Video: The Heckler & Koch SP5K—An MP5 in Civilian Clothes

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posted on April 26, 2017
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A last-ditch design has turned into one of the most iconic firearms of the 20th century, the Heckler & Koch MP5 submachine gun. For those of us in the civilian world who want to buy into that history, technology and reputation, H&K offers the SP5K. 

This video by Jeremiah Knupp supplements his American Rifleman feature article, "Roller-Delayed Revival: The Heckler & Koch SP5K." 

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