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    H&R reweld M16

    I am looking at an H&R M16 that is a reweld. I have found two threads on TOS. One dates 2006, the other is 2011.
    At first I was leery since it is a reweld. I understand the rewelds are the least desirable M16 lowers. I haven’t seen it but trust the dealer that has it. Are problems arising with rewelds, long term? What’s the chances of this receiver breaking? Can they even be legally repaired if need be? I would “think” it would be just fine, and the more I looked into this, the more I discovered rewelds are “common” for transferable machine guns. I hate to shell out more for a NIB colt since I will be shooting this regularly and it will not be a safe Queen. Thoughts?

    What’s a fair price on this in today’s market?
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    In 2014, a RDS and a WML are pretty much mandatory for a defensive long-gun.

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    Generally if done correctly you shouldn't have any issues.

    I still wonder after 4 decades in the biz, why most continue to refer to this type of receiver as a "re-weld' when it was never "welded" in the first place.

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    I think the answer to your question depends on the quality of the work. When the parts were welded back together, a new firearms was created. You'll be able to have it repaired like any other. I wouldn't pay a premium just because it says H&R. Personally, I'd price it on par with the other various non-Colt receivers, perhaps a bit less. I'm thinking $20k tops. You can get an M16A1 for around $25k and an M16A2 for around $30k. What's the seller asking for it? Can you see the weld marks? Is it painted or anodized?
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    The dealer wants almost 20k for it which I think is high, but over the last few months, colts have increased in price to almost 30k and I can’t find any in stock. They are selling fast. At this point I don’t know if I should wait until Colts are more regularly available.
    Bret, to answer your questions, I have no clue. I haven’t seen it. Haven’t even seen pictures.
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    In 2014, a RDS and a WML are pretty much mandatory for a defensive long-gun.

    Lights are way easier to fire up than NODs when rolling out of bed.

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    You should have your balls removed for posting such stupidity. This is not the other site...

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    Who did the reweld?

    If it is John Norell you are G2G!

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    Quote Originally Posted by juliet9 View Post
    Generally if done correctly you shouldn't have any issues.

    I still wonder after 4 decades in the biz, why most continue to refer to this type of receiver as a "re-weld' when it was never "welded" in the first place.
    The term is a carry over from all the M-14 and similar "dewats" that were welded and registered.
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    I am not sure who did the “re-weld” but there are too many variables and un answered questions, so for that reason, I’m out. I figure things will settle back down and I’ll be able to find a Colt M16 in the future. In the last several months transferable‘s have been flying off the shelves. I’m not going to buy something subpar and pay to high of a price for it.
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    In 2014, a RDS and a WML are pretty much mandatory for a defensive long-gun.

    Lights are way easier to fire up than NODs when rolling out of bed.

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    You should have your balls removed for posting such stupidity. This is not the other site...

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    I think you've made the wise decision. Know what you want, study the market, have the money and be prepared to jump immediately when you find it at the right price.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ace4059 View Post
    I am not sure who did the “re-weld” but there are too many variables and un answered questions, so for that reason, I’m out. I figure things will settle back down and I’ll be able to find a Colt M16 in the future. In the last several months transferable‘s have been flying off the shelves. I’m not going to buy something subpar and pay to high of a price for it.
    Generally NFA isn't subject to panic buying and the only thing that makes for radical price increases is some new technology like "Lage uppers" that make a formerly obsolete model suddenly viable. For all the M-16s currently flying off the shelf they will eventually be replaced by those who are being sold because the most recent owner just passed away.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SteyrAUG View Post
    The term is a carry over from all the M-14 and similar "dewats" that were welded and registered.
    I get it, and it is still an incorrect description of what the receivers are, there is nothing "re-welded' about them. Like I said, after 4 decades in the realm of Title II firearms, I never understood why the term was used. Some hillbilly back in the day, and I can think of a few, probably coined the term.
    Last edited by juliet9; 03-07-21 at 13:59.

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