The AFN-49 is the selective-fire variant of the FN-49 rifle, with nearly half of its production being automatic. Key features include a selector lever and a specialized locking pin requiring an armorer's tool for full-auto use. Its high rate of fire and fixed 10-round magazine make automatic fire challenging to control, emptying the magazine in about one second.
This review details a rare Belgian Congo Force Publique FN49 sniper rifle, one of only 185 produced. Chambered in .30-06, these AFN models were select-fire and featured unique Belgian Congo crest markings. The rifle's rarity is amplified by its post-independence history in Africa, making it a significant find for collectors.
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