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Posted: 2/15/2023 8:19:33 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/15/2023 8:21:13 PM EDT
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MN, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 3:31:28 AM EDT
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The SBR M5 has turned out to be amazing. Socom profile barrel, H2 buffer. Good deal
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PA, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 8:04:28 AM EDT
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I can’t quite tell but the forge flashing might look a little better than some previously posted rifles?
Is it just some of the photos or is the upper receiver purple? |
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Posted: 2/16/2023 8:45:55 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AK-12]
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I may have missed it earlier in this thread, but do these just use 6940 barrels?
Also, what gas length and barrel profile is on the 16" guns? |
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USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 11:43:47 AM EDT
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@Minuteman1636
Do you know if Colt will be offering just uppers? Specifically looking for the 11.5" and 14.5" uppers. Thanks! |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 1:48:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: Also, what gas length and barrel profile is on the 16" guns? Carbine length |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 8:39:08 PM EDT
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Hopefully colt will offer these in upper form. The 16 inch M5 is carbine length. I shot the M5 SBR suppressed and unsuppressed today (LaRue Tranquilo) . The gas port is .74. I put a new gas tube on it that is .67. The barrel is socom profile.. I shot Mk318 Mod 1. 30 rounds. No issues. I put a LaRue MBT trigger in the gun as well. I noticed no impact change at 50 yards. It also has a nice Holosun green dot. I will get a photo posted soon.
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Posted: 2/16/2023 8:54:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MGYSGT8541: Hopefully colt will offer these in upper form. The 16 inch M5 is carbine length. I shot the M5 SBR suppressed and unsuppressed today (LaRue Tranquilo) . The gas port is .74. I put a new gas tube on it that is .67. The barrel is socom profile.. I shot Mk318 Mod 1. 30 rounds. No issues. I put a LaRue MBT trigger in the gun as well. I noticed no impact change at 50 yards. It also has a nice Holosun green dot. I will get a photo posted soon. Thanks Master Guns, the SOCOM profile definitely makes these more appealing. Since Colt builds their rifles with correct gas port sizing and buffer weights for the barrel length and gas system length, the carbine gas isn't a turn off for me. |
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Posted: 2/16/2023 9:19:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Bishop3]
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MGSgt. I do like your M5 SBR, but why change to a smaller gas tube? Wouldn't it run suppressed with issued gas system? I realize & depending on the suppressor 'back pressure/ blow back.
I ask because my initial impression was that the original design Colt M5, doesn't it have an adjustable gas block? Are we being short changed? My Colt 11.5 barrel runs supressed fine ejects 2-3:30 by itself. Though, I ha ve another Colt 11.5 I've tuned with an Bootleg adjustable bcg and is very smooth like running a sewing machine & it ejects 3-4 o'clock. Did Colt change its design for the commercial market (no adjustable gas)? Eta: I could be mistaken and am thinking of the CM7 with adjustable gas. |
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Posted: 2/16/2023 9:20:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bishop3: MGSgt. I do like your M5 SBR, but why change to a smaller gas tube? Wouldn't it run suppressed with issued gas system? I realize & depending on the suppressor 'back pressure/ blow back. I ask because my initial impression was that the original design Colt M5, doesn't it have an adjustable gas block? Are we being short changed? My Colt 11.5 barrel runs supressed fine ejects 2-3:30 by itself. Though, I ha ve another Colt 11.5 I've tuned with an Bootleg adjustable bcg and is very smooth like running a sewing machine & it ejects 3-4 o'clock. Did Colt change its design for the commercial market (no adjustable gas)? The M5 has never had an adjustable gas system. |
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Posted: 2/16/2023 9:21:56 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Bishop3]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Minuteman1636: The M5 has never had an adjustable gas system. I wasn't quick enough to add in my mistake. I stand corrected. Thanks |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2023 11:41:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MGYSGT8541]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bishop3: MGSgt. I do like your M5 SBR, but why change to a smaller gas tube? Wouldn't it run suppressed with issued gas system? I realize & depending on the suppressor 'back pressure/ blow back. I ask because my initial impression was that the original design Colt M5, doesn't it have an adjustable gas block? Are we being short changed? My Colt 11.5 barrel runs supressed fine ejects 2-3:30 by itself. Though, I ha ve another Colt 11.5 I've tuned with an Bootleg adjustable bcg and is very smooth like running a sewing machine & it ejects 3-4 o'clock. Did Colt change its design for the commercial market (no adjustable gas)? Eta: I could be mistaken and am thinking of the CM7 with adjustable gas. the 16 inch M5 is government profile with H buffer. the M5 is a very slick design. Once I took apart the SBR and checked it out and how the barrel and rail attach I was impressed. Much better set up then EPR. |
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NE, USA
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Posted: 3/14/2023 11:49:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Coalkoy: https://armsunlimited.com/colt-m5-commando-semi-auto-short-barrel-rifle/ M5 11.5" SBR sales does anyone else have the semi auto SBR M5 in 11.5" or 10.3" barrel? |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2023 11:42:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SperlingPE: does anyone else have the semi auto SBR M5 in 11.5" or 10.3" barrel? |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 5/17/2023 5:28:45 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JohnnyA]
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PA, USA
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Posted: 5/27/2023 3:59:50 AM EDT
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MN, USA
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Posted: 5/31/2023 8:22:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Calibre45: New low price $1559! https://atlanticfirearms.com/colt-m5-carbine-5-56-rifle |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 6/2/2023 9:41:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/2/2023 10:07:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat is a Colt M5 with a Colt SCW stock installed by AU. |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 6/2/2023 10:30:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Minuteman1636: That is a Colt M5 with a Colt SCW stock installed by AU. Is this confirmed? I do see this from Colt. M5 scw I also see Charlie’s (I know, I know  ) has the same listed. I suppose they would do the same thing though.
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Posted: 6/2/2023 10:44:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By oxford411: Is this confirmed? I do see this from Colt. M5 scw I also see Charlie’s (I know, I know ) has the same listed. I suppose they would do the same thing though.The PDW/SCW in the Colt link you posted uses the Maxim Defense stock. |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 6/2/2023 11:08:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Minuteman1636: The PDW/SCW in the Colt link you posted uses the Maxim Defense stock. I see it now. 
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FL, USA
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Posted: 6/30/2023 4:10:29 PM EDT
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NH, USA
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Posted: 7/7/2023 8:16:29 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BrianNH]
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USA
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Posted: 7/29/2023 2:12:18 PM EDT
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Has there been any indication when/if uppers will release separately?
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Posted: 7/29/2023 2:22:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ThatGuy01: Has there been any indication when/if uppers will release separately? Unfortunately, there are no plans to release ck's for the foreseeable future. We can hope for next year. |
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Posted: 7/30/2023 2:55:52 AM EDT
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What’s the barrel profile on the 14.5”/16” uppers? SOCOM?
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PA, USA
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Posted: 7/30/2023 8:21:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By urbankaos04: What’s the barrel profile on the 14.5”/16” uppers? SOCOM? Somebody else can confirm but, I thought it was m4/govt without the 203 cutout, at least on the 16”. |
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Posted: 7/30/2023 10:40:31 AM EDT
[Last Edit: TGWLDR]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By urbankaos04: What’s the barrel profile on the 14.5”/16” uppers? SOCOM? See top of page here. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/7/2023 10:29:34 PM EDT
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Finally got around to ordering one of these M5s from AU, should be at FFL Thursday, hopefully they have it ready by Saturday to pick up.
Been off the Colt kick the past 3 months, been going to flight school then bought me a used Cessna lol. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/7/2023 11:33:04 PM EDT
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I got to inspect my 11.5” M5 at the FFL/SOT and noticed they changed the starboard side bolt release lever. The 10.3” should get here next week, but I think it will have the same revised lever. Never even looked at the pictures on AUs website before I ordered.
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/10/2023 11:24:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Teknys: I got to inspect my 11.5" M5 at the FFL/SOT and noticed they changed the starboard side bolt release lever. The 10.3" should get here next week, but I think it will have the same revised lever. Never even looked at the pictures on AUs website before I ordered. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/10/2023 7:50:27 PM EDT
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LOL - no idea. I guess in 9ish months I can play around with it while shooting and see if it makes a difference. It definitely sticks out a little more from the receiver than the type on the 16” M5. I don’t think there was any less or more of a gap between the lever and the receiver side - if that makes sense.
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/12/2023 1:59:30 PM EDT
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I picked up my M5 this morning along with the Euro Colt. Really stoked, the M5 looks amazing. Not sure which version bolt release I got, have to review that and take a look later. Only a quick inspection at the LGS.
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Posted: 8/12/2023 3:49:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OTDR: I picked up my M5 this morning along with the Euro Colt. Really stoked, the M5 looks amazing. Not sure which version bolt release I got, have to review that and take a look later. Only a quick inspection at the LGS. Congratulations on finally getting them. I'm curious to see what bolt release variant that you got on the M5. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/12/2023 5:53:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Minuteman1636: Congratulations on finally getting them. I'm curious to see what bolt release variant that you got on the M5. I will get a pic up later and let you tell me which variant I have since I haven't followed this rifle very close since I hadn't yet purchased one. |
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Posted: 8/12/2023 6:21:22 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Minuteman1636]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OTDR: I will get a pic up later and let you tell me which variant I have since I haven't followed this rifle very close since I hadn't yet purchased one. Variant 1  Attached FileVariant 2  Attached File Attached File |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/12/2023 7:21:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: OTDR]
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Looks like I have Variant #1. Why did they change? Anyone know?
Looks like Variant 2 paddle is positioned lower? Ergonomics?  |
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Posted: 8/12/2023 10:20:05 PM EDT
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Is the trigger guard polymer or aluminum?
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/13/2023 12:18:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HipSh0T: Is the trigger guard polymer or aluminum? Polymer |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/18/2023 4:55:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OTDR: Looks like I have Variant #1. Why did they change? Anyone know? Looks like Variant 2 paddle is positioned lower? Ergonomics? https://i.imgur.com/Em7mULT.jpg I believe soldier systems stated that variant two allows for the bolt to be locked back from the right side as well. Developed as part of a contract requirement. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/18/2023 6:55:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By call_me_ski: I believe soldier systems stated that variant two allows for the bolt to be locked back from the right side as well. Developed as part of a contract requirement. Thats interesting, thanks, |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2023 12:25:45 PM EDT
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I wonder how we would go about getting the new lever? It looks like it's drop in part. Does anyone have ideas on how to get the part?
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Posted: 8/19/2023 12:49:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MGYSGT8541: I wonder how we would go about getting the new lever? It looks like it's drop in part. Does anyone have ideas on how to get the part? About all that you can do is call CS and see if they will sell you one. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/21/2023 9:38:16 PM EDT
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Was it mentioned somewhere in these 12 pages that the M5 Sentry comes with a 6 position buffer tube instead of Colts normal 4 position?
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GA, USA
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Posted: 8/24/2023 9:45:41 AM EDT
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Colt M5 Sentry 6 Position Buffer Tube!
 Colt "6" Position Buffer Tube! |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/25/2023 9:51:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Minuteman1636: About all that you can do is call CS and see if they will sell you one. |
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ITA
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Posted: 8/26/2023 9:03:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OTDR: Colt M5 Sentry 6 Position Buffer Tube!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vf8ubNIBCaoIIRC CombatDiver posted 6pos tubes being used by the govt as well |
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USA
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Posted: 8/26/2023 12:56:32 PM EDT
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All of my Colt carbines have 6 position Colt tubes on them but those were installed by Specialized Armament not Colt. I don't really use the extra positions so it's more of a cool thing to have than anything else.
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