Description
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Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this DISCONTINUED semi-automatic rifle today for a penny-start auction; this is the Brownells BRN-10A!
The Brownells BRN-10 was a limited-production rifle designed to replicate the original 1950s Armalite AR-10, complete with historically accurate features like the trigger-style charging handle, slick-side upper, and retro furniture. Built with proprietary components to preserve authenticity, the BRN-10 stood apart from modern AR-10s. Due to its niche appeal and the complexity of producing non-standard parts, Brownells eventually discontinued the model, making surviving examples increasingly hard to find and highly collectible among retro rifle enthusiasts.
The owner states that this example remains NEW OLD STOCK, and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Brownells
Model: BRN-10B
Serial: BRN-10-00455
Date of Manufacture: 2018-2021
Caliber: 7.62x51mm
Finish: Black Nitride
Barrel Length: 20" Pencil Barrel w/ Birdcage Style Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: Carry Handle w/ Adjustable Wheel Peep Hole Rear and A1 Fixed Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Black Furniture w/ Fixed A1 Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Brownells BRN-10 was introduced as part of the company’s Retro Rifle line, aiming to recreate one of the most historically significant yet underappreciated battle rifle designs, the original Armalite AR-10 from the 1950s. Originally designed by Eugene Stoner, the AR-10 was a revolutionary lightweight .308-caliber rifle that featured advanced materials like aluminum and fiberglass and introduced the now-familiar inline design and direct impingement gas system. Although the AR-10 lost out to the M14 in U.S. military trials, it went on to be licensed by the Dutch firm Artillerie-Inrichtingen and influenced nearly every modern rifle that followed, including the AR-15 and M16 platforms. The BRN-10 sought to pay homage to this legacy by offering a faithful reproduction of the early “Hollywood” AR-10 models. What made the BRN-10 so unique was its commitment to historical detail. Brownells engineered the BRN-10 with a trigger-style charging handle mounted inside the carry handle, a slick-side upper receiver without a forward assist, and classic brown polymer furniture designed to emulate the original Bakelite stocks. Even the flash hider, barrel profile, and handguard venting mirrored the earliest Armalite designs. To achieve this authenticity, Brownells had to manufacture proprietary parts that were not compatible with standard AR-10 or AR-15 components, which added to the complexity and cost of the build. This made the BRN-10 not just a functional firearm, but a collector-grade tribute to one of the most important rifles in modern military history. Due to its niche appeal and the challenges of producing such a specialized rifle, Brownells eventually discontinued the BRN-10 after a limited production run. Its short time on the market, combined with its historical accuracy and high-quality construction, has made it a highly sought-after piece among collectors, retro rifle enthusiasts, and those who appreciate the lineage of the AR platform. Today, the BRN-10 stands as one of the most faithful and detailed reproductions of the original AR-10 ever offered to the public, preserving the legacy of Eugene Stoner’s groundbreaking design in a form that few modern rifles can match.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: BRN-10B
Serial: BRN-10-00455
Date of Manufacture: 2018-2021
Caliber: 7.62x51mm
Finish: Black Nitride
Barrel Length: 20" Pencil Barrel w/ Birdcage Style Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: Carry Handle w/ Adjustable Wheel Peep Hole Rear and A1 Fixed Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Black Furniture w/ Fixed A1 Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Brownells BRN-10 was introduced as part of the company’s Retro Rifle line, aiming to recreate one of the most historically significant yet underappreciated battle rifle designs, the original Armalite AR-10 from the 1950s. Originally designed by Eugene Stoner, the AR-10 was a revolutionary lightweight .308-caliber rifle that featured advanced materials like aluminum and fiberglass and introduced the now-familiar inline design and direct impingement gas system. Although the AR-10 lost out to the M14 in U.S. military trials, it went on to be licensed by the Dutch firm Artillerie-Inrichtingen and influenced nearly every modern rifle that followed, including the AR-15 and M16 platforms. The BRN-10 sought to pay homage to this legacy by offering a faithful reproduction of the early “Hollywood” AR-10 models. What made the BRN-10 so unique was its commitment to historical detail. Brownells engineered the BRN-10 with a trigger-style charging handle mounted inside the carry handle, a slick-side upper receiver without a forward assist, and classic brown polymer furniture designed to emulate the original Bakelite stocks. Even the flash hider, barrel profile, and handguard venting mirrored the earliest Armalite designs. To achieve this authenticity, Brownells had to manufacture proprietary parts that were not compatible with standard AR-10 or AR-15 components, which added to the complexity and cost of the build. This made the BRN-10 not just a functional firearm, but a collector-grade tribute to one of the most important rifles in modern military history. Due to its niche appeal and the challenges of producing such a specialized rifle, Brownells eventually discontinued the BRN-10 after a limited production run. Its short time on the market, combined with its historical accuracy and high-quality construction, has made it a highly sought-after piece among collectors, retro rifle enthusiasts, and those who appreciate the lineage of the AR platform. Today, the BRN-10 stands as one of the most faithful and detailed reproductions of the original AR-10 ever offered to the public, preserving the legacy of Eugene Stoner’s groundbreaking design in a form that few modern rifles can match.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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