Quick Look at Some Colt Police Surplus LEO M4 Kits

Published on May 22, 2025
Duration: 3:01

This video provides a quick look at Colt Military and Police surplus parts kits, including M16A1, M4, and Commando models. It highlights features like Vietnam-era triangular handguards, different barrel lengths, and torch-cut receiver sections with original Colt markings. The presenter notes that these kits are often demilled by law enforcement agencies and are suitable for building authentic-looking rifles or for collectors, emphasizing the need to be aware of NFA regulations for short-barreled rifle configurations.

Quick Summary

Colt Military and Police surplus parts kits, including M16A1, M4, Commando, and M16A2 models, are featured. These kits often lack barrels due to import regulations and have receivers demilled by law enforcement. Building an SBR from a kit requires NFA compliance.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction to Atlantic Firearms
  2. 00:10Colt Military and Police Surplus Parts Kits
  3. 00:26M16A1 Kit Overview
  4. 00:36M16A1 Barrel Length
  5. 00:47Condition of Surplus Kits
  6. 01:06Torch Cut Receiver Section
  7. 01:15LEO Sourced Kits
  8. 01:25Receiver Demilling Process
  9. 01:34M4 Kit (14.5 inch)
  10. 01:42Commando Model (12-inch Barrel)
  11. 01:48NFA Regulations for SBRs
  12. 02:09M16A2 Kit (14.5 inch)
  13. 02:25Receiver Markings
  14. 02:36Collector Appeal
  15. 02:46Part of History
  16. 02:50Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of Colt surplus parts kits are featured in the video?

The video showcases Colt Military and Police surplus parts kits, specifically mentioning the M16A1 kit with a Vietnam-era triangular handguard, a 14.5-inch M4 kit, a Commando model with a 12-inch barrel, and an M16A2 kit.

Why are barrels often missing from imported surplus firearm kits?

Imported surplus firearm kits frequently have their barrels removed due to regulations governing the importation of firearms and firearm parts. This is a common practice to comply with import laws.

What are the NFA implications of using a short barrel from a surplus kit?

Using a barrel shorter than 16 inches, like the 12-inch Commando barrel, to build a rifle creates a short-barreled rifle (SBR). SBRs are regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA) and require specific federal paperwork, registration, and a tax stamp.

How are these surplus kits typically demilitarized?

These surplus parts kits are often demilitarized by law enforcement agencies before being sold. The common method involves removing and cutting out the receiver, meaning the complete receiver is usually not included in the kit.

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