Olympic Arms OA-93 5.56mm NATO 6.5” Barrel Semi-Auto Pistol 2x Mags
SOLD FOR: $1,285.00
LSB#: LSB260412RR031
Make: Olympic Arms
Model: OA-93
Serial Number: OP 0333
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 5.56mm NATO / .223 Rem
Action Type: Semi Auto Pistol Direct impingement, fed by Detachable Box Magazines.
Barrel Length: 6.5”, threaded with four prong muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The top of the receiver has a picatinny rail section.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This pistol comes with a knurled tubular aluminum handguard and a serrated polymer pistol grip w/ storage door. There are light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall this furniture set is in Very Good to Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 30rd aluminum magazines in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Black Anodized, Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some faint stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion this bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its original finish. There are scratches and light handling marks throughout. The action has light wear and the charging channel has light marring. There are a few small spots of surface rust on the gas block. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are undamaged. The markings are clear. Overall this pistol is in Very Good + condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: 2x Magazines, paperwork.
Our Assessment: The Olympic Arms OA-93 is one of the most distinctive AR-pattern pistols produced during the 1990s and early 2000s, developed at a time when manufacturers were experimenting with compact rifle-caliber handgun configurations. Unlike conventional AR-pattern firearms, the OA-93 utilized a unique recoil system mounted above the barrel, eliminating the need for a traditional receiver extension and giving the pistol its unmistakable profile. Chambered in 5.56 NATO, one of the most influential military rifle cartridges of the modern era, the OA-93 offered rifle-caliber performance in a compact and innovative package. This example remains in very good plus overall condition, retaining approximately 97% of its original finish with only light handling wear visible throughout. The bore remains strong, showing bright surfaces and sharp rifling with only minor fouling present, supporting its 9 out of 10 rating. The tubular aluminum handguard and polymer grip remain in very good to excellent condition with only minor handling wear visible and no structural damage present. The pistol also includes two aluminum magazines and accompanying paperwork, enhancing its overall completeness and appeal.
Altogether, this Olympic Arms OA-93 represents a unique chapter in the development of the AR-pattern firearm platform. Its compact dimensions, bufferless operating layout, and distinctive appearance separate it from conventional AR pistols while maintaining compatibility with many familiar AR-15 components. As examples become increasingly scarce, the OA-93 remains an interesting and collectible firearm that highlights the innovation and experimentation that characterized the American firearms market during the late 20th century. -R.E.