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This is my opinion only, and not based on inside knowledge I think perhaps that after 60 or 70 years of excellent service from the 1911, military authorities believed that they would be considered backward (? reactionary ?
nonprogressive ? over conservative ?) if they continued to utilize an older but solid performer, when newer designs ( ? sexier ? ) were available. I think perhaps the appearance of advocating newer technology is politically favorable. I am convinced that this was the case when they chose a .223 over a serious battle rifle. I rest my case, and retire for the night, as school starts early tomorrow
nonprogressive ? over conservative ?) if they continued to utilize an older but solid performer, when newer designs ( ? sexier ? ) were available. I think perhaps the appearance of advocating newer technology is politically favorable. I am convinced that this was the case when they chose a .223 over a serious battle rifle. I rest my case, and retire for the night, as school starts early tomorrow