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Colt Mfg GAU-5 Retro Carbine 5.56x45mm NATO 16.10" 20+1 Matte Black Black Vinyl Aluminum Stock
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Item : CRGAU5AA
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SKU : CRGAU5AA
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Model : GAU-5/A/A
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UPC : 098289023599
![Colt Mfg GAU-5 Retro Carbine 5.56x45mm NATO 16.10](/images/no_product_image.jpg "GAU-5 FEATURES
In honor of the legendary mission on November 21, 1970 to save US prisoners of war from the SÆ¡n Tây prison in Vietnam, we bring you this limited-edition GAU-5/A/A retro carbine. On the day this weapon was used by the 56 Special Forces, Operation Ivory Coast succeeded in making a statement to North Vietnam that America doesn’t leave herPOW’s behind.
With no forward assist and its unconventional flat black anodized finish, this exact replica of the weapon of Operation Ivory Coast lets you hold history in your hands. Every detail has been accounted for, from the serial numbers in the original range to the permanently attached flash hider.
GAU-5 SPECIFICATIONS
Brand: Colt Mfg
Category: Tactical Rifles
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Model: Retro Carbine
Stock Finish: Black Vinyl Coated
Action: Semi-Auto
Barrel Length Range: 16" to 16.99"
Sights: Fixed
Capacity: 20+1
Grips: Black Polymer
Hand: Right
OAL: 32"-35.50"
Receiver Finish: Matte Black
Receiver Material: Steel
Safety: Manual
Stock Finish Group: Black
Stock Material: Aluminum
Twist: 1:12"
Weight: 6.50 lbs
Barrel Finish: Black
Tombstone Tactical presents an extensive range of Colt pistols and rifles, renowned for their precision, reliability, and iconic status. Colt Manufacturing, a revered name in the firearms industry, has been a crucial player in firearm innovation and manufacturing for over a century. Choose Tombstone Tactical for the best deals on legendary brands such as Colt.
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GAU-5 FEATURES
In honor of the legendary mission on November 21, 1970 to save US prisoners of war from the SÆ¡n Tây prison in Vietnam, we bring you this limited-edition GAU-5/A/A retro carbine. On the day this weapon was used by the 56 Special Forces, Operation Ivory Coast succeeded in making a statement to North Vietnam that America doesn’t leave her POW’s behind.
With no forward assist and its unconventional flat black anodized finish, this exact replica of the weapon of Operation Ivory Coast lets you hold history in your hands. Every detail has been accounted for, from the serial numbers in the original range to the permanently attached flash hider.
GAU-5 SPECIFICATIONS
- Brand: Colt Mfg
- Category: Tactical Rifles
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
- Model: Retro Carbine
- Stock Finish: Black Vinyl Coated
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Barrel Length Range: 16" to 16.99"
- Sights: Fixed
- Capacity: 20+1
- Grips: Black Polymer
- Hand: Right
- OAL: 32"-35.50"
- Receiver Finish: Matte Black
- Receiver Material: Steel
- Safety: Manual
- Stock Finish Group: Black
- Stock Material: Aluminum
- Twist: 1:12"
- Weight: 6.50 lbs
- Barrel Finish: Black
Tombstone Tactical presents an extensive range of Colt pistols and rifles, renowned for their precision, reliability, and iconic status. Colt Manufacturing, a revered name in the firearms industry, has been a crucial player in firearm innovation and manufacturing for over a century. Choose Tombstone Tactical for the best deals on legendary brands such as Colt.
