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Any updates on availability for these?
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Another question I did not see addressed in the thread, nor the material from Colt, nor the AU listing. Do we know anything about the construction and materials used for the uppers and lowers? 6 or 7 series alloy? Forged? 6 or 7 series alloy handguard? Presume they are constructed the same as their 5.56 rifles, and the 901’s, but don’t want to assume.
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With no adjustable gas block I'm starting to lose interest. On Monday I ordered a much lighter AR10 that comes with a standard gas regulator.
CZ/Colt could possibly have made that happen but didn't. I did get the strong impression the original M7 design has an adjustable gas block. Why, then will this release not have that feature? Because, now, more people own suppressors than ever. I think it makes sense to have adjustable gas. Though, I'm still excited Colt is putting the CM762 rifle back out. I'll have to wait and see if this latest rifle will really tickle my fancy before I buy another. |
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Originally Posted By D-G-P: Another question I did not see addressed in the thread, nor the material from Colt, nor the AU listing. Do we know anything about the construction and materials used for the uppers and lowers? 6 or 7 series alloy? Forged? 6 or 7 series alloy handguard? Presume they are constructed the same as their 5.56 rifles, and the 901’s, but don’t want to assume. View Quote I am not aware of any significant material differences. |
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Not to beat a dead horse, we are nearing years end and I haven't heard any more chatter. I've been curious as to what progress, if any, Colt has made towards a re-release. Does anyone have information on whether or not Colt is going forward with production bringing an M7 type rifle to its commercial/ civilian customer.
Thank you kindly for revisiting this topic. |
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Originally Posted By Bishop3: Not to beat a dead horse, we are nearing years end and I haven't heard any more chatter. I've been curious as to what progress, if any, Colt has made towards a re-release. Does anyone have information on whether or not Colt is going forward with production bringing an M7 type rifle to its commercial/ civilian customer. Thank you kindly for revisiting this topic. View Quote A "re-release" wouldn't apply because the M7 hasn't been released on the commercial market yet. Unfortunately, for us impatient collectors, I anticipate our opportunity to get this will probably be delayed. The conflict in Ukraine and Israel, among others, is tying up Colt production. Hopefully we will still see something 1Q, 2024. I contacted AU a couple of weeks ago about price. They haven't nailed it down yet. So, the wait continues. I do think we will see them in 2024, I'm just not quite convinced that 1Q will be it. I hope it is though. |
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16” M7 now showing in-stock at AU!
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Did anyone actually buy one during the 30 seconds it showed in-stock?
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I must be slow to the draw ...but wait ...$2995.00 price tag! I never saw an email notification - I'm signed on now.
... my question is this " The Colt M7 is a formidable tool for today’s small unit tactical military sniper or mid-range designated marksman. It is also capable of being fired utilizing a sound suppressor with both supersonic and sub-sonic ammunition." Is this statement true or is it false? Do not mis-read me, I'm well invested in Colt tools. Should the consideration be only from a collectors point of view, then aquire the example and save the box. However, I want to use my tool out of the box as it is purpose designed. Ambi-controls, the ability to change uppers is all great. The barrel nut is apparently better than the competition according to the description. I'm questioning how this 7.62x51 DI system will run suppressed without additional modification(s) by the end user. I'm skeptical, and this only because the gas system isn't adjustable. Eta: maybe a flow-thru designed silencer is the solution. |
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I spoke to AU. The gun that sold was a CM762 that was acquired. There was only one. The M7's have not landed yet.
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Back in stock. Not sure if the "add to cart" trick works with AU but I was able to add 95 at posting time.
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Originally Posted By Apple3_14159: Back in stock. Not sure if the "add to cart" trick works with AU but I was able to add 95 at posting time. View Quote They have the 16" in stock, now the question is: A) buy the 16"? B) wait for the 13"? C) buy the 16" and wait for the 13"? |
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What is new, different about the Colt M7? Is it essentially the same as the CM762-16s?
I may want another rifle just for grins. From the AU website: The Colt M7 was a development that began from the original Colt rifle design to compete in the U.S. Army’s Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper System (CSASS) trials. Utilizing Colt’s base 901 platform, with its’ standard ambidextrous fire control systems, MLOK upper receiver. The Colt M7 is a formidable tool for today’s small unit tactical military sniper or mid-range designated marksman. It is also capable of being fired utilizing a sound suppressor with both supersonic and sub-sonic ammunition. When combined with Colt’s proprietary conversion kit, the M7 is capable of receiving new and legacy Colt 5.56x45MM NATO, 7.62x39MM and .300 Blackout upper receivers on its stock lower receiver, effectively making it capable of becoming 4 rifles in 1, for ease of adaptability in any mission scenario, offering superior medium to long range performance and versatility on today’s battlefield. Features: Fully Ambidextrous Controls True Free Floating Barrel Design 7 Position MLOK Rail System Self Aligning Barrel Mounting System Conical Barrel Nut Barrel Extension without Pinhole 360 Contact & Continious 12 O'Clock Rail Most Durable Barrel Bushing Availabe (20% longer than competitors) Compatible with M4/M16/M5/M7/CMK Upper Receivers when using Colt Lower Conversion Adapter Specifications: Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO Barrel Length: 16.1" Rail Length: 15.08" Collapsed Length: 33.16" Extended Length: 36.41" Weight: 8.3 lbs Twist Rate: 1:10" RH, 6 Grooves Sights: Folding Low Pro Adjustable Eta: will the lower 'conversion adapter' be available for sale? Eta: is the M7 offering exclusive to AU? I haven't found the M7 listed elsewhere for sale. |
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Credit to Minuteman1636. He called the timing on the release of the M7 by Colt, and he was right.
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Originally Posted By Bishop3: Eta: will the lower 'conversion adapter' be available for sale? Eta: is the M7 offering exclusive to AU? I haven't found the M7 listed elsewhere for sale. View Quote 1) Will the lower 'conversion adapter' be available for sale? Answer: From what I understand, the adapters are still produced. AU appears to be out of stock right now. I would imagine they will get more at some point in the near future. 2) Is the CM762-16S /M7 exclusive to AU? Answer: Currently yes, that is a true statement. Will any other retailers have them in the future? I don't know. One thing I have learned collecting Colt over the years is "Never say never". The other lesson I have learned is if you want it, and can afford it, you better buy it when you see it because you may not get another opportunity. Keep in mind that there are still no spare parts for these available commercially. |
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Originally Posted By Bishop3: Eta: [b]will the lower 'conversion adapter' be available for sale? View Quote https://coltparts.com/colt-901-magazine-adapter-block-conversion-kit/ Isn't Colt Parts an AU subsidiary? |
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valheru21:"The argument, "this gun won't go down in value," is used to convince the wife that you are not making a bad financial decision when purchasing a firearm. You're not ACTUALLY supposed to ever sell the gun."
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Originally Posted By 1811GNR: https://coltparts.com/colt-901-magazine-adapter-block-conversion-kit/ Isn't Colt Parts an AU subsidiary? View Quote Yes they are a part of AU. I made the mistake of only looking on the AU website. I see that they are in stock at 'Colt Parts". |
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I noticed the sku on AU is
Colt M7 7.62mm Semi-Auto Precision Rifle | 16" Barrel Colt SKU: CM762-16S is the M7 the same as the CM762? |
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Second hand info but I trust the source.
FYI…they don’t have any rifles on hand and they don’t have an ETA. I’ve defended AU and they’ve gone to great lengths to assist me in the past but to take thousands of dollars from people and not have the product is terrible business. |
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I ordered 20 16" M7's in September. Still waiting.
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"If you can't get a hit at 300m, you gotta cover that ground. If you gotta cover that ground, it's gonna be a bad day for you." - CSM Merritt 10th MTN DIV CSM
US ARMY Distinguished Pistol Shot / Rifleman / Chief's 50 |
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