*SOLD* Colt AR-15 A2 .223 Rem. (5.56mm) Black 16" *RARE PRE-BAN GREEN LABEL MODEL*

Bryant Ridge's Anaylsis:

The Colt AR-15 A2 Government Carbine (Model R6520) is a classic and historically significant carbine that reflects the transitional design period of the late 1980s and early 1990s in American firearms development. Chambered in .223 Remington (5.56mm NATO), this semi-automatic rifle is a civilian and law enforcement counterpart to the U.S. military's M16A2, incorporating many of the same features that were standardized by the Army in the mid-1980s. The carbine features a 16-inch chrome-lined barrel with a 1:7-inch twist, optimized for stabilizing the heavier M855 ammunition. The barrel also includes an A2-style flash hider, bayonet lug, and short carbine-length handguards, offering a compact and maneuverable platform suitable for both range use and defensive applications.
 
This model showcases the hallmark "A2" upgrades, such as the forward assist, brass deflector, and fixed carry handle with a rear sight adjustable out to 800 meters, providing improved utility and ruggedness over earlier AR-15 designs. The lower receiver retains the flat-sided commercial configuration and is equipped with a two-position collapsible synthetic buttstock, maintaining the lightweight and adaptable nature that defines the AR platform. The Colt AR-15 A2 Government Carbine became a staple offering from Colt in the years leading up to the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban, valued for its military-style features in a semi-automatic format. Today, it is recognized not only for its historical place in the evolution of the AR-15 platform but also for its reliability, simplicity, and faithful adherence to the military’s proven A2 design philosophy.

Specifications:

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: AR-15 A2 Government Carbine (R6520)
Serial: GC007880
Date of Manufacture: 1988-1994
Caliber: .223 Remington (5.56mm)
Finish: Black 
Barrel Length: 16" with A2 Style Flash Hder, Bayonet Lug and 1:7" Twist 
Optics/Sights: A2 Style Front and 800 Meter Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Two-Position Collapsible Buttstock 
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard

Jul 4th 2025 Bryant Ridge

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