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050806112247 Recreate an American Classic with the Brownells M16A1 Buttstock Assembly, built to accurately replicate the original Stock issued to thousands of American servicemen & women. This Buttstock Assembly is modeled directly off of original stocks, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Combine the M16A1 Buttstock Assembly with the matching Handguard Set & Pistol Grip from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle. The new production buttstock is in the same styling as a "Type D" stock, with a rear sling swivel and no trap door compartment. This model fits the widest variety of early M16 & AR-15 models. Includes A1 length buttstock screw and instructions. Assembly does not include buffer tube or other hardware. Available in several different colors including: Black - Proper for Model 602, XM16E1, M16A1 & later generation rifles introduced after 1963 Green - Proper for early Model 601 rifles, the first AR-15 adopted by the US Air Force in 1959 Brown - Similar to the earliest AR-15 Prototype rifle furniture used in the late 1950s Retro furniture from Brownells is not an exact copy of original components or their construction. Some areas have been changed due to manufacturing methods or to avoid counterfeit concerns.
Free shipping starting at £199.00.
Backorderable, delivery time approx. 4-12 weeks from the USA warehouse.
The Brownells AR-15 Model 601/M16A1 Buttstock Assembly is designed to faithfully replicate the original stock that served countless American servicemen and women. This assembly is crafted from original designs, making it an essential addition for enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Note: Retro furniture from Brownells is not an exact copy of original components or their construction. Some modifications have been made due to manufacturing methods or to mitigate counterfeit concerns.
Combine the M16A1 Buttstock Assembly with the matching Handguard Set and Pistol Grip from Brownells for a complete and authentic furniture set.
Looks good 17/08/2018
I have had this black retro stock a few months and so far no problem on my A1 build. Externally this retro stock is close to an original, and yes internally it is different. I do have an original that I can compare with and this is a good replica externally. Once installed it is solid and no rattle. I use a square shank thick slotted screwdriver, and with the rifle in the vise, and with a wrench, I give the screwdriver an extra twist to tighten the stock screw.. Don't over tighten. Color and finish is a very close match to the original A1 rifle grip, and triangle hand guards. This rifle gets a lot of compliments at the range,
Way better than the negative reviews. 16/06/2018
I was leary because of the 3 star reviews. Quite frankly the poor reviews should not dissuade the buyer who desires a A1 length stock.
Bottom line:
Cost, length and configuration make this an excellent stock.
I am not a retro builder so I did not buy it for that purpose.
The A1 is a shorter stock than the A2, that is why I bought it. If you want a longer stock buy an A2.
The butt stock appearance is no different in quality than the Rock River arms or Colt stocks I have. That being said it is all black and not the gray color of the A2. Fit and finish are good to excellent.
The buffer screw comes with loctite applied which will make installation and turning of the screw difficult. Use the correct screwdriver and you will have no issues. Yes the stock will rattle prior to being tightened down. Once installed no rattle, no loose issues, fitment is on par with any other stock from a manufacture. I am replacing a PRS style stock with this because it is lighter and less expensive.
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