Heckler & Koch HK 93 A3 .223 Rem Preban German 1981 IB Code, Arlington VA Import, Retractable Stock
This German-made HK 93 A3 is a pre-1989 import with the 1981 'IB' date code and HK Inc. Arlington, VA import mark. It features the classic A3 retractable steel stock, diopter sights, and a roller-delayed blowback system with a fluted chamber. Original German proofs are present, and it retains the black paint-over-phosphate finish on a stamped steel receiver. This example includes two steel 20-round magazines and a bayonet with scabbard.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Specific Condition Details: This firearm is in solid functional shape. There are scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Factory paperwork packet (HK documents in plastic sleeve)
- HK 93 magazine loader
- HK 93 magazine unloader
- Green web sling
- Bayonet with scabbard and web belt hanger
- Two 25-round steel HK93-pattern magazines
German proof marks include the eagle over N and the Ulm stag-antler, with the 'IB' two-letter date code confirming 1981 manufacture. The import mark reads: 'Made in Germany / HK Inc. / Arl. Va. 22 201,' indicating early-1980s HK Inc.
Arlington, Virginia importation. These markings align with its preban status and provide clear provenance.
The rifle uses the HK roller-delayed blowback system and a fluted chamber, paired with an approximately 16-inch barrel capped by a long birdcage flash suppressor. The front triple frame includes a sling loop and has no bayonet adapter installed. A bayonet is provided; however, a bayonet adapter would have to be installed to mount it to this rifle.
Controls and furniture are period-correct: a semi-auto shelf receiver with button-only magazine release (no paddle), left-side forward charging handle, and selector markings '0' in white and '1' in red. The rear sight is a rotating diopter drum graduated 200–400 m, matched with a hooded front post for precise alignment.
The A3 retractable, telescoping steel stock features a checkered rubber buttpad and provides a length of pull of 14.0 inches. The rifle retains its slim black polymer handguard and polymer pistol grip. The stamped steel receiver wears a black paint-over-phosphate finish that complements the black furniture for a cohesive, original appearance.