Colt AR6450 AR-15 9mm Carbine 16” Semi-Auto Rifle w/ Factory Box
SOLD FOR: $1353.88
WOA#: WY220925GK001
Make: Colt
Model: AR6450 AR-15 9mm Carbine
Serial Number: LTA 006623
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: 9mm
Action Type: Semi-Auto
Markings: Left side of receiver marked with “COLT AR-15 9MM CARBINE CAL. 9MM SER. LTA 006623” with the Rampant Colt logo. Marked on left side receiver behind bolt catch “COLT DEFENSE HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” Marked with “SAFE” and “FIRE”. Top of barrel stamped “CMP CHROME BORE 9MM”. Right side of the receiver marked “RESTRICTED MILITARY / GOVERNMENT LAW ENFORCEMENT / EXPORT USE ONLY”. Bottom of magazines are marked “COLT CAL 9MM NATO” and “20” and “30 for the witness holes.
Barrel Length: 16”/ 17” with A2 Flash Hider
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post iron sight and the rear has an L-type flip peep sight. A1 Rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is synthetic with a ribbed handguard/forearm and case deflector. Checkered synthetic pistol grips with an adjustable M4 buttstock. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the fully extended buttstock. The stock rates in Excellent overall condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Two 32rd 9MM Colt Magazines, both in Excellent condition. (Sealed in original Colt Accessory Bag.
Type of Finish: Anodized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows minimal to no wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. There is some box material packed into the left side of the handguard. There is still factory grease on the barrel and BCG.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Factory original box and packaging, Owner’s Manual, two 20rd 9MM magazines, Cleaning Kit, and Nylon Sling all packed within its original Colt Accessories plastic package.
Our Assessment: The rise of pistol caliber carbines can be attributed to the advancement of modern firearms technology both in the operational systems and the types of ammo they use. The extended length afforded by carbines paired with modern pistol ammo that performs exceptionally well for home defense purposes, means Pistol Caliber Carbines are a match made in heaven against things that go bump in the night. As wonderful as the AR-15 platform is, PCC’s bring a level of versatility that outshines other tactical rifles. PCC’s use cheaper ammo compared to high velocity rifle ammunition, they are safe and allowed in every pistol range, they allow new users and novices to really get a handle operating and maneuvering a firearm, they share magazines with other platforms which means accessing magazines won’t be a headache and they come fairly cheap, and last but not least – Pistol Caliber is far easier to suppress. Light recoil and rounds that won’t go through every wall in your home means you have a home defense weapon worth wielding against any threat while protecting yourself and family.
For the sport shooter or defense-minded individuals out there, this 9mm carbine built on the AR platform offers some excellent advantages. New in the box, this AR-15 is the epitome of basic, but not in a bad way. Basic in this case means factory configuration, reliable, and ready to use… or ready to become the newest safe queen in your possession. Whether you want to give this firearm the 21st-century treatment at the range or keep it as a show-and-tell piece, ya gotta bid on it first!