Pre-Ban Colt AR6520 Gov’t Carbine AR-15 A2 AR15 5.56 16” Semi-Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1490
WOA#: WY230109MH001
Make: Colt
Model: Government AR6520
Serial Number: LGC 046964
Year of Manufacture: Pre 1994
Caliber: .223
Action Type: Semi-Auto
Markings: Left side of receiver marked with “COLT AR-15 A2 GOV’T CARBINE CAL. 223 SER. LGC 046964” 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 5.56 NATO 1/7”. Right side of the receiver marked “RESTRICTED MILITARY / GOVERNMENT LAW ENFORCEMENT / EXPORT USE ONLY”. The Carrier is marked, “C” on the left side and the neck of the bolt head is marked, “MPC”. The Buffer Adapter is marked with the MAGPUL Logo.
Barrel Length: 16”. 17.5 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. A2 Rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is synthetic with a ribbed handguard/forearm and case deflector. Checkered A2 synthetic pistol grip with an adjustable M4 buttstock. The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the fully extended buttstock. The stock rates in Very Good overall condition. The checkering on the pistol grip has some worn down peaks. There are some scratches on the buttstock and operation wear on the buffer tube. The handguard has only a few very faint loose storage marks. There are no chips or cracks. The top of the Handguard is mounted with a ProMag Picatinny Accessory Rail AR-15 A2 Handguard Mount. The rear of the receiver is equipped with a Magpul Ambi Buffer Tube Adapter.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1 30rd MOE PMAG Magazine Gen M2 5.56 in Excellent Condition.
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 some light to moderate wear including some scratches on both receivers and some more significant scratches around the parameter of the magwell. The barrel has some scratches and there is some finish loss at the base of the case deflector. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
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: Total of one magazine.
Our Assessment: A hefty AR for the target blaster master! This reliable and classic 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. If you are in the market for your first or fiftieth AR, look no further. You want this combo in your arsenal for its good looks and smooth operation. This PreBan Colt AR-15 is as clean and well kept as any collector could ask for. 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!