The M16 has a special place in my heart. My military career revolved around two versions of the rifle. In bootcamp, I became familiar with the aging but rugged M16A2, becoming intimately familiar with its handling characteristics. In SOI and the fleet (Marine Corp infantry) I spent 99% of my time with an M16A4. The only difference between the A2 and A4, that I saw, was the A4 had a rail instead of a built-in carry handle that housed the rear sight. Other than that, there were no real functional differences.
About a year ago, I got myself a PSA16 which is pretty much like the M16A4, but without the metal rail system. It has rekindled my love for the M16 system, but is tempting me to buy a Harrington and Richardson M16A2 reproduction just so I can benefit from the battle proven iron sight/carrying handle setup. Anyways, this is what sparked this article.
About a year ago, I got myself a PSA16 which is pretty much like the M16A4, but without the metal rail system. It has rekindled my love for the M16 system, but is tempting me to buy a Harrington and Richardson M16A2 reproduction just so I can benefit from the battle proven iron sight/carrying handle setup. Anyways, this is what sparked this article.
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