannot be fired, the bayonet is an indispensible, lethal weapon. Learning how to effectively use a bayonet is an important part of Marine Corps training.

On the bayonet assault course, recruits learn to attach and detach the bayonet from the rifle quickly and to engage targets aggressively. They become masters of offensive and defensive fighting techniques.