RIFLES
BRN-601 Rifle
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Green
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.11 lbs
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Green
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.11 lbs
XBRN16E1 Rifle
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Gray
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.13 lbs
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Gray
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.13 lbs
BRN-16A1 Rifle
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.13 lbs
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 6.13 lbs
XBRN177E2 Carbine
reg $1299, SALE $999
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 12.7"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 34"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 5.3 lbs
reg $1299, SALE $999
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 12.7"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 34"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 5.3 lbs
BRN-PROTO 5.56
reg $1499, SALE $1299
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 25+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Brown
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 25-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 7.5 lbs
reg $1499, SALE $1299
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 25+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Brown
Front Sight: A1
Length: 40"
Magazine Included: 1 x 25-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 7.5 lbs
BRN-10A Rifle
reg $1699, SALE $1399
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: Brown
Front Sight: A2
Length: 41"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: Adjustable
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 8 lbs
reg $1699, SALE $1399
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: Brown
Front Sight: A2
Length: 41"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: Adjustable
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 8 lbs
BRN-10B Rifle
reg $1599, SALE $1299
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A2
Length: 41"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: Adjustable
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 8 lbs
reg $1599, SALE $1299
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 20"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A2
Length: 41"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: Adjustable
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 8 lbs
BRN-605
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 15.5"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 34"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 7.5 lbs
reg $1299, SALE $1049
Action Type: Direct Impingement
Barrel Length: 15.5"
Capacity: 20+1-Round
Cartridge: 5.56 mm NATO
Finish: Black
Front Sight: A1
Length: 34"
Magazine Included: 1 x 20-Round
Magazine Type: Removable
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Rear Sight: A1
Stock Material: Polymer
Weight: 7.5 lbs
New Parts
BRN-10 Prototype Black Handguard
Price $29
The Brownells BRN-10 Prototype Handguard features the classic rounded shape of the 1950s-era handguards and feature six venting holes on each side of the handguard to promote barrel cooling.
Price $29
The Brownells BRN-10 Prototype Handguard features the classic rounded shape of the 1950s-era handguards and feature six venting holes on each side of the handguard to promote barrel cooling.
- Two-piece handguard design
- Constructed from polymer
- Measures 12 inches long
- Available in black, brown or green
BRN-10 Prototype Brown Handguard
Price $29
The Brownells BRN-10 Prototype Handguard features the classic rounded shape of the 1950s-era handguards and feature six venting holes on each side of the handguard to promote barrel cooling.
Price $29
The Brownells BRN-10 Prototype Handguard features the classic rounded shape of the 1950s-era handguards and feature six venting holes on each side of the handguard to promote barrel cooling.
- Two-piece handguard design
- Constructed from polymer
- Measures 12 inches long
- Available in black, brown or green
BRN-10 308 20 Round Waffle Magazine
Price $59
Capacity: 20-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: White
Material: Aluminum
Quantity: 1
Price $59
Capacity: 20-Round
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Finish: White
Material: Aluminum
Quantity: 1
BRN-10 Black Pistol Grip
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Price $24.99
Currently available for Pre-order.
The Brownells BRN-10 Pistol Grip is inspired by the original Dutch AR-10® pistol grip.
Following the classic contours of the original, the BRN-10 now comes with every BRN-10 rifle, and can be purchased separately. This grip will fit any AR-15 or DPMS/SR-25 pattern lower receiver, so long as it has standard contour at the pistol grip attachment. The BRN-10 Grip itself has the contour below the safety like the original, as well as the serrations on the rear to match the original. Available in black and brown.
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Price $24.99
Currently available for Pre-order.
The Brownells BRN-10 Pistol Grip is inspired by the original Dutch AR-10® pistol grip.
Following the classic contours of the original, the BRN-10 now comes with every BRN-10 rifle, and can be purchased separately. This grip will fit any AR-15 or DPMS/SR-25 pattern lower receiver, so long as it has standard contour at the pistol grip attachment. The BRN-10 Grip itself has the contour below the safety like the original, as well as the serrations on the rear to match the original. Available in black and brown.
308AR BRN-10 Bolt Carrier Group Chrome
reg $229, SALE $159
The BRN-10 is a complete bolt / carrier group with angled flat sides and two enlarged flanges on the tail for flawless travel inside the receiver extension. A hard-chromed finish on the BRN-10 provides excellent resistance to surface wear, plus smooth operating lubricity, while adding an extra bit of period-correct detail.
reg $229, SALE $159
The BRN-10 is a complete bolt / carrier group with angled flat sides and two enlarged flanges on the tail for flawless travel inside the receiver extension. A hard-chromed finish on the BRN-10 provides excellent resistance to surface wear, plus smooth operating lubricity, while adding an extra bit of period-correct detail.
- Hard chromed carrier, gas key, cam pin, extractor & bolt
- 8620 tool steel carrier
- 9310 magnetic particle inspected bolt
- Gas key screws are torqued & staked
308AR BRN-10 Retro 20" Lightweight Barrel with FSB
reg $329, SALE $249
Barrel Weight: 2.3 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Lightweight
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
reg $329, SALE $249
Barrel Weight: 2.3 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Lightweight
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
308AR BR-10 Retro 20" Heavy Fluted Barrel with FSB
reg $369, SALE $289
Barrel Weight: 2.9 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Fluted
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
Barrel Weight: 2.9 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Fluted
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
reg $369, SALE $289
Barrel Weight: 2.9 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Fluted
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
Barrel Weight: 2.9 lbs
Cartridge: 308 Winchester
Contour: Fluted
Finish: Phosphate
Gas System Length: Rifle
Length: 20
Muzzle Threads: 5/8-24
Twist: 1-10
BRN-10 308 AR Retro Slip Ring
Price $19.99
An Extra Touch of Retro Authenticity To Your "Vintage" .308 AR. Our Brownells BRN-10 Retro Slip Ring replicates the contour of the slip rings used on early M16 rifles, so it’ll add an extra touch of period authenticity to your next "retro" AR-style .308 build. Just combine the BRN-10 slip ring with a .308 barrel nut, handguard spring, and snap ring to add the correct handguard retention hardware to your barrel.
Price $19.99
An Extra Touch of Retro Authenticity To Your "Vintage" .308 AR. Our Brownells BRN-10 Retro Slip Ring replicates the contour of the slip rings used on early M16 rifles, so it’ll add an extra touch of period authenticity to your next "retro" AR-style .308 build. Just combine the BRN-10 slip ring with a .308 barrel nut, handguard spring, and snap ring to add the correct handguard retention hardware to your barrel.
308AR BRN-10 Retro AR-10 Style Flash Hiders - 3 Prong
Price $59
Both Brownells BRN-10 Flash Hiders come with a modern-day high-tech QPQ finish that is far more durable than the Parkerized or black oxide finishes of the Old Days, yet replicates the matte black / dark gray finish of the originals.
Price $59
Both Brownells BRN-10 Flash Hiders come with a modern-day high-tech QPQ finish that is far more durable than the Parkerized or black oxide finishes of the Old Days, yet replicates the matte black / dark gray finish of the originals.
AR-15 Retro Buttstocks (Black)
Price $39
This Buttstock Assembly is modeled directly off of original stocks, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Combine the M16A1 Buttstock Assembly with the matching Handguard Set & Pistol Grip from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle.
Price $39
This Buttstock Assembly is modeled directly off of original stocks, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Combine the M16A1 Buttstock Assembly with the matching Handguard Set & Pistol Grip from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle.
AR-15 Retro Furniture Sets
Price $79
The included M16A1 style buttstock, handguard and pistol grip are modeled off of original components, designed to bring affordable, original type gear back to market. There is surplus available, but these parts are continuing to dry up and the quality is often quite poor. Excellent condition items are getting quite expensive. With these furniture kits, you can outfit your favorite Retro rifle in the proper stylings of the period.
Price $79
The included M16A1 style buttstock, handguard and pistol grip are modeled off of original components, designed to bring affordable, original type gear back to market. There is surplus available, but these parts are continuing to dry up and the quality is often quite poor. Excellent condition items are getting quite expensive. With these furniture kits, you can outfit your favorite Retro rifle in the proper stylings of the period.
AR-15 Retro Handguards (Black)
Price $39
Recreate an American Classic with the Brownells M16A1 Handguard Set, built to accurately replicate the original handguards issued to thousands of American servicemen & women.
This Handguard Set is modeled directly off of original handguards, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Left and Right Handguard halves include aluminum heatshields, protecting your hand and the handguards from barrel heat. Combine the Handguard Set with the matching Pistol Grip & Buttstock Assembly from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle.
Price $39
Recreate an American Classic with the Brownells M16A1 Handguard Set, built to accurately replicate the original handguards issued to thousands of American servicemen & women.
This Handguard Set is modeled directly off of original handguards, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Left and Right Handguard halves include aluminum heatshields, protecting your hand and the handguards from barrel heat. Combine the Handguard Set with the matching Pistol Grip & Buttstock Assembly from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle.
AR-15 Retro Pistol Grip (Black)
Price $14.99
This Pistol Grip is modeled directly off of original grips, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Combine the M16A1 Pistol Grip with the matching Handguard Set & Buttstock Assembly from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle. Pistol Grip includes instructions, grip screw & washer.
Price $14.99
This Pistol Grip is modeled directly off of original grips, which are becoming increasingly difficult to find, or in decent condition. Combine the M16A1 Pistol Grip with the matching Handguard Set & Buttstock Assembly from Brownells, and you have a new condition furniture set for your AR-15, M16, M16A1 or other early model rifle. Pistol Grip includes instructions, grip screw & washer.
AR-15 A1 Rear Sight Assembly
Price $19.99
The Luth-AR AR-15 A1 Rear Sight Assembly adds that extra touch of authenticity to your retro build. It is designed to look and act the part of the original-style rear sight on your reproduction AR-15 / M16A1. While the modern AR offers various improvements there’s nothing wrong with having an appreciation for Eugene Stoner’s original design.
The Luth-AR reproduction A1 Rear Sight Assembly features all-steel construction and non-reflective a matte black finish. It includes the aperture, windage drum, detent, detent spring, windage screw, and roll pin, so it is ready to install on your next build - or to give an existing rifle a different look.
Price $19.99
The Luth-AR AR-15 A1 Rear Sight Assembly adds that extra touch of authenticity to your retro build. It is designed to look and act the part of the original-style rear sight on your reproduction AR-15 / M16A1. While the modern AR offers various improvements there’s nothing wrong with having an appreciation for Eugene Stoner’s original design.
The Luth-AR reproduction A1 Rear Sight Assembly features all-steel construction and non-reflective a matte black finish. It includes the aperture, windage drum, detent, detent spring, windage screw, and roll pin, so it is ready to install on your next build - or to give an existing rifle a different look.
AR-15 Slip Ring
Price $16.99
New production Flat Slip Rings for your retro style build, or as a correct replacement part.
Price $16.99
New production Flat Slip Rings for your retro style build, or as a correct replacement part.
AR-15 A1 Ejection Port Cover Assembly
Price $17.99
Brownells A1 Ejection Port Cover is an accurately detailed replica of the cover used on M16A1 and earlier rifles - basically the Vietnam Era guns. Unlike the standard A2 cover still in use today, the A1 has a smaller, rectangular finger pad with crisp 90 degree edges. On the inner side, an early-style hexagonal housing retains the catch detent and spring, rather than the simpler, easier to manufacture cylindrical housing of the A2 cover.
Price $17.99
Brownells A1 Ejection Port Cover is an accurately detailed replica of the cover used on M16A1 and earlier rifles - basically the Vietnam Era guns. Unlike the standard A2 cover still in use today, the A1 has a smaller, rectangular finger pad with crisp 90 degree edges. On the inner side, an early-style hexagonal housing retains the catch detent and spring, rather than the simpler, easier to manufacture cylindrical housing of the A2 cover.
AR-15 Safety Selector
Price $9.99
Reproduction AR-15 safety selector, without a tick mark indicator. Features a black finish.
Price $9.99
Reproduction AR-15 safety selector, without a tick mark indicator. Features a black finish.
M4 XM177 Car Buttstock Commercial
Price $19.99
The Brownells XM177 CAR M4 Buttstock is a perfect reproduction of the original design used on the early XM177 and M4 carbine designs, but this stock looks great and fits onto any standard AR-15 platform.
Price $19.99
The Brownells XM177 CAR M4 Buttstock is a perfect reproduction of the original design used on the early XM177 and M4 carbine designs, but this stock looks great and fits onto any standard AR-15 platform.
- Weight: 4.2 ounces
- Constructed from polymer
- Designed for use on commercial buffer tube
- Color: black
AR-15/M16 Retro Buffer Tube
Price $24.99
Constructing retro-style AR-15 rifles has become popular in recent years, thanks to an increasing supply of reproduction components. The Brownells 2-Position Mil-Spec AR-15 Buffer Tube offers yet another period-correct component for AR builders looking to reproduce the classic AR-style rifles from yesteryear.
Price $24.99
Constructing retro-style AR-15 rifles has become popular in recent years, thanks to an increasing supply of reproduction components. The Brownells 2-Position Mil-Spec AR-15 Buffer Tube offers yet another period-correct component for AR builders looking to reproduce the classic AR-style rifles from yesteryear.
- Features period-correct grey hard-coat finish
- Diameter fits mil-spec buttstocks
- Made from 6160-T6 aluminum
Skinny Carbine Handguard
Price $9.99
Snap-on USGI-type replacement for your carbine’s factory-original handguard is made of tough, fiberglass-reinforced, injection-molded polymer that delivers superior impact and abrasion resistance. The ridged gripping surface and top/bottom vent holes retain the weapon’s authentic military look, while an internal heat shield of lightweight aluminum protects your hand from barrel heat. Skinny models have standard-issue single-layer heat shield on upper and lower handguard. Skinny M4 model has narrower diameter for operators who prefer a minimal bulk handguard. Fits AR-15/M16/M4 with carbine-length gas system.
Price $9.99
Snap-on USGI-type replacement for your carbine’s factory-original handguard is made of tough, fiberglass-reinforced, injection-molded polymer that delivers superior impact and abrasion resistance. The ridged gripping surface and top/bottom vent holes retain the weapon’s authentic military look, while an internal heat shield of lightweight aluminum protects your hand from barrel heat. Skinny models have standard-issue single-layer heat shield on upper and lower handguard. Skinny M4 model has narrower diameter for operators who prefer a minimal bulk handguard. Fits AR-15/M16/M4 with carbine-length gas system.
A1 Retro 20" Rifle Barrel
Price $231.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 rifle length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 20”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and triangular handguard cap. Barrels are magnetic particle inspected. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel. Everything you need for your Retro barrels!
Price $231.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 rifle length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 20”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and triangular handguard cap. Barrels are magnetic particle inspected. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel. Everything you need for your Retro barrels!
A1 Retro 12.7" Rifle Barrel
Price $219.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 carbine length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 12.7”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and round handguard cap. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel.
Price $219.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 carbine length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 12.7”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and round handguard cap. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel.
A1 Retro 16" Carbine Barrel
Price $245.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 carbine length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 16”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and round handguard cap. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel.
Price $245.99
Introducing the Brownell’s Retro A1 carbine length barrel assembly. Chambered in 5.56x45, the chrome lined barrel has a 1-12 twist and finished in black phosphate with an overall length of 16”. Muzzle threads are ½-28 and features a standard rifle barrel extension. The assembly includes a front sight base, .625 No F Marks, sight post, detent, spring, sling swivel, rivet, flat delta ring, barrel nut, weld spring, snap ring, and round handguard cap. Machined from 4150 chrome moly steel.
AR-15 Flash Hider and Grenade Ring
Price $49.99
The Brownells XM177 Flash Hider & Grenade Ring is the appropriate reproduction piece for your Retro carbine build. This flash hider mirrors the original device's exterior dimensions, as well as flash hider cuts and grenade ring. The XM177 Flash Hider fits 1/2-28 threads, is machined from 8620L steel and has a black oxide finish. Flash Hider overall length is 4.335". With the grenade ring, the total length is 4.45".
Price $49.99
The Brownells XM177 Flash Hider & Grenade Ring is the appropriate reproduction piece for your Retro carbine build. This flash hider mirrors the original device's exterior dimensions, as well as flash hider cuts and grenade ring. The XM177 Flash Hider fits 1/2-28 threads, is machined from 8620L steel and has a black oxide finish. Flash Hider overall length is 4.335". With the grenade ring, the total length is 4.45".
AR-15 25rd Retro Magazine
Price $59.99
The Final Touch of Historical Detail for Your "Retro" Rifle - Plus 5 Extra Rounds. Whether you’re at the range or humpin’ the boonies, having plenty of ammo to feed your AR-15 "Retro" rifle is vital. With a few extra loaded Brownells 25-round Retro AR-15 magazines on hand, you won’t have to "di-di mau" back for more. Externally, this straight-bodied steel mag is a carefully reproduced replica of the magazines Armalite assembled for their original AR-15 prototype rifles - ideal for your very early Retro Repro build.
Price $59.99
The Final Touch of Historical Detail for Your "Retro" Rifle - Plus 5 Extra Rounds. Whether you’re at the range or humpin’ the boonies, having plenty of ammo to feed your AR-15 "Retro" rifle is vital. With a few extra loaded Brownells 25-round Retro AR-15 magazines on hand, you won’t have to "di-di mau" back for more. Externally, this straight-bodied steel mag is a carefully reproduced replica of the magazines Armalite assembled for their original AR-15 prototype rifles - ideal for your very early Retro Repro build.
AR-15 Early 3 Prong Flash Hider
Price $29
Complete your Retro build with the Brownells Early 3 Prong “Duckbill” flash hider.
The “Duckbill” flash hider was found on some of the earliest AR-15 rifles such as the Colt Model 601 used by the US Air Force. These were eventually phased out due to the lightweight prongs bending. Looks great at home on a Retro rifle, or any AR-15 of your choice.
Price $29
Complete your Retro build with the Brownells Early 3 Prong “Duckbill” flash hider.
The “Duckbill” flash hider was found on some of the earliest AR-15 rifles such as the Colt Model 601 used by the US Air Force. These were eventually phased out due to the lightweight prongs bending. Looks great at home on a Retro rifle, or any AR-15 of your choice.
- Original, Early 3 Prong “Duckbill” design
- Phosphate finish
- ½-28 threads
- Modeled directly off of original part
AR-15 XM16E1 3 Prong Flash Hider
Price $15
The “Improved” Flash Hider was used following the discontinuation of the early “Duckbill” 3 Prong Flash Hider, as the thin prongs tended to bend & break. This version is proper for Model 602 & 603 rifles, as well as the XM16E1 issued to the US Military and used during Vietnam. Looks great at home on a Retro rifle, or any AR-15 of your choice.
Price $15
The “Improved” Flash Hider was used following the discontinuation of the early “Duckbill” 3 Prong Flash Hider, as the thin prongs tended to bend & break. This version is proper for Model 602 & 603 rifles, as well as the XM16E1 issued to the US Military and used during Vietnam. Looks great at home on a Retro rifle, or any AR-15 of your choice.
AR-15 Triangle Retro 601 Charging Handle
Price $59.99
For those fans of the classic retro AR-15 look, Brownells teamed up with Nodak Spud to produce the Brownells Retro AR-15 Triangle Charging Handle.
The Brownells Retro AR-15 Triangle Charging Handle is not an approximation but a carefully researched, detailed replica of the charging handle found on early, much-sought-after "601" rifles issued to the Air Force in the early 1960s. In fact, to distinguish our reproduction from originals, we had to engrave "BRN" hidden away at the bottom to prevent these from being confused with the genuine article.
Price $59.99
For those fans of the classic retro AR-15 look, Brownells teamed up with Nodak Spud to produce the Brownells Retro AR-15 Triangle Charging Handle.
The Brownells Retro AR-15 Triangle Charging Handle is not an approximation but a carefully researched, detailed replica of the charging handle found on early, much-sought-after "601" rifles issued to the Air Force in the early 1960s. In fact, to distinguish our reproduction from originals, we had to engrave "BRN" hidden away at the bottom to prevent these from being confused with the genuine article.
20rd Waffle Steel Magazine
reg $49.99, SALE $34.99
The Brownells Retro Waffle steel 20-round M16 magazine is a close replica of the original military M16 magazines issued in the late 1950s and early ’60s. With the distinctive waffle pattern stamped into its steel (NOT aluminum!) body, just like the originals, our Waffle 20-round M16 magazine gives the final touch of period accuracy to your "retro" reproduction rifle.
Most of the original USGI waffle mags were destroyed by the Department of Defense and so are extremely rare and hard to come by - and the few that survived are collector’s items too valuable to shoot. Our mags give you the period-correct appearance at a fraction of the cost, with 100% up-to-date and reliable innards for dependable function in ANY AR-15 - new, old, or reproduction.
reg $49.99, SALE $34.99
The Brownells Retro Waffle steel 20-round M16 magazine is a close replica of the original military M16 magazines issued in the late 1950s and early ’60s. With the distinctive waffle pattern stamped into its steel (NOT aluminum!) body, just like the originals, our Waffle 20-round M16 magazine gives the final touch of period accuracy to your "retro" reproduction rifle.
Most of the original USGI waffle mags were destroyed by the Department of Defense and so are extremely rare and hard to come by - and the few that survived are collector’s items too valuable to shoot. Our mags give you the period-correct appearance at a fraction of the cost, with 100% up-to-date and reliable innards for dependable function in ANY AR-15 - new, old, or reproduction.
M16 Chrome Bolt Carrier Group
reg $149.99, SALE $89.99
The Brownells M16 Chrome 5.56 Complete Bolt Carrier Group included a bolt machined from 9310 steel, which is magnetic particle inspected & finished with a slick chrome finish. The carrier is fabricated from 8620 hardened steel and also receives the same, durable chrome application. In addition to the bolt and carrier, the extractor, gas key and cam pin also are chromed to ensure all moving parts are corrosion resistant and as slick as possible. The Brownells M16 5.56 Chrome Complete Bolt Carrier Group is designed to work easily and reliably in any AR-15 or M16 rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm, 300 AAC Blackout or .223 Remington.
The perfect complement to a retro build, these BCGs are available with or without forward assist serrations. The model without serrations is similar to the original BCG found on early AR-15s, such as the Air Force 601. The model with serrations could be found on early XM16E1 models in the mid-1960s.
reg $149.99, SALE $89.99
The Brownells M16 Chrome 5.56 Complete Bolt Carrier Group included a bolt machined from 9310 steel, which is magnetic particle inspected & finished with a slick chrome finish. The carrier is fabricated from 8620 hardened steel and also receives the same, durable chrome application. In addition to the bolt and carrier, the extractor, gas key and cam pin also are chromed to ensure all moving parts are corrosion resistant and as slick as possible. The Brownells M16 5.56 Chrome Complete Bolt Carrier Group is designed to work easily and reliably in any AR-15 or M16 rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm, 300 AAC Blackout or .223 Remington.
The perfect complement to a retro build, these BCGs are available with or without forward assist serrations. The model without serrations is similar to the original BCG found on early AR-15s, such as the Air Force 601. The model with serrations could be found on early XM16E1 models in the mid-1960s.
- Durable, lubricious chrome finish
- Magnetic-particle inspected, 9310 bolt
- M16 8620 steel carrier (works with standard AR-15 rifles)
- Extractor includes spring and rubber insert
- Includes torqued and staked gas key
- Functions with any cartridge based on the 5.56 NATO cartridge case
AR-15 M16 A1 Lower Receiver (Grey)
Price $150
Designed in conjunction with Nodak Spud, the BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver matches the features of the original M16A1 Receiver. Perfect for a “Retro” or reproduction build, these lowers precisely mirror the original profile.
Features specific to the BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver are the proper M16A1 front takedown lug profile, and profile surrounding the receiver extension. Most forged lower receivers produced today feature “A2” profiles, which are incorrect for M16A1 reproduction builds. The lower starts off as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging, then is machined to mil-spec dimensions.
Price $150
Designed in conjunction with Nodak Spud, the BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver matches the features of the original M16A1 Receiver. Perfect for a “Retro” or reproduction build, these lowers precisely mirror the original profile.
Features specific to the BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver are the proper M16A1 front takedown lug profile, and profile surrounding the receiver extension. Most forged lower receivers produced today feature “A2” profiles, which are incorrect for M16A1 reproduction builds. The lower starts off as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging, then is machined to mil-spec dimensions.
AR-15 XM16E1 Lower Receivers (Grey)
Price $149.99
The Brownells XM16E1 lower receiver is a replica of the receiver on the original XM16E1 rifles developed for the U.S. Army in the 1960s. We worked with the folks at Nodak Spud to produce a receiver that replicates the exact contours and "partial fence" configuration of the original XM16E1, making it perfect for a Retro build replicating the early Army M16s (see Gun Tech Note™ below fore details)
Each of our XM16E1 lower receivers starts life as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging that is precision-machined to final dimensions before receiving a gray hardcoat anodized finish that gives the best match to the color of the originals.
Price $149.99
The Brownells XM16E1 lower receiver is a replica of the receiver on the original XM16E1 rifles developed for the U.S. Army in the 1960s. We worked with the folks at Nodak Spud to produce a receiver that replicates the exact contours and "partial fence" configuration of the original XM16E1, making it perfect for a Retro build replicating the early Army M16s (see Gun Tech Note™ below fore details)
Each of our XM16E1 lower receivers starts life as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging that is precision-machined to final dimensions before receiving a gray hardcoat anodized finish that gives the best match to the color of the originals.
AR-15 BRN-601 Lower Receivers (Grey)
Price $149.99
Our BRN-601 lower receiver is a replica of the very first AR-15, the Model 601. Designed in conjunction with the folks at Nodak Spud, our receiver precisely mirrors the features and "slab-side" profile of the original. As a result, our BRN-601 lower is perfect for a "Retro" or reproduction build of a very early AR-15 (see Gun Tech Note™ below for details).
Price $149.99
Our BRN-601 lower receiver is a replica of the very first AR-15, the Model 601. Designed in conjunction with the folks at Nodak Spud, our receiver precisely mirrors the features and "slab-side" profile of the original. As a result, our BRN-601 lower is perfect for a "Retro" or reproduction build of a very early AR-15 (see Gun Tech Note™ below for details).
AR-15 Slickside Upper Receiver (Grey)
Price $149.99
The Brownells AR-15 / M16 Slickside Upper Receiver precisely mirrors the contours of the original, early AR-15 upper receiver. Perfect for your next "Retro" or reproduction build, our upper has the following features specific to the original Slickside:
Price $149.99
The Brownells AR-15 / M16 Slickside Upper Receiver precisely mirrors the contours of the original, early AR-15 upper receiver. Perfect for your next "Retro" or reproduction build, our upper has the following features specific to the original Slickside:
- Correct early-style carry handle contours
- No shell deflector
- No forward assist
- A1-pattern rear sight housing
AR-15 M16 A1 Upper Receiver (Black)
Price $150
Designed in conjunction with Nodak Spud, the Brownells M16A1 Upper Receiver matches the features of the original M16A1 Receiver. Perfect for a “Retro” or reproduction build, these uppers precisely mirror the original profile. This match is only possible by utilizing forgings with the proper profile built-in.
Features specific to the Brownells M16A1 Upper Receiver are the original A1 profile, with no shell deflector, A1 rear sight housing and proper carry handle contours. The upper starts off as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging, then is machined to mil-spec dimensions. Once machined, the upper is finished with a matte gray or matte black hard anodized finish. The gray finish mimics the original anodizing found on the early rifles. The black finish matches most modern lowers found on the market today, as well as the Brownells BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver sold separately. Upper receiver does NOT have M4 feedramps.
Price $150
Designed in conjunction with Nodak Spud, the Brownells M16A1 Upper Receiver matches the features of the original M16A1 Receiver. Perfect for a “Retro” or reproduction build, these uppers precisely mirror the original profile. This match is only possible by utilizing forgings with the proper profile built-in.
Features specific to the Brownells M16A1 Upper Receiver are the original A1 profile, with no shell deflector, A1 rear sight housing and proper carry handle contours. The upper starts off as a 7075 T6 aluminum forging, then is machined to mil-spec dimensions. Once machined, the upper is finished with a matte gray or matte black hard anodized finish. The gray finish mimics the original anodizing found on the early rifles. The black finish matches most modern lowers found on the market today, as well as the Brownells BRN-16A1 Lower Receiver sold separately. Upper receiver does NOT have M4 feedramps.
M16 Model 601 Lower Receiver Pivot Pin
Price $14.99
The Brownells M16 Model 601 Pivot Pin serves two purposes in your retro M16 / AR-15 build. First, the button has the correct contour to give your rifle an extra level of detail accuracy.
Second, and more important, this M16 Model 601 Pivot Pin must be used on the Brownells M16 BRN-601 retro lower receiver. The reason? Our lower so accurately replicates the original Model 601 receiver so closely that it does not have the modern magazine fence to allow use of a modern AR-15 detent spring and pin.
Price $14.99
The Brownells M16 Model 601 Pivot Pin serves two purposes in your retro M16 / AR-15 build. First, the button has the correct contour to give your rifle an extra level of detail accuracy.
Second, and more important, this M16 Model 601 Pivot Pin must be used on the Brownells M16 BRN-601 retro lower receiver. The reason? Our lower so accurately replicates the original Model 601 receiver so closely that it does not have the modern magazine fence to allow use of a modern AR-15 detent spring and pin.
- Machined from hardened 4130 carbon steel
- Period-correct matte black (dark gray) phosphate Parkerized finish
- Long-wearing hardened stainless steel detent ball included
- Required pivot pin for use on BRN-601 Lower Receiver (#078-000-359)
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