Can I use my own?

[HKspectre-A2]

If I were to buy a colt m4 or any other rifle from colt, would I be able to use that as my primary weapon if I was sent to another country for combat???

PS. what about other weapons such as a FN p90 :rolleyes:

[Lord Barker]

I very much doubt it.
I'm not sure how it works in the US, but in the UK armed forces weapons are kept under very strict control, for transportation to operational areas, you would have to give you weapon in to be transported serperately, if they allow you atall.
Then, through a system of hyper efficient ( :rolleyes: ) military proceedures, you will get your weapon you will be using for your operation, which will never be the same, it will be lost......

[darkwinter]

LB has a point.

They issue you a rifle... From there it because like your penis. You dont want another man touching it, cause it might lead to trouble.

Anyways, as far as your own equipment... I think you can bring your own knife.

[capwil]

As a Canadian reservist. If we travel with our own vehicle and bring any guns/high powered weapons with us in our own vehicles we have to have approval by the provincial (state) government. On those papers will be all the roads we will travel on, including possible detours! If the vehicle does break down, get stolen or in an accident there will be less liability on our part.

Full timers carry around the same weapon that is issued to them. They cannot exchange for another type. All weapons approvals must be approved by the CO of the base, as well as the supply office (depending on weapon). There are several different variables involved. If you go on a tour, I can't see you changing weapons at all. Senior officers, if they wish to do so, may aquire a sidearm of their choice.

[BeaufordBuddy]

Nope, you're not allowed your own personally purchased weapon. You take what you're given and become so attached to it like it's a third leg. The reason behind this is because the Army isn't some private militia full of vigilantes. It's all about uniformity and cohesion. And plus, there'd be no guarantee that the Army could provide you with the caliber ammo you need for your own personal weapon. Plus it would violate NATO treaties and regulations.