mine does have the markings on the barrel, 1\9 and 556 nato..
VERY Concerned - First Post too...:(
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mine does have the markings on the barrel, 1\9 and 556 nato..
MPDC
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Could it be one of these, built out?
Smith & Wesson M&P15 Stripped Lower Receiver $136.00 SHIPS FREE
Smith & Wesson M&P15 Stripped Lower Receiver $136.00 SHIPS FREE
MPDC
Member
IF you have the seller's info. and phone number call and ask about it. A gunsmith could check the bbl. and probably tell you what it is (OR ISN'T).
Good luck with it, hope it turns out OK.
OK... my thoughts exactly about it being a built lower receiver... as I mentioned earlier.. call Smith again and ask them to check it as a receiver not a complete gun...? But... since I live 10 minutes from Smith... I doubt they will be open today... 12 plus inches of snow as I type and more on the way... the wind is whipping and no cars are on the road...
I am trying to get the info from my seller. He , of course, bought it from someone else and has "no idea" how that could have happened. I figured I am screwed either way.
As far as a gunsmith, how would they be able to tell if it a .223 barrel vs a 5.56 barrel ? Everything I am reading says they are the same, yet different. LOL
As far as a gunsmith, how would they be able to tell if it a .223 barrel vs a 5.56 barrel ? Everything I am reading says they are the same, yet different. LOL
MPDC
Member
Different pressure tolerances . However, he may recognize the bbl. as to manufacture, quality, etc.
Talked to a friend today who has a chamber bore gauge. He says he can measure if the head space is set up for .223 or 5.56mm . He didn't know off hand what the measurements were, but had them written with the gauge. That will at least make me feel better about shooting it. If it shoots good, I might just keep it!
Spoke with two different dealers today, and they both said "Who cares?! " Keep it and shoot if, if yo don't like it, build on it! So it looks like I will just keep it, and see how it shoots. Both guys also said, so long as I stay in the 55 - 65 gr. ammo, it'll shoot fine no matter what it is chambered for. They have also neither seen an AR barrel chambered for .223 specifically. Are they less knowledgeable than the people that claim otherwise?
MPDC
Member
http://le.atk.com/pdf/223VS556.pdf
NOTE: S&W spec sheet specifically lists 5.56 as the caliber. I would think, considering liability issues that these models ARE chambered for 5.56 unless specified as otherwise. S&W does, in fact make a .223 model and markets it as such.
http://www.smith-wesson.com/wcsstore/SmWesson/upload/other/ps/811003.pdf
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Well......got a call from S&W today......seems they are very interested in getting this rifle into their possession ! Hopefully they can make it worth my while, and they can get to the bottom of where this thing originated from! Thanks for all the help folks! Look forward to a new M&P and finally getting to shoot it!
Bet you really do get a new MP15 and one of your choice or more.... I have a funny feeling, that they think something criminal has occurred... serial numbers are no joke, when a guns serial number cannot be located in the data base... you figure it out..
I received an email saying that a call tag has been sent and once examined, I would receive a replacement. I replied and stated I wasn't real comfortable with that. Also, in our first conversation, the gentleman said he wanted to buy my gun and give me another. I am a bit confused about where I stand. I want a replacement gun, yes. When I send mine to them ,though, I have absolutely nothing. Maybe I am excited and thinking I have more than I really have, but I was under the impression by our first phone call that he really wanted this gun. Am i taking this way out of proportion? Am I expecting too much?
MPDC
Member
I'm heading over there now.... going to their shooting range\Retail Store.. I'll put in a good word for ya.. who have you been emailing with, you must have a name..
c.marsh
Member
HAVE THE CHAMBER AN BARREL plugged an measured
TAKE THE RIFLE to a gunsmith an have the chamber an barrel plugged an measured/////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
TAKE THE RIFLE to a gunsmith an have the chamber an barrel plugged an measured/////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
arizona98tj
US Veteran
Just curious....who informed you that it would be replaced?
They have requested you allow them to look at it....on their nickle. I seriously doubt they will keep it and leave you without a rifle. That is called theft.
I personally would send it to them...not because I expect them to replace it. Perhaps you stumbled on a counterfeit gun? if so, you'll be helping S&W by allowing them to examine it.
Just my $.02.
Dragon88
Member
Yup, it sounds to me like they want to examine the gun, not blindly replace it. Consider this as an inspection, they will examine the gun and make sure it conforms to S&W specifications. Part of that will undoubtedly be a serial number check, gauging, examining of the parts, etc. Do not be afraid that S&W will steal your gun. Send it in on their dime if that's what you want to do and wait for a call or email. Then go from there.
