I am now offering quality replica M60 machine guns and M16 rifles for sale. These dummy weapons are produced from a combination of demilled and reproduction parts to build durable but affordable display pieces. Details follow:

M60 Machine Gun

These replicas are constructed using a newly manufactured receiver trunion with demilled receiver and barrel components welded to it. An original butt stock with folding butt plate and sling swivel is attached to the rear of the receiver. A reproduction solid cast top cover is fixed to the top of the receiver. It opens to facilitate a belt of dummy ammo (not included). An original bipod is used (evidence of welding/grinding from reconstructing the demilled parts may be visible). An original steel bipod yoke is welded to the barrel (some other replica M60s use a reproduction bipod yoke that can break easily). The mounting pins for use with vehicle mounts are included standard on these M60s. Each M60 is tested fitted to a mount to ensure that it will fit when you receive it. These dummies come with a cast aluminum reproduction carrying handle. I have used these without any problem, but I have heard comments that they can break if caution is not used when handling the weapon. An original steel carrying handle upgrade is available for an additional $25.

I feel that these are a good alternative to cast resin models which can be fragile and usually aren't ready to be vehicle mounted, or high priced replicas built from parts kits that can cost as much as $2,000-$3,000 or more. Each M60 I sell is shipped with a copy of an ATF letter stating the requirements for a "nonfunctional replica of the M60 machine gun". These are priced at just $1,095 each shipped.

M60D Machine Gun

The first models with spade grips known as the M60D have been completed. These are like the M60s used by door gunners and mounted in the gun pods on early Huey gunships.

M60Ds are priced the same as standard models, $1,095 each shipped. E-mail jsinvent@charter.net for more information.

M16 Rifle

These realistic looking dummy rifles are assembled on a solid cast receiver. Original parts include the butt stock, pistol grip, hand guards, and a demilled barrel section from the front sight to the flash suppresser. They are available with either A1 (triangular) or A2 (round) hand guards. The photographs represent an A2 model. These M16 replicas do not come with an ATF letter since no original receiver components were used. Priced at $225 each shipped.

This is not a full time business for the manufacturer and these replicas are produced on a limited basis. Depending on the current inventory and which model you request, it may take a few weeks to build it. Most of the original components used in these weapons (M16 barrels and front sights or M60 receiver sections and bipod legs, for example) will show minor pitting from poor storage after being demilled. These parts are refinished and not rusty when shipped.

NOTE: To comply with government laws, all replicas manufactured now will be shipped with the muzzle or flash suppresser painted orange! These replicas are available in the U.S. only. Additional shipping charges may apply to AK or HI. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to comply with state and local laws or ordinances pertaining to ownership, use, and display of replica weapons. I can not ship to an address in Maryland, Connecticut or California.

If you would like more information or want to purchase one of these dummy weapons, e-mail me at jsinvent@charter.net or call Joe at 770-359-7701.

Thanks, Joe

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