^Lot 1 Colt M16A1 'Model 653' 5.56mm #9270383

Fully-transferable machine gun. The Colt Model 653 is an M16A1-based compact carbine featuring a A1 upper receiver with a forward assist. Correct M16A1 bolt. Adopted around 1982, it saw widespread use with specialized military units, security forces, and international clients as a handy alternative to the full-length rifle.14.5-inch light "pencil" profile barrel with a 1/12 twist rate with a retro AR Extended Flash Hider 5.5" with phosphate finish. Forged A1 upper with a standard non-deflecting carry handle with A1-type rear sight assembly integrated into the handle, featuring a dual-aperture flip-L windage-adjustable drum without A2-style elevation knobs and teardrop forward assist, two-position aluminum CAR-15 retractable buttstock, round, lightweight fiberglass-nylon carbine-length handguards, A2 elevation-adjustable front post, bayonet lug, sling swivel, A2 grip. Classic gray Type III hard-coat anodized aluminum finish on the upper and lower receivers. The bore is excellent/bright, strong rifling, action is smooth, the finish and furniture are overall excellent with some minor scratches.
NRA Condition-Excellent. NFA Firearm.