In episode 8 of the Silah Report Podcast, Miles and Adham are joined by guests AnalystMick, Daniel, and AbuZaben to discuss their recent findings in the MENA region. We cover sniper ‘battalions’ in Idlib, interesting SALW being offered for sale in Yemen, German vs. Saudi G36 rifles, and more! We also answer questions provided by our Patreon backers at the $5 or more per month level. Want to ask us a question related to small arms and light weapons in the Middle East, North Africa, or Central Asia regions? Become a backer today!
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Adham shares pictures from Yemen which include a very rare French submachine gun and pistol as well as a picture of a gun shop with interesting variety of merchandise. He also shares images of what appear to be M48 Mauser rifles for sale!
AbuZaben carried out interesting research on rebel ‘Sniper Battalions’ (more akin to sniper teams, but they use the term battalion) and discusses these in fascinating detail.
AbuZaben discusses Syrian rebels’ view on Iranian Made RU-series thermal scopes as well as the modifications they performed on Mosin Nagant rifles.
AbuZaben, Mick, and Daniel in an engaging discussion on what types of optics and ammunition rebel snipers prefer.
The G36 in the shop leads the discussion to take an interesting turn with Miles, AbuZaben, and Mick discussing German-made G36 rifles and their Saudi-made counterparts.