by Shooting Illustrated Staff posted on January 30, 2011 Guns Support NRA Shooting Illustrated DONATE Nope, civilians can't own an M249 SAW. But here are some closer looks at the machine gun that's been used by the U.S. Military since 1986 and currently serving on the front line of freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this article FNH, FNH-USA Related Stories OMB GUNS Partners With Sevigny to Promote FNH Pistol FNH-USA Viper X-11 and Striker-6 Tactical Flashlights FNH-USA M249S Video FNH USA Announces Grand Opening of Pro Shop Factory Store FNH-USA FNX-45 Handgun Most Popular Body Language and Personal Defense New 2011 and 1911 Pistols for 2024 9mm Double Stack 1911 Pistol Roundup New Pistols for 2024 Keeping The Proper Perspective Review: Lipsey’s Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry Revolver