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Originally Posted by Julhelm
What was the reason for not wanting the Mk16s?
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Julhelm,
The main reason most of us Weapon Officers avoided MK-16s in the 1960s and 1970s is Navol as a propellant. In addition to the hazard, the MK-16 required additional efforts in the areas of training, shipboard handling, and recovery of expended exercise shots.
I don't know any Weapon Officer on the river in those days in New London that had not convinced his CO to avoid carrying MK-16s.