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 First Look: Smith & Wesson Model 350 Revolver 14 Great Pocket Pistols for Personal Defense Top 5 'Budget-Priced' .50 BMG Rifles 10 Budget-Priced .22 Rifles Under $200 Smith & Wesson CEO Issues Strong Statement in the Face of 2nd Amendment Attacks Why A Shotgun Is Best for Home Defense (And All Sorts Of Other Things)