I agree with Maine Shooter. Many manufacturers are marketing a SOCOM model in one form or the other. They market a standard firearm with camo or parkerizerd finish and night sights and claim label it SOCOM. Dedicated SOCOM firearms are usually the top of the line from a top of the line manufacturer. For an example, check out Heckler and Koch Mark 23. Match grade from the magazine to the threaded extended barrel with dependability second to none, but this comes with a stout price tag. I fugure if your butt depends on your equipment the expense is well worth the investment.