Fabrique Nationale d'Herstal was established with one purpose: to manufacture military rifles for Belgium. Over its 120-year history, the company has become one of the world's leading firearms manufacturers, with a range of products including pistols, submachine guns, rifles, and machine guns for militaries and gun enthusiasts. And with its “Military Collector” series, the company offers private collectors the chance to own "civilian-ready" versions of four FN rifles; most recently announced: the M249S PARA.