This video explores the Slovenian SAR-80 rifle, designed by Frank Waters for Sterling as a simplified alternative to the AR-180. Although Sterling licensed the AR-18, they didn't produce Waters' SAR-80. However, the design found a production partner in Chartered Industries of Singapore (CIS), who sought to equip the Singaporean Army and then export the rifle. The SAR-80 was eventually adopted by countries like Croatia, the Central African Republic, and Slovenia, with approximately 80,000 units produced. The video features a Slovenian-contract example and highlights the rifle's unique design compared to the AR-180.
This video explores the Sterling S11, a submachine gun developed in the 1960s to replace the classic Sterling SMG. Designed by Frank Waters, the S11 featured a stamped receiver and a left-side offset barrel and sights, with dual bayonet lugs. However, high tooling costs and a less-than-reliable design led to its cancellation. Only one prototype was ever made before Sterling shifted focus to civilian models of the original Sterling. The video thanks the Royal Armouries for access to this unique firearm.
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