This is a story of a guy who wanted to get his uncle a gift to honor him and his service in Vietnam. His uncle carried an M-16 for his first several months there and then an M-14 for the remainder of his time in country. He was there from May 1967 to May 1968 (through Tet). When he asked his uncle which rifle he most trusted during his tour of duty he replied, "The AK-47".
Here is a link to the story and some pics of the rifle. We think it's pretty cool.
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