“It is believed that 788 scopes were sold (and delivered) to Bobby McDonald (of Cooper/McDonald). However, fewer than one hundred of these scopes can be currently accounted for, a fact making this optic an incredibly rare item today”

The image and quote above is from pages 166 & 167 of Vickers Guide Volume 1, Second Edition

I got exceptionally lucky recently and had an opportunity to buy one of the Colt / Knights Armament IAR6940H upper receiver prototypes that were part of the Colt IAR program. Below are a few photos. I will write more about this piece soon.

A couple of weeks ago, Clyde Armory in Athens, GA stocked some new Colt LE6920’s that were contract excess for the government of Mexico. These carbines carry the model designation of LE6920M001.

I have started photographing the box, accessories and rifle tonight and will have the photos up here in a few days.

The post below is from Colts Facebook and Instagram page. I really enjoy seeing these bits of Colt history.

Edwin H. Williams worked for Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Company From November 13, 1857 to February 15, 1925. A remarkable man who made a remarkable record of 67 years of service. #FactoryFriday

📷: Connecticut State Library