Charter Arms AR-7 Explorer Stratford, Conn. Semi-Auto .22 LR Rifle with Mounted Scope (16 in Barrel)
This Charter Arms AR-7 Explorer is a Stratford, Conn.-marked example of the classic takedown .22 LR semi-auto rifle. It features a black-finished receiver and a black synthetic hollow storage stock with a threaded storage buttcap, along with a large knurled threaded collar/nut for barrel retention. This rifle also includes a mounted tubular rifle scope and has the receiver markings and Charter Arms circular logo that identify its production period.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid functional shape with scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny. There is a crack in the stock just behind the receiver. No magazine is provided.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Tubular rifle scope (mounted)
- Detachable box magazine (AR-7 pattern) included
Built around the AR-7 Explorer platform, this rifle uses a blowback, semi-automatic action in .22 LR. The takedown configuration is supported by a large knurled threaded collar/nut, and the stock is a hollow storage design with a threaded storage buttcap.
The receiver is rollmarked "AR-7 EXPLORER" and "STRATFORD, CONN." and carries the Charter Arms circular logo. These markings, along with the noted Charter Arms production era for the AR-7 (1973 to 1990), provide clear manufacturer and location context for this example.
This rifle is finished in black, with a black receiver and black synthetic stock. It is equipped with a ramped/blade-style front sight, and it includes a mounted tubular rifle scope. Length of pull is listed at 15.0.
Barrel length is noted as 16 in. Capacity is listed as 8rd. Country of origin is the United States.