New Colt Retro(s) Soon ... ???

[SteyrAUG]

There is no telling what is real Colt parts and what is not on these Reissues.

I understand that, especially since they are partnered with US Ordnance. My concern is that any US Ordnance parts, or parts that may come from other manufacturers are the same quality as Colt. I might pay the price for a high grade XM177 reproduction that is actually associated with Colt, but if it's loaded with goober quality parts I'll save my money.

[Renegade04]

I understand that, especially since they are partnered with US Ordnance. My concern is that any US Ordnance parts, or parts that may come from other manufacturers are the same quality as Colt. I might pay the price for a high grade XM177 reproduction that is actually associated with Colt, but if it's loaded with goober quality parts I'll save my money.

I would not wait to see if there is an "high grade" XM177 associated with Colt. I would also not rely on the Colt name. Most parts these days are manufactured by several companies that also are contracted to those who are producing military M16s, M4s, and M4A1s. If you are considering buying an XM177 reproduction, Troy has very nice XM177E2 and GAU-5/A/A clones that have been very well received from those who own them and have tested them. Colt is not into the reproduction game as evidenced by them farming out the M16A1 Reissue to US Ordnance. It was originally farmed out to US Armament, but they had to have the project re-routed since they could not devote the time and resources to the program. It is highly unlikely that the general public will know exactly what parts are used for these rifles. Only those who buy them will be able to see first hand what is there. Colt is not the only game in town and has not been for many years now. Troy Industries has done their homework on the line of reproductions they are putting out. They have paid attention to detail. They are also very reasonably priced, unlike Colt. Take a look at the Troy carbines and rifles.

https://myservicerifle.com/troy-xm177e2/

They do not have a M16A1 reproduction at this time. Here are two other models that they will be introducing.

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2...sfod-d-ar-15s/

[kaltesherz]

I've been holding out for Troy to come out with an M16A1 repro since they seem to be on point for both quality and price point. It's the last AR I want in my collection.

[GRA556]

I've been holding out for Troy to come out with an M16A1 repro since they seem to be on point for both quality and price point. It's the last AR I want in my collection.

Same here. I would LOVE to see this happen even though I've already done a basic retro M16A1 and XM177E. I think the major problem is the furniture. If someone would reproduce the triangular handguards and A1 grip in Q-U-A-L-I-T-Y work I'm sure more retros will come out. It's just going to take time.

[Renegade04]

Same here. I would LOVE to see this happen even though I've already done a basic retro M16A1 and XM177E. I think the major problem is the furniture. If someone would reproduce the triangular handguards and A1 grip in Q-U-A-L-I-T-Y work I'm sure more retros will come out. It's just going to take time.

Brownells is currently testing their new A1 furniture. I read that they may have everything ready for release later this year. The stock that I have seen is a D type. I am not sure if they are producing the E type or not, but I would think so.

[GRA556]

Brownells is currently testing their new A1 furniture. I read that they may have everything ready for release later this year.

Yes that's good to hear. I just wonder how expensive they will be?

[Renegade04]

Yes that's good to hear. I just wonder how expensive they will be?

I would suspect that we should probably know in 2-3 months.

[GRA556]

I would suspect that we should probably know in 2-3 months.

Suggestion: Why don't you call them and see if they will send you some demos to try in the field? You could give us and them some feedback on them and they could get free field testing done in the hotter southern climates.

[kaltesherz]

This gives me a lot of hope- then again if Troy could get someone to make XM177 and GAU/5 stocks again they certainly could get someone to make A1 handguards.

Let's hope they can pull this off sooner than later before my state passes an AWB.

[Renegade04]

Suggestion: Why don't you call them and see if they will send you some demos to try in the field? You could give us and them some feedback on them and they could get free field testing done in the hotter southern climates.

Not a bad idea.