#small-arms

#small-arms

Across the 20th and 21st centuries, armies repeatedly tried to replace standard-issue rifles that simply refused to disappear. Designed for specific conflicts like World Wars, Cold War showdowns, or even regional wars, many of these weapons stayed in service for decades longer than intended. In most cases, it wasn't nostalgia that kept them around. It was reliability, logistics, and the uncomfortable reality that replacing a rifle on paper is far easier than doing it across an entire military.

Marines deploy with a variety of weapons, but only a handful consistently earn their confidence in real-world conditions. From salty sea air aboard ship to sand-filled valleys in the Middle East, these systems have to work every single time. The weapons Marines actually prefer are the ones that prove reliable under stress, accurate when it matters, and durable enough to survive the toughest environments on Earth. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at the weapons that Marines prefer on deployment.

Here, 24/7 Wall St. looks at weapons used by Spetsnaz Special Forces, which offers more insight into the weapons used by elite forces - including weapons with ranges over 19,000 feet, which exceeds the height of many mountains. We reviewed a catalog of small arms from Military Factory, an online database of military vehicles, aircraft, and arms. We excluded overly similar guns and guns believed no longer in use by the Special Forces.

November 10 marks the 249th birthday of the United States Marine Corps, one of the deadliest fighting forces on Earth. Every Marine learns to handle the Corps' modern arsenal, from the old school M1911 to the newer M249 SAW. Each of these firearms is a key part of the Marine's toolkit, and what makes them effective on the battlefield. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a look at what the USMC has in its arsenal.

The Green Berets have built a reputation as masters of unconventional warfare since their inception in the early 1950s. This reputation comes from not only their training and strategy but also from the small arms they carry into the field. Every carbine, pistol, or rifle they carry is carefully selected for versatility and maximum combat effectiveness. These small arms have ultimately become part of the overarching identity of the Green Berets.

Israel Weapons Industries (IWI) produces iconic weapons including the Tavor, Galil, Negev, and Jericho, which are standard across IDF combat units and emphasize domestic manufacturing.