Why I should NOT get a Colt AR6721

Brownl345 · Feb 16, 2017

zoostation said:
Think of it as banking money, not spending. Because it will never lose much value.

This. I have two home-built ARs and feel very comfortable with my own builds. However, I went with a local business for my first AR purchase. While it is a solid rifle, I'm going to get shredded if I ever sell it. Wouldn't have that issue with the Colt.

BMassBMore · Feb 16, 2017

So far, the consensus seems to be the Colt's advantage is solely in the brand name. Surely there's more to it?

travistheone · Feb 16, 2017

smokey0118 said:
Or... why buy a colt instead of a BCM?

now we are talking

travistheone · Feb 16, 2017

BMassBMore said:
So far, the consensus seems to be the Colt's advantage is solely in the brand name. Surely there's more to it?

there are a ton of threads here (and everywhere) discussing this.

guns are a sum of parts. each individual part on a colt is more thought out and proper. many of these parts contribute to reliability of the rifle.

the total sum of the parts is worth more on a colt than a windham.

http://bfy.tw/A88S

BMassBMore · Feb 16, 2017

travistheone said:
there are a ton of threads here (and everywhere) discussing this.

guns are a sum of parts. each individual part on a colt is more thought out and proper. many of these parts contribute to reliability of the rifle.

the total sum of the parts is worth more on a colt than a windham.

http://bfy.tw/A88S

I'd love to know which parts on the Colt are superior, and why.

Thanks for the LMGTFY link - but it's really NOT that simple. I was looking for a discussion specifically between members on this board that understand the nuanced differences between these 2 specific models, in the context of MD law. It's not just "colt vs windham".

LogisticMatt · Feb 16, 2017

6721

dreadpirate said:
A can get a Windham Weaponry HBAR for $670 at JLowes, and an AR6721 for $899 there as well. So the WW is $229 cheaper.

First off, I'm really glad someone name dropped Jlowes. That dude is awesome, and I've bought several firearms and referred many others. Secondly.. I own a 6721. I have shot a dozen or more AR's and several M16's and M4's. I won't down play other brands, because most of them have earned their place in the industry. However, I've ran thousands of rounds through my Colt and have had only one fail to feed. And that was after being a dickhead and running a few hundred rounds in an hour, then my buddy dropping it into the sand and us torturing another few mags.

omegared24 · Feb 16, 2017

BMassBMore said:
So far, the consensus seems to be the Colt's advantage is solely in the brand name. Surely there's more to it?

It has been discussed time and time again. Colts have far less reliability issues and use proven parts.

I don't see how people even look at them as comparable guns. People are worried about a $200 difference for something they probably don't need.

Jumpmaster! · Feb 16, 2017

Pirate, you SHOULD get one! It is a darn good rifle and it has that cool Ferrari logo.

Z_Man · Feb 16, 2017

the primary differences besides the price with the colt and the windham HBC, are as follows
the windham comes with a rail mount carry handle, it has a commercial spec buffer tube (extension). the windham also comes with a sling, and a case (not a great case, but its not a cardboard box). ships with a mil style aluminum mag
the colt comes with a magpul BUS. it says colt. the BCG has the colt extractor spring that gives chad at least partial wood. the colt comes with a magpul pmag.

they are both 1/9twist, they both are 4150 milspec steel barrels with chrome lining. they both have M16 BCG's with carpenter 158 bots that are to mil-spec.

JBinDC · Feb 16, 2017

Because yer Franken-AR may get jealous... Or that it may end up as just another never ending config change project like this one...
--JB

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

traveller · Feb 16, 2017

BMassBMore said:
Can anyone help me understand what makes the Colt worth ~230 more than the Windham? If this has already been discussed, a link would be most appreciated.

Because it's more better.

Biggfoot44 · Feb 16, 2017

Compare the current value of a Series 70 Colt, and a 1970's Essex .

clandestine · Feb 16, 2017

omegared24 said:
It has been discussed time and time again. Colts have far less reliability issues and use proven parts.

I don't see how people even look at them as comparable guns. People are worried about a $200 difference for something they probably don't need.

This is the most simple answer.

If you dont have about 4k worth of tools and gauges, to check out an AR, then the Colt will be the most trustworthy.

Colts do come with a notched hammer. I always replace those.

Vile Shadow · Feb 16, 2017

outrider58 said:
The same reason to not have sex.

Nah. That's too much like work.

Okletsfish · Feb 16, 2017

Colt AR`s are a quality fire arm and will hold their value.I look at them the same as I do with a Grady White boat.

Trepang · Feb 16, 2017

sundazes said:
Colts can multiply, be careful.

Fact!

Minuteman · Feb 16, 2017

Alphabrew said:
Luke 22:36

"And let the one who has no sword sell his cloak and buy an AR15"

Ah, yes! That's the verse, thanks!

(well done :thumbsup:

)

JBinDC · Feb 16, 2017

clandestine said:
This is the most simple answer.

If you dont have about 4k worth of tools and gauges, to check out an AR, then the Colt will be the most trustworthy.

Colts do come with a notched hammer. I always replace those.

That says a lot comin from your experience. Thanks

Question - what rounded hammer would you replace a 6721's with? I have heard the stock one's can be trouble with a CMMG conversion kit.

clandestine · Feb 16, 2017

JBinDC said:
That says a lot comin from your experience. Thanks

Question - what rounded hammer would you replace a 6721's with? I have heard the stock one's can be trouble with a CMMG conversion kit.

If its a standard .155 pin Colt Hammer/Trigger then a DPMS Hammer works fine. I prefer a Geissele SSA-E.

If its a Large Pin then Geissele is my pick.

JBinDC · Feb 16, 2017

clandestine said:
If its a standard .155 pin Colt Hammer/Trigger then a DPMS Hammer works fine. I prefer a Geissele SSA-E.

If its a Large Pin then Geissele is my pick.

Good deal - much appreciated.

Why I should NOT get a Colt AR6721

The #1 community for Gun Owners of the Northeast

Member Benefits:

Active Member

Active Member

Usual Suspect

Usual Suspect

Active Member

Member

Ultimate Member

Member

Ultimate Member

Ultimate Member

The one with two L

Ultimate Member

AR-15 Savant

...

Ultimate Member

Ultimate Member

Member

Ultimate Member

AR-15 Savant

Ultimate Member

Users who are viewing this thread

Log in

Forum statistics