Didn't the NZicon troops have the carry handle replaced with a washer of equal size? Something about not carrying a rifle like you would a purse?

The other statement that rankles me was about it losing out to the M14icon. That was political, and I completely understand it. Having carried and used BOTH rifles, I have a hard time actually choosing between them. When you examine the characteristics, they're almost identical...I did find the FN came to hand better but I think that's because I carried it for 15 years through thick and thin. Then the Colt...