Brings back some memories that. We used those in SA (called them the R1) before the were replaced by the Galil which was called the (R4). The idea that they can be beat up and still work good is something of a myth. SA switched to the Galil because of the obvious superiority of the AK47 to the FAL in bush war conditions. Similar to the AK compared with the M16 in Nam.

I enjoyed shooting the FAL on the range much more than the Galil though. Certainly a better target gun. Not as good in a firefight. (not that I was ever in a firefight mind you, but I know folks who were and am merely relaying what they told me).

- Peter.

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2000 GMC Sonoma
1981 240D 4spd stick. 347000 miles. Deceased Feb 14 2021
2002 Kia Rio. Worst crap on four wheels
1981 240D 4spd stick. 389000 miles.
1984 123 200
1979 116 280S
1972 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1971 108 280S