Is there anyway for a civilian to purchase one of these?
Burke huh? I know a Burke.
Short answer is yes, but no. You can’t just go and get one on-demand. The “gig” is finding a dealer willing to put his relationship with Wilcox on the line. Some do and tack a few extras to an agency order to sell on the side at a big profit to their “favorite” customers. They’re not supposed to do it, and the end user will get zero support or warranty, and that’s the trade-off dealing in the Gray Market, but it’s not illegal/criminal and won’t be subject to seizure — like toys that have been pre-loved by Uncle Sugar (aka, “Black” Market).
That’s the bottom line.