firearmslawyer
06-08-11, 15:08
Howdy folks:
My dad recently indicated he was interested in getting an AR like the one he carried in the Army during some of his two tours back in '67-'68. I want to surprise him and find and buy the rifle (a non-NFA version) and have it shipped to an FFL near him in North Dakota to do the transfer. So.... I need the help of the experts.
Here is what I know and have been able to subtly find out from asking him about what he remembers. I asked about what flash hider his rifle had and he said it was able to cut wire if you needed and he thought that was neat so I am thinking he is referring to the three prong flash hider. I have poked around online and the SP-1 looks like these had the bird cage flash hider. I want to do it right but am not sure what to do. I found online references to a Colt 604 with the three prong flash hider but apparently that was for the Air Force, not the Army. So now I don't have a clue what to hunt for on Gunbroker.
I have pics of him with his M79 and M60 and M14 over there but not with his Black Rifle so I have not that much to go on. Looking to set it up with correct bayonet and sling, ammo pouches, etc. if possible so any guidance on that would be great. Thanks for helping me put this surprise together for him. He is a great guy who volunteers countless hours helping vets deal with the VA and I want to show him how appreciated he is with this surprise. Any help and guidance DEEPLY appreciated guys!
My dad recently indicated he was interested in getting an AR like the one he carried in the Army during some of his two tours back in '67-'68. I want to surprise him and find and buy the rifle (a non-NFA version) and have it shipped to an FFL near him in North Dakota to do the transfer. So.... I need the help of the experts.
Here is what I know and have been able to subtly find out from asking him about what he remembers. I asked about what flash hider his rifle had and he said it was able to cut wire if you needed and he thought that was neat so I am thinking he is referring to the three prong flash hider. I have poked around online and the SP-1 looks like these had the bird cage flash hider. I want to do it right but am not sure what to do. I found online references to a Colt 604 with the three prong flash hider but apparently that was for the Air Force, not the Army. So now I don't have a clue what to hunt for on Gunbroker.
I have pics of him with his M79 and M60 and M14 over there but not with his Black Rifle so I have not that much to go on. Looking to set it up with correct bayonet and sling, ammo pouches, etc. if possible so any guidance on that would be great. Thanks for helping me put this surprise together for him. He is a great guy who volunteers countless hours helping vets deal with the VA and I want to show him how appreciated he is with this surprise. Any help and guidance DEEPLY appreciated guys!