Colt discontinues AR15 production for consumer market

[Shooter13]

I want an FN. got the colt- dont use it. Now the armalite is a different story

I have the Colt camo companion set only made about <20 sets back in 1988 I think, consist of the ar and the 1911, I have set #11, they were going to make 150 set but that was when the "ban" was instated and after the first few set they quit production. Now, for shooting I have to Daniel Defense ar's, one is the V11 pro, now that's a shooter!! Also love FN but don' (yet) have any of their rifles but have the fnx tac, the long 9, fnx, and the fns 9c (my edc).

 

[mongo chicago]

I'd love to know where you got this particular bit of information. Can you document it please?

This was over 30 years ago. Got the info from friends "in the business" at that time. Didn't save a lot of things, like that bulletins from S&W stating not to shoot magnum ammo in their magnum guns as a regular diet because their product can't take it. Does not mean it isn't true. My memory isn't that bad yet.

 

[Twicepop]

Had a Colt H-Bar many years back. Today I could take what I paid (same money, no inflated amount) for it back then and purchase 3 other name rifles that shoot as well or better than that one did. I don't see Colt lasting as they/someone is trying to resurect the brand. IMHO the revolvers recently issued have little to no appeal, the Pythons and Diamondbacks of old still stir my soul. The newer guns to me are about as exciting as wet cardboard.

 

[Centuriator]

Good article:

https://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2019/9/20/the-keefe-report-colt-s-mfg-and-foolishness/

 

[Centuriator]

This was over 30 years ago. Got the info from friends "in the business" at that time.

Let's assume your memory of that comment is 100% accurate, that being said, if anyone said that, they were/are dead wrong. Colt AR rifles are all manufactured according to the TDP, hence, are mil spec.

 

[natdscott]

Screw them.

Once more, for emphasis.

Colt has been more interested in gov't contracts since the 1840's when the Texas Rangers saved his broke ass.

 

[Deleted outa08]

Its all about the Benjamins.

You forgot to add" baby "at the end.

 

[Centuriator]

Once more, for emphasis.

Colt has been more interested in gov't contracts since the 1840's when the Texas Rangers saved his broke ass.

We are angry at Colt since the 1840s?

 

[Deleted outa08]

I dot't have a Colt AR15, I got a Colt SP1 made in 1972,big difference, it's worth more.

Hey pirate, I have an SP1 also. Good shooter. I think I bought it in `74 to celebrate my freedom. Divorce. The only annoying thing is the large front take down pin. E. Arthur Brown makes an adapter pin, to mount other uppers. A year ago I inherited a Colt .357.What a sweet shooter. My Dad carried it in the 60`s. It will be passed on. Jeff

 

[pirate ammo]

Hey pirate, I have an SP1 also. Good shooter. I think I bought it in `74 to celebrate my freedom. Divorce. The only annoying thing is the large front take down pin. E. Arthur Brown makes an adapter pin, to mount other uppers. A year ago I inherited a Colt .357.What a sweet shooter. My Dad carried it in the 60`s. It will be passed on. Jeff

Mine is the older style with the 2 piece front pin, have nto shot it for 25 years.

 

[GotRDid]

I have one. Here is a pic of it removed i fount on the innerweb. Most folks glue in the side pins. They have a big tapered head. The block is hard as a rock. If you decide to have it milled out be sure to warn them. Adco removes them for like $40
View attachment 1127154

How do I remove the pin?
GotRDid.

 

[jmm03]

The news reader on CBS was positively gleeful while she announced the cessation of production, it seemed like she saw it as a victory for the libs...(not surprised really)

 

[Centuriator]

The other contract Colt is working was announced in November last year, completion date, Sept. 2020. $88,000,000 for make M4s and M4 Carbines for the US Army. They have their hand full filling plenty of government contracts.

 

[L W P]

Was watching "Gunny Time" the other day and Bushmaster sure seems to have a pretty good market with government contracts. Big Stuff

 

[Centuriator]

And in November 2018 this happened...it's almost as if Colt actually's decision to halt commercial production in order to focus on their contracts with Uncle Sam was, you know, probably legit.

18 Nov 2018 Army contract.
ARMY

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC, West Hartford, Connecticut, was awarded an $88,607,109 modification (P00008) to contract W15QKN-15-D-0102 for M4 and M4A1 carbines. Work will be performed in West Hartford, Connecticut, with an estimated completion date of Sept. 25, 2020. Fiscal 2019 and 2020 operations and maintenance, Army funds in the amount of $88,607,109 were obligated at the time of the award. U.S. Army Contracting Command, New Jersey, is the contracting activity.

 

[Deleted outa08]

Mine is the older style with the 2 piece front pin, have nto shot it for 25 years.

Good morning pirate, That`s what the front pin on mine is.Two parts slot screwdriver end on left , 3/4 pin with flat side on right. I had two until some PITA talked me into selling the one. I do shoot mine as often as I can. No sign of accuracy lose and most likely has 6-7 k thru it. Good day to you. Jeff

 

[Dgd6mm]

I dot't have a Colt AR15, I got a Colt SP1 made in 1972,big difference, it's worth more.

So do I. I bought my SP1 A2 in '76. New in the box, unopened. 4 months shy of my 17th birthday. Still have it, hardly ever shoot it. This thread has inspired me to take it out and shoot it.

 

[Centuriator]

It's always interesting to let a guy who is used to shooting the carbine length system, try out an "original" AR-15 with full length rifle length buffer and gas system. Always puts a big smile on their face. Softer shooting, longer sight radius if shooting irons, etc. Good stuff, plus, IMHO there is no better looking AR than the original rifle.

 

[hpshooter]

"How do I remove the pin?

Best way IMO would be a wire edm, tap disintegrator, or carbide end mill.

SOMETIMES blind roll pin can be removed by filling it with grease and driving a snug fitting pinch into the ID of the pin as a piston. Hydraulic pressure works on the leading edge of the roll pin to back it out. A swift hard blow of the hammer is required so be sure the bottom of the receiver is well supported. You may want to stick the nose of the punch through a piece of paper to keep escaping grease off your face.

Effectiveness is greatly diminished if the pin is set hard against the bottom of the hole or if a corporate lawyer type has required the pin to be anchored with something on the order of Loctite bearing mount.

I have never used this technique on an AR but have used it on some roll pins used as locater dowels on some gearboxe covers. It is caveman methodology, use at your own risk.

 

[GotRDid]

"How do I remove the pin?

Best way IMO would be a wire edm, tap disintegrator, or carbide end mill.

SOMETIMES blind roll pin can be removed by filling it with grease and driving a snug fitting pinch into the ID of the pin as a piston. Hydraulic pressure works on the leading edge of the roll pin to back it out. A swift hard blow of the hammer is required so be sure the bottom of the receiver is well supported. You may want to stick the nose of the punch through a piece of paper to keep escaping grease off your face.

Effectiveness is greatly diminished if the pin is set hard against the bottom of the hole or if a corporate lawyer type has required the pin to be anchored with something on the order of Loctite bearing mount.

I have never used this technique on an AR but have used it on some roll pins used as locater dowels on some gearboxe covers. It is caveman methodology, use at your own risk.

Don't think that will work here, it's not a complete cylinder.
Will try to snapshot an enlargement of pin.
GotRDid.