Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this sought after semi-automatic rifle today for a penny-start auction, this is the Fabrique Nationale FNC Sporter Paratrooper!
The FNC Sporter represents a semi-automatic only version that was manufactured for commercial sales during the 1980s before the ban. It saw limited importation into the United States until 1987 when production ceased. This specific variant is a rare pre-ban paratrooper model, greatly coveted by both gun collectors and enthusiasts alike.
*According to owner...this item is new-old-stock and never been fired!
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The FNC Sporter represents a semi-automatic only version that was manufactured for commercial sales during the 1980s before the ban. It saw limited importation into the United States until 1987 when production ceased. This specific variant is a rare pre-ban paratrooper model, greatly coveted by both gun collectors and enthusiasts alike.
*According to owner...this item is new-old-stock and never been fired!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale (FN)
Model: FNC Sporter Paratrooper
Serial: FN038162
Caliber: 5.56 Nato / .223 Remington
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 18 1/2" Barrel with Muzzle Brake
Optics/Sights: Winged Protected Post Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Side-Folding Buttstock with Smooth Polymer Pistol Grip and Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The FN Model FNC was developed between 1975 and 1977 for the NATO standardization trials for a .223/5.56 caliber rifle. The select-fire design was based on the Model 76 and the FN CAL rifle and was initially rushed into development, leading to some issues surfacing during the NATO trials. Ultimately, it was withdrawn from consideration until it could be perfected with the proper time given for its development. In 1986, the final version of the FNC was accepted by Sweden as their main battle rifle, and in 1989, the design was adopted by the Belgian Armed Forces as the successor to the legendary FAL rifle. It was a very reliable and well-made weapon system that incorporated an adjustable 2-position gas system as well as an integrated grenade launching front-sight that cuts off the gas system when flipped up.
FN decided to market a semi-automatic-only version for commercial sales in the 1980s, and small numbers were imported into the United States until 1987, when it was discontinued. There were two models offered with either a 16" or 18.5" inch barrel; a fixed stock Light Battle Rifle, and a Paratrooper Model with a folding stock.
Contents:
This example will ship with one magazine and a manual!
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: FNC Sporter Paratrooper
Serial: FN038162
Caliber: 5.56 Nato / .223 Remington
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 18 1/2" Barrel with Muzzle Brake
Optics/Sights: Winged Protected Post Front with Adjustable Aperture Rear
Stock/Grips: Side-Folding Buttstock with Smooth Polymer Pistol Grip and Handguard
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The FN Model FNC was developed between 1975 and 1977 for the NATO standardization trials for a .223/5.56 caliber rifle. The select-fire design was based on the Model 76 and the FN CAL rifle and was initially rushed into development, leading to some issues surfacing during the NATO trials. Ultimately, it was withdrawn from consideration until it could be perfected with the proper time given for its development. In 1986, the final version of the FNC was accepted by Sweden as their main battle rifle, and in 1989, the design was adopted by the Belgian Armed Forces as the successor to the legendary FAL rifle. It was a very reliable and well-made weapon system that incorporated an adjustable 2-position gas system as well as an integrated grenade launching front-sight that cuts off the gas system when flipped up.
FN decided to market a semi-automatic-only version for commercial sales in the 1980s, and small numbers were imported into the United States until 1987, when it was discontinued. There were two models offered with either a 16" or 18.5" inch barrel; a fixed stock Light Battle Rifle, and a Paratrooper Model with a folding stock.
Contents:
This example will ship with one magazine and a manual!
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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