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SOLD - Super Rare USMC Barrett M82A1 Sniper Rifle

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$26,500.00
Year: 1991
Maker: Barrett
Type: M82A1
Caliber: .50 BMG
Bore: 10/10
Condition: 98-99%
SKU:
0974 - 24366

Description

5/19/23 - This is an incredibly rare and special Barrett M82 sniper rifle, one of only 100 that was delivered to the United States Marine Corps in 1991 in the buildup to Operation Desert Storm. This rifle was deployed both with Marine Scout-Sniper detachments and as attached units in the 1st Light Armored Infantry. The Marines would use their M82s to great effect during the conflict. As described by M82 Operators like Sgt. Eric Poole and Sgt. Khanh Nguyen, the M82 served as an excellent alternative to both mounted weapons like the M242 Bushmaster and heavier AT weapons like the LAW and other AT Missiles. The M82’s performance during Desert Storm as an anti-material rifle aided to guarantee the rifle a long career in the US Armed Forces. The M82 and later variants have been adopted by the Marines and Army, as well as many NATO partners to the United States. In 2005 it was even dubbed one of the top 10 inventions related to the US Army. Outside of military use, the Barrett is also used by various law enforcement agencies as an Explosive Removal device, allowing for the safe disposal of explosives from a distance. This particular example is in fantastic condition, with a mint bore and minimal handling wear. It has the original and very rare USMC scope, which has crystal clear optics. The listing includes a copy of "Death From Afar Vol. 1" by Norman and Roy Chandler, which documents this rifle's use by the USMC by serial. Today, only about 35 of these scarce and collectible rifles are known to be in private collections!

Specifications

Sold: Yes
Hold: No
Condition: 98-99%
Bore: 10/10
Maker: Barrett
Year: 1991
Type: M82A1
Caliber: .50 BMG
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