Rare early AR15.

Published on November 10, 2023
Duration: 0:50

This video showcases a rare, mid-1960s AR15, highlighting its lightweight design (approx. 6 lbs), chrome bolt, and absence of forward assist serrations, distinguishing it from later A1 models. It features a lightweight barrel profile, a three-prong flash hider, and an Edgewater buffer system. The presenter debunks the myth that AR15s only entered the US market in 2004, confirming their availability since the 1960s.

Quick Summary

A mid-1960s AR15 is distinguished by its chrome bolt and the absence of forward assist serrations on the bolt carrier, unlike the later A1 model. This early version is also very lightweight, around 6 pounds, and features a three-prong flash hider.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Early AR15
  2. 00:14Technical Features & Weight
  3. 00:25Historical Context & Market Myths
  4. 00:38Shooting & Replicas

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes a mid-1960s AR15 from later models like the A1?

Mid-1960s AR15s typically feature a chrome bolt and lack the forward assist serrations found on the bolt carrier of the later AR15 A1 model. They also often have a lightweight barrel profile.

How much does this early AR15 model weigh?

The early AR15 featured in the video is notably lightweight, weighing approximately 6 pounds. This contributes to its handling characteristics.

When did the AR15 first become available on the US market?

Contrary to some social media claims, the AR15 platform has been available on the US market since the 1960s, not just starting in 2004. This video showcases a mid-1960s example.

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