Guru,
Instead of accusing and assuming the worst, perhaps it would be better to ask me questions by PM, instead of thread crapping my post.
These sights are NOT stolen, they were purchased at a surplus sale by a very reputable dealer. I purchased a few but decided to go another route, putting EoTech's and Aimpoints on my guns.
When these sights were 1st released 12 years ago, the USMC marked sold on the market were stolen. A few military and civilian folks were prosecuted, but they were flagrant and obvious thieves .
Unfortunately when these sights were delivered to the military, most of the US combat troops were being pulled out of action and all of the guys had already set their guns up. The majority of these sights were warehoused and not utilized.
About 3 years ago when the draw down of troop strength was ordered, tons of material went to surplus sale and these were among them. Next time I'd greatly appreciate it if you'd ask instead of accuse.