To clarify, SECO told me M548's were available, NO M113's, components for the M113 family have been surplussed as well. This was 1 1/2 years ago, before I purchased the BMP.Don't get me wrong guys, I believe the present government has done good things for our military. I am just really frustrated that our small but very capable fraternity is not allowed to preserve some of Canada's military history. I know that the CWM is tasked with that job, but people like us do a very good job preserving and promoting our military. Just attend any "official" parade or function, and the bulk of the equipment will be from private hands. The policies being enforced now I believe were probably laid down 15-16 years ago. I was actually on a list to acquire two Lynx after they were taken out of service, then was notified when I was fifth from the top, that policy was now that only bonafide military museums could get functional vehicles. I have been approaching this policy from every angle I can think of, but like Rob says, I have been getting wet!
Perry
Last edited by Perry Kitson; 02-02-12 at 02:27.
Reason: clarification on M113's
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