French Marine Commando 2-Gun: CETME-B & MAC-50

Published on September 13, 2025
Duration: 1:01

This video showcases a unique 2-Gun match featuring a semi-automatic CETME-B rifle and a MAC-50 pistol, with a humorous marshmallow-holding requirement. Ian McCollum highlights the CETME-B's accuracy, reliability, and manageable recoil in .308 caliber. The match demonstrates practical application of these historical firearms in a competitive setting.

Quick Summary

The French Marine Commando 2-Gun match showcased a CETME-B rifle and MAC-50 pistol. The CETME-B, in .308 caliber, was praised for flawless performance, accuracy, and manageable recoil. A unique rule required participants to hold a marshmallow in their mouth during the stage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: CETME-B & Marshmallow Match
  2. 00:19Rifle Stage Engagement
  3. 00:34CETME-B Recoil & Performance
  4. 00:56Post-Match CETME-B Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were used in the French Marine Commando 2-Gun match?

The match featured a semi-automatic build of the CETME-B rifle, chambered in .308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm NATO, and a MAC-50 pistol. Both are historical military firearms.

How did the CETME-B rifle perform in the competition?

According to Ian McCollum, the CETME-B performed flawlessly and reliably. He described it as accurate, effective, comfortable, and fun to shoot, with manageable .308 recoil.

What was the unique requirement of this 2-Gun match?

A distinctive rule for this match involved participants needing to keep a marshmallow in their mouth throughout the stage to earn a bonus. This added a humorous challenge to the competition.

What caliber is the CETME-B rifle used in the video?

The CETME-B rifle featured in the video is chambered in .308 Winchester, which is equivalent to the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge. This caliber provides significant power for engagements.

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