Chris will never get dementia if he keeps up his interest in all the permutations , combinations and variations in Colt rifles , it makes my head spin !
I bought my first new Colt AR in 1988 for $799. The 20” HBAR. Had no idea at the time it was soon going to be considered a “pre-ban” model. AWB years sucked for those of us old enough to have been around then.
I have a 1993 pre-ban R6520 Gov Carbine lower with a 2019 Colt M4 upper/barrel etc. I live in Communist MA so this is the absolute best I can build for my state.
Well. I have been building a survice rifle from fallout New Vegas. Turns out my build is closest to a 6401 but with flat slip ring, a1 furniture (till I get wooden a1), and teardrop forward assist. Cool to find out my fantasy franken rifle idea actually was in some way produced. I love your videos.
Great video 👍 My First AR was a Colt R6520 Government Carbine I bought brand new in 1990 and I still have it. It must have been at the development stage of M4 feed ramps because it has them, but not quite as pronounced as my later carbines. It’s the lightest and handiest AR I own.
The select-fire RO727 had feed ramps, so if you have a Sporter II carbine, that would make sense. My understanding is that extended feed ramps were added to deal with increased cyclic rate on the full auto guns in case of low presentation of cartridges with a BCG moving too quickly.
I learn more about the history of Colt's Ar15 - M4's on Small arms Solutions than I would on the internet. Would you ever do a full review about the Colt Ar-15A3 (AR-6721) (HBAR)? Im buying one from a local gun shop near my hometown and I can't really find very much history about that model on Google, CZcams, etc.
I have an original all matching Colt A2 Sporter I think its a match. However it has an SP1 style lower with screw where the front takedown pin is normally. Its the one you have sitting in front of you the R-6000
I'm kind of confused. Everyone is bashing the UTG A2 butt stock assembly because the plastic is black and it has a molding line down the side, very faint, but it runs along where the buffer tube is. People say that it is cheap airsoft junk because of this. They say that the butt stock should be grey in color, and have no molding lines, and have a metal butt door. But at various times during this presentation, including at 02:34 these stock photos of the old Colt rifles have black butt stocks with the molding line running down them...
My very first rifle was my Dad's SP2 he bought in Dorris California in the late 70s. I love that rifle. I took the A2 furniture off and replaced it with A1 furniture and put a 3 prong flash hider. It really cemented my love for the AR and I cherish it to this day. It's definitely Colt """Quality""" with it's awful cast marks but I love it all the same
Sporter II didn't exist in the 1970s. Sporter IIs didn't hit the market until 1984. I lived through all of it keeping a close eye on all the available models, which are detailed in this video.
Where did the Colt Pocketlite 380 come from? Who at Colt came up with it? What problems does it have? I know they tried hooking up with a Spanish company, Star I think it was to make a little 380 but that deal fell apart
The 6420 I just picked up has a C7 style upper but an M4 profile barrel, the finish still matches too. Could that be that they just used up the pencil barrels and started using the new government profile barrels?
Very strange. That model never had a M4 profile bbl. That was not introduced until the release of the LE6920. I think someone modified your rifle. Check for feedramps cut in the upper and a “F” marked FSB
Just curious, where does the 6400-6401 designations come from? When trying to research my (6401) all the data I can find lumps all the sporter 2 rifles into the 6500 category??
So I've got a colt le6920 trooper and a colt le6920 that came with the magpul handguard and grip and stock and mbus rear sight. I've looked at a le6920 socom, my question is is the only difference between the standard 6920 and the 6920 socom the barrel profile handguard and h2 buffer. And could I run an h2 buffer in a standard 6920 with and problems. I'm going to try the h2 buffer with the sprinco blue action spring , does anyone have any experience with this. Thanks
I run h2s in 4 of my 223/556 and 2 are carbine, 2 are mid gas with one of those being a low mass bcg adjustable gas setup. never had an issue, only improvement. kinda depends on the barrel gas port size, not sure what colt has those at. the only "colt" ar I have is a rifle setup. (the first one SAS talked about in this vid). It'll probably help, can always change back if not. there is a reason I run them and it's not to brag about them. didn't know they came in the le6920 socom, smart move imo.
@@SmallArmsSolutions My HBAR M16A2 has a flash hider/cut off bayonet lug/ and a big pin lower? It has to be pre 1991 I think? It’s has a regular modern small pin lower with the adapter bushing so I can’t look up the serial number. Any help would be great?
If it says Colt SPORTER HBAR on the side of the reciever and has a compensator with bayonet lug removed it is a pre ban rifle. The post ban Match series all had M16A2 lowers, compensator and no bayonet lug. Your rifle is pre-1994. I would place it in the 1991 time period though due to it being transitional from the standard AR15 A2 lower to the M16A2 lower. The important part is Pre 94, pre assault weapon ban. In some states those are all they can be owned. In most states, the rifle is less desirable due to the larger .170 diameter hammer/trigger pins and no bayonet lug.
Did you ever see the actual Colt Technical Data Package? Could do a video about it. Seems mythical like the coke cola or kfc recipe being kept in safes.
Why would they? At the price point that Colt's rifles were at there were much better options. The only reason I'd buy a Colt AR-15 is because I want a receiver with that Colt emblem.
Chris will never get dementia if he keeps up his interest in all the permutations , combinations and variations in Colt rifles , it makes my head spin !
I bought my first new Colt AR in 1988 for $799. The 20” HBAR. Had no idea at the time it was soon going to be considered a “pre-ban” model. AWB years sucked for those of us old enough to have been around then.
I have a 1993 pre-ban R6520 Gov Carbine lower with a 2019 Colt M4 upper/barrel etc. I live in Communist MA so this is the absolute best I can build for my state.
Well. I have been building a survice rifle from fallout New Vegas. Turns out my build is closest to a 6401 but with flat slip ring, a1 furniture (till I get wooden a1), and teardrop forward assist. Cool to find out my fantasy franken rifle idea actually was in some way produced. I love your videos.
Awesome video, this AR series will be gold to understand the history of the rifle system. Thank you sir for the education. 🔫🔫🔫🔫👍🏻💯
Great video 👍 My First AR was a Colt R6520 Government Carbine I bought brand new in 1990 and I still have it.
It must have been at the development stage of M4 feed ramps because it has them, but not quite as pronounced as my later carbines.
It’s the lightest and handiest AR I own.
The select-fire RO727 had feed ramps, so if you have a Sporter II carbine, that would make sense.
My understanding is that extended feed ramps were added to deal with increased cyclic rate on the full auto guns in case of low presentation of cartridges with a BCG moving too quickly.
I love A2s. I got an RRA slick side 9mm A2 upper converted to 5.56 on my main AR and it looks amazing.
Daaaaannggg, thats awesome!
I learn more about the history of Colt's Ar15 - M4's on Small arms Solutions than I would on the internet. Would you ever do a full review about the Colt Ar-15A3 (AR-6721) (HBAR)? Im buying one from a local gun shop near my hometown and I can't really find very much history about that model on Google, CZcams, etc.
Michael Benson that will be covered in the last part of this series
That is awesome to hear. Can't wait to see it.
So much information so little time! Thanks again SAS!
When is part 3 and 4 coming? Can't wait good informative colt history!
jwg1970 working on it!
Love your videos Chris. A walking history book of colt firearms.
I have an original all matching Colt A2 Sporter I think its a match. However it has an SP1 style lower with screw where the front takedown pin is normally. Its the one you have sitting in front of you the R-6000
I'm kind of confused. Everyone is bashing the UTG A2 butt stock assembly because the plastic is black and it has a molding line down the side, very faint, but it runs along where the buffer tube is. People say that it is cheap airsoft junk because of this. They say that the butt stock should be grey in color, and have no molding lines, and have a metal butt door. But at various times during this presentation, including at 02:34 these stock photos of the old Colt rifles have black butt stocks with the molding line running down them...
Mine is the AR-15 A2, Sporter II R6400. It very accurate and in about 95%-97%.
My very first rifle was my Dad's SP2 he bought in Dorris California in the late 70s. I love that rifle. I took the A2 furniture off and replaced it with A1 furniture and put a 3 prong flash hider. It really cemented my love for the AR and I cherish it to this day. It's definitely Colt """Quality""" with it's awful cast marks but I love it all the same
Sporter II didn't exist in the 1970s. Sporter IIs didn't hit the market until 1984. I lived through all of it keeping a close eye on all the available models, which are detailed in this video.
What made the colt A2 handguards so shiny and glossy black and why did they stop?
Just depended on the material per handguard lot
I don't think you can find a new manufacture 20" non-H-BAR fixed carry handle A2 to save your life.
Fulton Armory's "FAR-15 A2 Service Rifle"
Where did the Colt Pocketlite 380 come from? Who at Colt came up with it? What problems does it have? I know they tried hooking up with a Spanish company, Star I think it was to make a little 380 but that deal fell apart
My dad had an A2 rifle that his dad had given him, and he traded it in at a gun store for $500. I am sad.
@@hantusmostert He had no idea what it was, probably didn't like it because it was a black rifle, and I was too young to protest.
Great video SAS. I was disappointed that it ended. I look forward to the next installment.
as always, nicely done!
Thanks for sharing...
The R6500 is basically a first model Canadian C7 clone.
Great video, do you have any plans on doing a video on the A3 series? I’ve got one but there aren’t many videos on it.
Donald Wise part 3, Colt Sporter Series. Part 4 will be LE series
Chris Did Colt Ever Come Out With a 45acp Pistol Caliber Carbine Sub Style Gun Like the 9mm Version
No sir
You know, I bet if you released this rifle today for about oh....450 bucks maximum, it’d sell pretty well I think
They could price them at $600 and they would be Out of Stock 24/7
Wow!! Great video. Very educational. Thanks.
The 6420 I just picked up has a C7 style upper but an M4 profile barrel, the finish still matches too. Could that be that they just used up the pencil barrels and started using the new government profile barrels?
Very strange. That model never had a M4 profile bbl. That was not introduced until the release of the LE6920. I think someone modified your rifle. Check for feedramps cut in the upper and a “F” marked FSB
Just curious, where does the 6400-6401 designations come from? When trying to research my (6401) all the data I can find lumps all the sporter 2 rifles into the 6500 category??
So what is the difference between the R6550 and the AR15A2 Govt model?
3:37 3:38
Part 1 ~ czcams.com/video/nfq-3CQ_Vuc/video.html&t
This video is Mr.GnG approved... 20" gang!!!
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So I've got a colt le6920 trooper and a colt le6920 that came with the magpul handguard and grip and stock and mbus rear sight. I've looked at a le6920 socom, my question is is the only difference between the standard 6920 and the 6920 socom the barrel profile handguard and h2 buffer. And could I run an h2 buffer in a standard 6920 with and problems. I'm going to try the h2 buffer with the sprinco blue action spring , does anyone have any experience with this. Thanks
I run h2s in 4 of my 223/556 and 2 are carbine, 2 are mid gas with one of those being a low mass bcg adjustable gas setup. never had an issue, only improvement. kinda depends on the barrel gas port size, not sure what colt has those at. the only "colt" ar I have is a rifle setup. (the first one SAS talked about in this vid). It'll probably help, can always change back if not. there is a reason I run them and it's not to brag about them. didn't know they came in the le6920 socom, smart move imo.
Awesome post Bartocci's!!!
Part 1 is the colt ar 15 sporter 1 series evolution I think
I would love to have your colt collection. Most any person would.
So anything with a big pin lower a a cut off bayonet lug is pre 1990 ?
You will find large pin lowers in Sporter series. Colt used up those lowers before they switched to the M16A2 forgings.
@@SmallArmsSolutions My HBAR M16A2 has a flash hider/cut off bayonet lug/ and a big pin lower? It has to be pre 1991 I think? It’s has a regular modern small pin lower with the adapter bushing so I can’t look up the serial number. Any help would be great?
If it says Colt SPORTER HBAR on the side of the reciever and has a compensator with bayonet lug removed it is a pre ban rifle. The post ban Match series all had M16A2 lowers, compensator and no bayonet lug. Your rifle is pre-1994. I would place it in the 1991 time period though due to it being transitional from the standard AR15 A2 lower to the M16A2 lower. The important part is Pre 94, pre assault weapon ban. In some states those are all they can be owned. In most states, the rifle is less desirable due to the larger .170 diameter hammer/trigger pins and no bayonet lug.
@@SmallArmsSolutions thanks
What is the value of a 95% condition green label Colt 6550 without the original box and 1 20 round Colt mag?
Do you still have the rifle?
@@michaelgreen9452 Yes I do!
@Joshua Rowinski awesome!! are you interested in selling it at all?
@@michaelgreen9452 No, but I do have a factory Colt Ar-15 A4 I would sell I got in 2007.
Did you ever see the actual Colt Technical Data Package? Could do a video about it. Seems mythical like the coke cola or kfc recipe being kept in safes.
rtz549 yes an no. That is proprietary information owned by Colt. Their intellectual property.
YES!!!!!!!!!
Do you think Colt will be bringing back the ar 15 to us simpletons??
Why would they? At the price point that Colt's rifles were at there were much better options. The only reason I'd buy a Colt AR-15 is because I want a receiver with that Colt emblem.
@@paladin50554 true I only like colt because of the m4 carbine rollmark
Colt&Glock Collector look up the FNH rifles
Where is the Part One of Colt AR-15A2 SPII and AR-15A2?
The 'Part 1' of the series is this video czcams.com/video/nfq-3CQ_Vuc/video.html
One more comment for the algorithm
Eeeeew, Colt.
1st?