This video explores the AAI 2nd Gen SPIW flechette rifles, remnants of a failed military program that began in 1962. The SPIW (Special Purpose Individual Weapon) program aimed to develop advanced rifle systems, with initial trials from Colt, Springfield, AAI, and Winchester proving unsuccessful. AAI continued development, producing these second-generation rifles chambered for the XM-645 5.6x57mm single-flechette cartridge. Despite further testing, these rifles suffered from significant reliability, noise, cook-off, and accuracy issues, ultimately leading to the program's failure. The video showcases the rifles and provides historical context, crediting the Rock Island Arsenal Museum for access.
This video delves into two unique and unusual magazines associated with experimental firearms programs. The first is a 60-round double-column magazine from the Springfield 1964 SPIW bullpup rifle, a fascinating piece of military firearm development. The second is a 50-round box magazine from an AAI XM-19 serial flechette rifle. The video references "SPIW: The Deadliest Weapon that Never Was" as a key resource for more information on Project SPIW, highlighting the historical and developmental context of these rare magazines.
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