FYI, a Browning .50 is either fully automatic or a semi-auto clone of Ma Deuce. Single shot .50s are available from a number of manufacturers. No license is needed; these are the largest a civilian can purchase without going through the NFA process. Barrett makes quality but is expensive. Serbu makes a great .50 and was rated best bang for the buck by Gun Tests. Windrunner rifles have a good name, but I think they're a little pricey for what you get. If your friend is on a budget, Watson's Weapons makes a aingle shot .50BMG upper for an AR-15 receiver. I recommend the Serbu or (if your friend has the money to spend) a Barrett. Finally, your friend will discover that .50 BMG ammunition isn't cheap. Tell him to go to www.hevanet.com/temple/index.html for reloading information for the .50 BMG, solid information on .50 BMG shooting in general, and for links to other useful pages. Mike |
