My buddy has a training rifle, it's an early M16A1 with the 3 prong flash hider and no forward assist. No markings, numbers, or anything stamped on the gun except for "M16 Assault Rifle" on the left side opposite the mag release. It appears it may have been a functioning rifle that had the barrel welded and firing mechanisms removed, or just a really good replica. I'm not sure. My question is, who would have used these and how common are they to find these days? Just want to know if he's got something rare or not.
*Correction: I doubt it was ever functional. Lots of small things don't make sense, like a completely hollow stock, trigger guard is cast as part of the lower receiver, etc.
*Correction: I doubt it was ever functional. Lots of small things don't make sense, like a completely hollow stock, trigger guard is cast as part of the lower receiver, etc.
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