Originally Posted by
TF82
Unless it's banned by name I would say you need to look at a Colt 6721. I don't know if flash hiders and bayonet lugs are too scary for MD but if not the uppers turn up on Gunbroker from guys parting out Colt rifles. Obviously before you buy anything from there you need to do you're due diligence. Plenty of retailers seem to have complete rifles for around $1k right now.
I have an old one with the large pin fire control group and the half circle bolt carrier and it's still a pretty solid rifle. On the other hand, other than the 1/9 twist HBAR the new ones are exactly the same as the 6720, so even better.
ETA: I just took a look at mine and the barrel is actually marked HBAR. I've seen them for sale parted out before too, so if you're looking to build that could be an option. Those barrels also have a reputation for great accuracy with the right ammo.
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