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Posted: 9/20/2014 5:54:02 PM EDT
Built a retro upper this afternoon with some parts I had been accumulating over the last couple of months. Figured I would post a new thread and throw in some pics of the upper. Inspired by the 605. Threw in the 20" upper as well.
 I've got another retro project in the works and can't wait until it's done! The disease has become irreversible.
Specs: Colt 604 upper 16" Spike's dissipator lightweight barrel John Thomas duckbill 3 prong Slickside BCG (maybe Colt?) NDS charging handle NDS-XM16E1 lower *Terrible photographer. 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:00:15 PM EDT
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 That is one handsome old firearm! There is nothing like an original slabside, incl. the triangular handguards! Cheers, love it, where'd you get the carry-handle upper & the handguards? |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:06:58 PM EDT
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It's very nice, but you gotta chop off that bayonet lug. It looks great but it will look even better with that lug gone. Nice Job
ETA- The 604 is perfect. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:07:44 PM EDT
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That is one handsome old firearm! There is nothing like an original slabside, incl. the triangular handguards! Cheers, love it, where'd you get the carry-handle upper & the handguards? Quote HistoryQuoted:
That is one handsome old firearm! There is nothing like an original slabside, incl. the triangular handguards! Cheers, love it, where'd you get the carry-handle upper & the handguards? The whole rifle in the picture was actually purchased from a local guy a couple of years ago. I believe it's an original Colt 604 upper. The handguards on the 16" upper were purchased off of the ARFCOM equipment exchange (shoutout to boywonder777) as was the 604 receiver (can't remember the guy). |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:08:49 PM EDT
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It's very nice, but you gotta chop off that bayonet lug. It looks great but it will look even better with that lug gone. Nice Job Thanks! Don't worry the bayo lug is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw? 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:09:21 PM EDT
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Quote Historyyou gotta chop off that bayonet lug. !? wha ... you'll feel terrible if he actually does it ... |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:10:37 PM EDT
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Thanks! Don't worry the bayo is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw?
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It's very nice, but you gotta chop off that bayonet lug. It looks great but it will look even better with that lug gone. Nice Job Thanks! Don't worry the bayo is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw?
Dremel with a cutoff wheel then use the orange grinding stone to smooth it out and grind the rest of it flush. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:10:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryDon't worry the bayo is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw? !!! ... Must ... regain .... my sense of humor, or ... SPOCKKKK! ... |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:15:21 PM EDT
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NIce Combo. I have all three types of lowers and a 604 and and 2 603 Uppers. Need to figure out all the combinations that can be made.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:18:45 PM EDT
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NIce Combo. I have all three types of lowers and a 604 and and 2 603 Uppers. Need to figure out all the combinations that can be made. I like the partial fence lower just because of the captive pivot pin. My 601 lower's non-captive pin is a bit of a pain to get out without a bullet tip. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:21:17 PM EDT
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!!! ... Must ... regain .... my sense of humor, or ... SPOCKKKK! ... Quote HistoryQuoted:
Don't worry the bayo is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw? !!! ... Must ... regain .... my sense of humor, or ... SPOCKKKK! ... The 605 IIRC had a rifle length shortened barrel so the bayonet would not work, hence the removal of the lug. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:21:42 PM EDT
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NIce Combo. I have all three types of lowers and a 604 and and 2 603 Uppers. Need to figure out all the combinations that can be made. Look Here |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:27:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThe 605 IIRC had a rifle length shortened barrel so the bayonet would not work, hence the removal of the lug. Aha! Hat-tip, thnx. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:28:15 PM EDT
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The 605 IIRC had a rifle length shortened barrel so the bayonet would not work, hence the removal of the lug. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Don't worry the bayo is coming off. What's the most effective method? Dremel? Hacksaw? !!! ... Must ... regain .... my sense of humor, or ... SPOCKKKK! ... The 605 IIRC had a rifle length shortened barrel so the bayonet would not work, hence the removal of the lug. Same with the majority of the 600 carbines. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:33:11 PM EDT
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* looking at 605 porn ... *
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:35:03 PM EDT
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* looking at 605 porn ... * Careful buddy you could go blind 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:35:57 PM EDT
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* looking at 605 porn ... * It does kinda put a new spin on "You'll shoot your eye out." |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:42:39 PM EDT
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It does kinda put a new spin on "You'll shoot your eye out." Quote HistoryQuoted:
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* looking at 605 porn ... * It does kinda put a new spin on "You'll shoot your eye out." LOL
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Posted: 9/20/2014 6:45:53 PM EDT
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Nice.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 7:24:54 PM EDT
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Very nice, I like it with the 604 upper and slab side carrier.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 11:17:57 PM EDT
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A 605 build is next on my list. I am going to use a 20" barrel, have it cut down to 16", and have the gas port opened up just a bit (.100-.110). I plan on buying one of the M16 parts kits from SG since it has most all of the part I will need. I will need to find a slickside upper and order a NDS-XM16E1 lower. I figure that it will be about July or August before I will be able to finish it. It could be earlier if Mike and Harlan can get me a lower sooner than 9 months from date of order. If anyone has a line on a slickside upper, let me know. I will need a XM Grey flat handguard retaining ring too.
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Posted: 9/21/2014 7:30:04 AM EDT
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A 605 build is next on my list. I am going to use a 20" barrel, have it cut down to 16", and have the gas port opened up just a bit (.100-.110). I plan on buying one of the M16 parts kits from SG since it has most all of the part I will need. I will need to find a slickside upper and order a NDS-XM16E1 lower. I figure that it will be about July or August before I will be able to finish it. It could be earlier if Mike and Harlan can get me a lower sooner than 9 months from date of order. If anyone has a line on a slickside upper, let me know. I will need a XM Grey flat handguard retaining ring too. You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. |
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Posted: 9/21/2014 8:28:41 AM EDT
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You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A 605 build is next on my list. I am going to use a 20" barrel, have it cut down to 16", and have the gas port opened up just a bit (.100-.110). I plan on buying one of the M16 parts kits from SG since it has most all of the part I will need. I will need to find a slickside upper and order a NDS-XM16E1 lower. I figure that it will be about July or August before I will be able to finish it. It could be earlier if Mike and Harlan can get me a lower sooner than 9 months from date of order. If anyone has a line on a slickside upper, let me know. I will need a XM Grey flat handguard retaining ring too. You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. Don't forget to put some money in there too!
His prices are reasonable but your still have to pay him! 
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Posted: 9/21/2014 8:43:00 AM EDT
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Don't forget to put some money in there too!
His prices are reasonable but your still have to pay him! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A 605 build is next on my list. I am going to use a 20" barrel, have it cut down to 16", and have the gas port opened up just a bit (.100-.110). I plan on buying one of the M16 parts kits from SG since it has most all of the part I will need. I will need to find a slickside upper and order a NDS-XM16E1 lower. I figure that it will be about July or August before I will be able to finish it. It could be earlier if Mike and Harlan can get me a lower sooner than 9 months from date of order. If anyone has a line on a slickside upper, let me know. I will need a XM Grey flat handguard retaining ring too. You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. Don't forget to put some money in there too!
His prices are reasonable but your still have to pay him! I didn't think I had to explain that part.
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Posted: 9/21/2014 9:43:28 AM EDT
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Nice pair!
JT will be test firing my 605 upper this week. If everything goes as planed, I should have it back in my hands by the end of the week. JT is a great guy who takes pride in his business. Because of this, he goes above and beyond on his customer service. I'll be posting a thread with pictures as soon as I get it together. I have all the parts ready and waiting... |
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Posted: 9/21/2014 11:03:13 AM EDT
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You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A 605 build is next on my list. I am going to use a 20" barrel, have it cut down to 16", and have the gas port opened up just a bit (.100-.110). I plan on buying one of the M16 parts kits from SG since it has most all of the part I will need. I will need to find a slickside upper and order a NDS-XM16E1 lower. I figure that it will be about July or August before I will be able to finish it. It could be earlier if Mike and Harlan can get me a lower sooner than 9 months from date of order. If anyone has a line on a slickside upper, let me know. I will need a XM Grey flat handguard retaining ring too. You have a good plan but the barrels are actually shorter than 16" long, hence the pin/weld 3-prongs. If your sending it out JT knows what to do, all you have to do is write 605 on a piece of paper, anything else you want done and put it in the box with the barrel. Thanks for the info. |
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