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Posted: 4/12/2017 10:16:39 PM EDT
After waiting months for the AR15 A4 rifles to be back in stock I pulled the trigger and bought one today.
The barrel date stamped 03/17 and the QR code inside the box is dated 03/20/2017 and the label QR code is dated 03/28/2017. The FSB is clearly stamped F on the mag fence side, 1/7 twist barrel, C marked BCG and blued triangular end cap. The lower is QR code etched, ambidextrous selector and plastic door with metal lock pin. The QR Code on the box label is dated 03/28/2017 and QR code inside the box is 03/20/2017 so it was built sometime in March 2017 I swapped out some oem parts for Magpul parts that I already had on hand. Can hardly wait to try it out it's my first new 20" rifle in 8 years since my MT6700. 
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Posted: 4/13/2017 12:04:16 PM EDT
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Nice!
By the the dates you gave this must be their third batch. |
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Posted: 4/13/2017 3:26:00 PM EDT
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That Magpul aftermarket handguard doesn't look bad at all. kinda like it.
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Posted: 4/13/2017 9:32:08 PM EDT
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The Magpul hand guards do a great job insulating the barrel heat.
Colt should pay more attention to the rifle market not many will buy the reissued M16 A1 but people are buying AR-15 A4 rifles. Sunday when I ordered this rifle I checked gundeals.com and it showed 15 dealers who had this rifle in stock today there is just 1. Just a thought but Colt if you want to make some money maybe you should manufacture more AR-15 A4 rifles.
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Posted: 4/13/2017 10:46:50 PM EDT
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Does it have a polished blue end cap?
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Posted: 4/14/2017 3:49:51 AM EDT
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did it come with the hat?
I bought one from a LGS last December...I really think I like shooting the 20" rifle more than my carbine. GT distributors finally got around to calling me about my A4 I had backordered with them since last March or April...appreciate the call..but thats one hell of a wait lol. |
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Posted: 4/14/2017 9:42:00 AM EDT
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Yes it does have the shiny triangular cap but the Magpul hand guards take care of that. lol
That's ridiculous to have one on order for a year, I've been looking for them for several months myself. I was almost going to buy the FN and then I found some dealers with the AR-15 A4 in stock again. Colt needs to ramp up on manufacturing these rifles...this is easy money for them. |
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Posted: 4/14/2017 9:43:43 AM EDT
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The cap was from a rebate Colt had awhile ago...it's just seasoned now.
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Posted: 4/14/2017 11:24:05 AM EDT
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As good as the A4 is for Colt, the Expanse is the money maker....I had written about how the sales in the Expanse are smoking previous sales in the 6920. Its all about putting resources where they will benefit you the most. I agree, with a bit of marketing, they could do a great business with the A4. I am possibly looking for a sister or brother to accompany the one I have.
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Posted: 4/14/2017 6:34:31 PM EDT
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Sorry OP, deleted to prevent a hijacking.
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Posted: 4/14/2017 11:49:23 PM EDT
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Lucky you; congrats on the new pony in the stable
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Posted: 4/15/2017 10:00:36 AM EDT
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Sweet op.
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Posted: 4/15/2017 10:07:24 PM EDT
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Took it out today and it did great I shot 320 rounds without issue.
At 25 yards it only took 4 clicks of left windage to get it in the bulls eye. |
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Posted: 4/16/2017 9:02:04 AM EDT
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Took it out today and it did great I shot 320 rounds without issue. At 25 yards it only took 4 clicks of left windage to get it in the bulls eye. |
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Posted: 4/16/2017 1:15:34 PM EDT
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I used Federal XM193 55 gr FMJ.
Here is a video that my wife took when I was shooting a steel silhouette @ 100 yards. Shooting steel silhouettes is a blast...my M1 Garand really makes it ring.
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Posted: 4/18/2017 12:38:02 PM EDT
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OP inspired me to grab my own, yesterday.
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Posted: 4/18/2017 6:09:57 PM EDT
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Good job you won't regret it
What does your serial start with? I am CAR166xx |
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Posted: 4/18/2017 7:19:21 PM EDT
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CAR016xxx
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Posted: 4/18/2017 10:55:30 PM EDT
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Good job you won't regret it
What does your serial start with? I am CAR166xx |
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Posted: 4/18/2017 11:06:08 PM EDT
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Are both of your guys barrels properly marked? There were some that left the shop with a 1:9 marking rather than the 1:7. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 12:02:50 AM EDT
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Mine is marked 1/7. Full marking is C MP 5.56 NATO 1/7
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Posted: 4/19/2017 12:32:19 AM EDT
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Mine is one of the marked 1:9
I go back and fourth if I should send it in or not My thought is I never plan on selling so I might as well keep it as is and maybe one day it will be worth a few extra dollars |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 12:53:26 AM EDT
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Can I derail the thread a second?
Are these colts held in as high of a regard as the 20" bcm's Here ? This colt is new to me, and I like it. Accuracy and durability all going to be good, any benefits of one vs the other?! I really really like the idea of the colt being factory built and turn key. That's a nice gun |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 6:17:50 AM EDT
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Can I derail the thread a second? Are these colts held in as high of a regard as the 20" bcm's Here ? This colt is new to me, and I like it. Accuracy and durability all going to be good, any benefits of one vs the other?! I really really like the idea of the colt being factory built and turn key. That's a nice gun I think the Colt is a better value and mostly based on personal preference. You buy what you know. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 11:09:52 AM EDT
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Mine is marked 1/7. Full marking is C MP 5.56 NATO 1/7 |
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Posted: 4/20/2017 6:14:35 AM EDT
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Can I derail the thread a second? Are these colts held in as high of a regard as the 20" bcm's Here ? This colt is new to me, and I like it. Accuracy and durability all going to be good, any benefits of one vs the other?! I really really like the idea of the colt being factory built and turn key. That's a nice gun The BCM upper is an excellent deal. If you already have a lower, BCG ect., and plan to install KAC rails for authenticity, you cannot go wrong with the BCM upper. But, if you are piecing together the A4 build from scratch, and concerned about long term value, the Colt factory rifle is a no-brainer. |
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Posted: 4/20/2017 4:30:27 PM EDT
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The Colt A4 rifles are now a solid value, now that the rifle is actually tangible and prices have dropped. I'm a built it myself kinda' guy, but the A4 is a hell of a rifle for the $$, if the configuration is your goal. The BCM upper is an excellent deal. If you already have a lower, BCG ect., and plan to install KAC rails for authenticity, you cannot go wrong with the BCM upper. But, if you are piecing together the A4 build from scratch, and concerned about long term value, the Colt factory rifle is a no-brainer. |
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Posted: 4/21/2017 3:02:04 AM EDT
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Awesome looking gun OP!!!
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Posted: 4/21/2017 6:36:01 PM EDT
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FYI looks like Grabagun has AR15A4's coming in and out of stock. Anyone looking for one should get on the notify list when back in stock:
http://grabagun.com/colt-ar15a4-ar15-carbine.html (note link says carbine but it is the rifle...) |
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Posted: 4/22/2017 12:34:20 AM EDT
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The Colt A4 rifles are now a solid value, now that the rifle is actually tangible and prices have dropped. I'm a built it myself kinda' guy, but the A4 is a hell of a rifle for the $$, if the configuration is your goal. The BCM upper is an excellent deal. If you already have a lower, BCG ect., and plan to install KAC rails for authenticity, you cannot go wrong with the BCM upper. But, if you are piecing together the A4 build from scratch, and concerned about long term value, the Colt factory rifle is a no-brainer. |
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Posted: 4/22/2017 8:09:05 AM EDT
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That's solid information. I have a lower, and a larue 12", but I think I'll end up doing this colt. It looks like a great value on a turn key gun. I have lots of high end equipped frankenguns, so maybe a factory complete 20" would be good for me There ar quite a few on Gunbroker lately.... and they are selling for reasonable prices. If you cannot find one in stock locally, this could be a good place to look. This wasn't the case a year ago, when these files were fetching up to $1500 at auction. |
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Posted: 4/22/2017 5:40:11 PM EDT
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It is a good call. There ar quite a few on Gunbroker lately.... and they are selling for reasonable prices. If you cannot find one in stock locally, this could be a good place to look. This wasn't the case a year ago, when these files were fetching up to $1500 at auction. |
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Posted: 4/25/2017 10:35:16 AM EDT
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My only complaint with the AR-15 A4 so far is the tight mag well. Even my Colt 20/30 round mags don't drop free.
I guess in time it will break in and wear some of the finish off inside the mag well. |
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Posted: 4/25/2017 12:18:12 PM EDT
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My only complaint with the AR-15 A4 so far is the tight mag well. Even my Colt 20/30 round mags don't drop free. I guess in time it will break in and wear some of the finish off inside the mag well. |
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Posted: 4/26/2017 10:28:27 AM EDT
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Congratulations! I need to stop procrastinating and add a AR15A4 into the fold.
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Posted: 4/26/2017 2:01:00 PM EDT
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Congratulations! I need to stop procrastinating and add a AR15A4 into the fold. |
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Posted: 5/9/2017 10:33:11 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/1/2017 4:05:25 PM EDT
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Congratulations! I need to stop procrastinating and add a AR15A4 into the fold. 
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Posted: 8/1/2017 4:24:29 PM EDT
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Mission accomplished! Adding to the collection as well. |
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Posted: 8/1/2017 4:49:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryHell yes! I scratched mine as well, it's a sweet rifle.
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Posted: 8/1/2017 5:14:12 PM EDT
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Are these shipping out with the Lightweight markings on the lower now like the above pic ?
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Posted: 8/1/2017 9:14:25 PM EDT
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Are these shipping out with the Lightweight markings on the lower now like the above pic ? |
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Posted: 8/1/2017 9:24:28 PM EDT
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It seems you never know what you're going to get with Colt these days. It looks like they used 6720 lowers.  "hell it says A4 on it" -Colt assembley line worker.
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Posted: 8/2/2017 6:27:29 AM EDT
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It seems you never know what you're going to get with Colt these days. It looks like they used 6720 lowers. "hell it says A4 on it" -Colt assembley line worker.
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Posted: 8/2/2017 8:02:05 AM EDT
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Didn't the original pictures Colt released way back before they started shipping show a lightweight lower? Maybe Cartel- got "the one". |
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Posted: 8/2/2017 8:05:17 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/2/2017 12:09:46 PM EDT
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You have been on a tear lately....good job! Adding to the collection as well. Quote HistoryQuoted:
You have been on a tear lately....good job! Adding to the collection as well. No collection is complete without one. As for my next purchase, I am eyeing either SP1 or the newly released 14.5" PW 6920 SOCOM. Quoted:
Hell yes! I scratched mine as well, it's a sweet rifle. Quoted:
Are these shipping out with the Lightweight markings on the lower now like the above pic ? |
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Posted: 8/2/2017 2:31:19 PM EDT
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That would be a tough decision for me with the shipping hassle and long turnaround and all...On the other hand if it doesn't bother you ,ask Colt to put in writing that it shipped from the Factory that way so it doesn't devalue it down the road if you want to sell it
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Posted: 8/2/2017 2:39:10 PM EDT
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I officially have the bug! No collection is complete without one. As for my next purchase, I am eyeing either SP1 or the newly released 14.5" PW 6920 SOCOM. I absolutely love it! I spoke with a Colt Customer service representative this morning and he confirmed that it was a factory error. I have the option of sending my rifle back or keeping it as is. What should I do? ETA: I'd damn sure take it out and shoot it a bit to tide you over until it's back. But be nice and clean it afterwards... 
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Posted: 8/2/2017 6:35:08 PM EDT
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I officially have the bug! No collection is complete without one. As for my next purchase, I am eyeing either SP1 or the newly released 14.5" PW 6920 SOCOM. I absolutely love it! I spoke with a Colt Customer service representative this morning and he confirmed that it was a factory error. I have the option of sending my rifle back or keeping it as is. What should I do? Will it ever be worth more probably not. If I received yours I'd send it back. It's not really an error in the sense that it was mismarked. Someone just used the wrong lower. I think that would even be less likely to be worth any more. |
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Posted: 8/2/2017 6:44:02 PM EDT
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You're one of the beautiful ppl now
Ride home pic 
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