Pentagon: SIG Sauer M17, M18 Pistols Safe
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The Pentagon has confirmed the safety and reliability of SIG Sauer M17 and M18 pistols after inspections and testing. The testing involved over 1.5 million rounds and a physical examination of nearly 114,000 firearms. The confirmation was issued by the Department of War and the Department of the Air Force.
Why it matters
The confirmation of the pistols' safety is significant for the US military's small arms programs and ensures the continued use of these firearms by military personnel.
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