Guns International #: 102913943
Seller's Inventory #: 34540

Category - Colt Rifles - Colt Rifles - AR-15

Category
Colt Rifles
Colt Rifles - AR-15

Terrific, Early Colt SP1 - Three Digit Serial!

Description:
This is an incredibly early and attractive Colt SP1, serial number 315! One of the earliest serials to be offered for public sale in recent times, this one is in great condition and has loads of correct, early features. The finish is original and in excellent condition with only minor surface scuffing. It has the early style upper receiver with no provisions for a forward assist. Upper receiver front right side has the proper Colt verified proof mark and the "C" in a box stamping. The lower receiver has the Colt four line markings with the three digit serial number "SP1, Serial Number "SP 00315" indicating production in early 1964. The Type 1 lower receiver has the roll pin hole at the rear and the '+' symbol cast mark on the right side front. It is fitted with the early original parts including the original non-chrome lined Winchester barrel having only a small "M" mark between the front sight post rings on the right side. The barrel is fitted with the early three-prong flash hider along with the checkered edge washer. It has the early commercial smooth sides Type 1 bolt carrier that lacks the cut on the underside with the larger hole in the side for the early solid head machined, steel firing pin and retaining pin. The bolt is also the early Colt version that is all chrome plated with the acid etched 'M' and 'P' markings. It still retains its original first generation Type 1 old style, large head, two-piece type edgewater recoil buffer. It is also fitted with it original black plastic earlier type one 1 1/8" pistol grip, and the stock is also the early version Type 1 that lacks any provisions for the internal storage compartment in the rear. Only the lined solid rubber butt-plate with the solid screw retainer. The rear type 1 take down pin has the dimpled ends, and it has the type one trigger with open back. The hammer and the front sight post as the "E inside the C" marking. Early thin style cast front sight post without drain hole. Swinging swivels with roll pin fasteners front and back. Mint bore. All in all, an incredible example of a super early and desirable Colt SP1.

Price: $9,500.00

Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .223 Remington