Videos tagged with Colt SP-1

This video debunks the common myth of the AK-47 being inherently inaccurate compared to the M16. Through controlled testing and analysis of archival footage, the host demonstrates that the mechanical accuracy of both platforms is far closer than popularly believed. The M16 platform, represented by a Colt SP-1, achieved 3.1 MOA, while a Polytech AK-47S (Type 56 clone) achieved 3.4 MOA, and even 2.4 MOA with optimization. The host, exhibiting high authority, uses technical data and MOA measurements to present a compelling case against the long-standing AK inaccuracy narrative.

This guide details the examination of a 1967 Colt SP-1 AR-15, focusing on its eligibility for Curio & Relic (C&R) status under US federal law. It covers identifying key markings, receiver features, barrel stamps, bolt carrier characteristics, and buffer systems, providing insights into the evolution from the M16. The information is presented with the authority of a firearm historian, highlighting specific technical details relevant to collectors and legal status.