User:Anyr/M14

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This battle rifle has been in active U.S. military service since the Korean War era. CoD4 gives you the single-shot version. I had issues with this rifle because of the fierce recoil you get after every shot (highest recoil for any assault rifle) and because you couldn't aim it as well as you could a sniper rifle, even though they have similar optimal ranges. Since then, I've tried some new things and have been able to get more out of the M14.

The PFC suggested using Red Dot and aiming at the low/mid torso of an enemy, then rapidly clicking two or three times. With or without Stopping Power, this tactic works pretty damn well at middle distance, although two taps is better for long distance. This firing method will almost always walk your shots up the enemy's torso, hopefully ending in either fatal damage or a headshot.

Because of the high power and range of the rifle, the silencer allows you to still operate at medium range with the added bonus of stealth. The M14 is not great for close combat or situations where you can't take your time when firing, although in theory you can fire it as fast as the G3 (limited by your clicking speed). Spamming it with hip fire at close range can get you some kills, but if you usually fight close up, choose another rifle.