Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine
Auto-Ordnance has a new “Tactical Folding Stock Model” M1 Carbine out later this year.
Black polymer folding stock, metal handguard
The Auto-Ordnance M1 .30 Caliber carbine is produced in Kahr’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Worcester, MA. The Auto-Ordnance carbines are produced using newly manufactured parts on high precision computerized machinery.
Markings include the following: Auto-Ordnance, Worcester, MA behind the rear sight; U.S. Carbine, Cal. 30 ML on the receiver in front of the bolt and the serial number is engraved on the left side of the receiver.
Specs:
Barrel 18″
Length 36 1/2″ overall, 27 1/2″ (Folded)
Weight 5 lbs 13 ounces
Finish Parkerized
Sight Post front sight, flip style rear sight
Stock Polymer
Magazine One 15 Shot stick
Price $792.00
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That is really cool, makes it look a lot more modern.
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I have had the opportunity to examine some of these Auto-Ord carbines and the machining and fit and finish look good, but I have to wonder who will buy them. MSRP is far more than the “street” price but the dealers still want $650 to $700 for them at funshows. I must say that I can understand why a collector would pay that kind of money to get into a cherry Rock-Ola or IBM or Winchester, but who would pay this much for a new-production Carbine with zero collector interest, which won’t hold its value?
They cost twice what they should. I built my last AR for less than that. I found an unfired Cav Arms complete lower assembly on the Equipment Exchange at Arfcom for $180, a complete A2 upper cobbled together of assorted no-name parts with a chrome-lined surplus barrel for $250, and a RRA bolt carrier group plus charging handle for $125. That’s $555 for a working AR that is more accurate than I can hold, which has had zero malfunctions in several hundred rounds of ammo so far. Once collector interest and aesthetic considerations of wood vs. plastic go are considered, and we look at actual utility, it seems to me that there isn’t going to be much market for the new Carbine at that price. It is overpriced by at least $200 even to compete with the Mini-14. So I have to wonder just what it is they’re thinking at Auto-Ord these days.
I just purchased the Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine (AOM130) at a local gunshow for $708.00 including tax. Yep, that’s right the good old wood stock model of traditional WWII, Korea, and early Vietnam vintage. I am pleased with the price as well as the look and feel of the weapon. I think the folding stock on the AOM160 will probably interfere with firing and reloading operations. Furthermore, the FFL dealer’s price was $650.00, which is virtually $160.00 off the posted price for this model on the Kahr Arms/Auto-Ornance website. You WILL NOT find any of the original production M1 Carbines for this price at gunshows. Most FFL types are purchasing their antique/collector M1 Carbines from CMP and hiking the price by at least $250-300.00. If anybody does not believe me, then check out the ODCMP website. CMP is currently offering vintage M1 Carbines received from Italy in at best their “Service Grade” but most weapons are of the lower “Rack Grade” category. Therefore, those folks who want a good shooter for an equitable price should highly consider purchasing the Kahr Arms/Auto-Ordnance reproduction M1 Carbine.
Satisfied customer and retired U.S. Marine Paratrooper.
Thanks for the comment Bill
You guys that lament about the “high prices” of newly manufactured firearms seem to forget that firearms manufactures are in a “business” and not a charity. The price that Kahr is charging for this tactical M1 carbine seems reasonable. Ruger charges similar prices for its line of Mini rifles in .223 and 7.62 x 39. People grumble about how they can buy an OLD M1 carbine at lower prices. But, with the Kahr version of the M1, is that a person is paying for a “newly manufactured” M1 carbine that is made with NEW PARTS and comes with a WARRANTY. Sure, go ahead and save some dollars with buying a 60 year old firearm, with the unknown factor how worn the working parts are, and with no warranty, either.