Palmetto State Armory PA-15 Retro XM177 5.56 NATO AR-15 Pistol – 10.5" Chrome-Lined Barrel, Collapsible Stock
Palmetto State Armory’s PA-15 Retro XM177 captures the look and handling of the Vietnam-era Colt XM177 Commando in a modern, range-ready package. A 10.5" chrome-lined pencil barrel, correct A1 carry-handle upper, and two-position CAR stock deliver authentic styling backed by new-production materials and precise machining.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent – showing only faint signs of prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent – sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and blemishes are present but do not affect function or appearance from a short distance.
What’s Included
- Palmetto State Armory PA-15 Retro XM177 pistol
- One 30-round straight aluminum STANAG magazine
- One 20-round curved aluminum STANAG magazine
This faithful reproduction uses forged 7075-T6 receivers with classic SAFE/FIRE roll marks and lacks the shell deflector found on later AR variants, mirroring the original XM177 profile.
The 10.5" 4150 CMV steel pencil barrel is chrome-lined for longevity and threaded 1/2-28 tpi. A 4.5" XM177-style flash hider/sound moderator extends overall length while preserving period correctness.
Lightweight carbine-length ribbed polymer handguards, an A1 front sight base without bayonet lug, and an integral A1 rear aperture provide the iron-sight picture familiar to service rifles of the era.
A two-position CAR-15 style collapsible stock pairs with an A1 checkered pistol grip for compact transport and authentic ergonomics, while the hard-coat anodized matte black finish protects the aluminum receivers from wear.
Chambered in 5.56 NATO (.223 Rem.) and built on a direct-impingement platform, this PA-15 Retro XM177 offers modern reliability with classic style, and ships with both 20- and 30-round magazines for range versatility.