Rare Pre-Ban AR-15 A2 Government Carbine 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem

SOLD FOR: $1,126.00

LSB#: WY250327JH012

Make: Colt

Model: AR-15 A2 Government Carbine

Serial Number:  GC 005350

Year of Manufacture: Pre-1994

Caliber: .223 Rem/5.56 NATO

Action Type: Semi-Auto, Direct Impingement.

Markings: Left side of receiver marked with “COLT AR-15 A2 GOV’T CARBINE CAL. .223 SER. GC 005350” with the Rampant Colt logo. Marked on left side receiver behind bolt catch “COLT’s FIREARMS DIVISION COLT INDUSTRIES HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” Marked with “SAFE” and “FIRE”. Top of barrel stamped “C MP 5.56 NATO 1/7”.  The left side of the carrier is marked “C”.  The neck of the bolt head is marked “MPC”.

Barrel Length: 16”. 17.25” with A2 Flash Hider. Pencil Profile Barrel.

Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post iron sight and the rear has an L-type flip peep sight. A1 Sights.

Stock Configuration & Condition:  The buttstock is a collapsible stock with sling slots and checkered integral buttplate.  The pistol grip is an A2 checkered grip.  The handguard is a carbine length A2 handguard.   The LOP measures 13.25” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in Very Good overall condition.  There are some scratches and scuffs. There are no chips or cracks.  The checkering is crisp and the peaks are sharp with only some light dulling on the peaks.

Type of Finish: Anodized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition:  This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is some finish loss on the edge behind the ejection port.  There is some corrosion on the dust cover and on the ambidextrous safety selector.  The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition. There is mounted wear on the carry handle from a previously installed optic. There is minor handling wear firearm.  There are some light scratches on the receivers. Overall this rifle would rate 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: Sling