mwith erratum dated May 2016 (original date Jan 1981)
1. PURPOSE
FMFM 1-38, Sniping, sets forth the techniques and procedures for selecting, training, and employing scout snipers within the Fleet Marine Forces.
(Other titles for this book are FMFM 3-1B, Sniping, MCWP 3-15.3, Sniping and MCTP 3-01E, Sniping – They are all the same book)
This book is a “mini” (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size – A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading. The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.
The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.
On this website, this book also comes in BIG size (the size of a regular sheet of paper).