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[Michael Schiller]

Kris Kirby wrote:
> 
> Funny, that. I've been told that an M16 only costs the military $300 to
> replace. But that is any old M16, not a brand-new one. Tolerances, wear,
> etc.
> 
Yes, and before the ban on 'assault weapons' an AR-15 (the civilian
version of the M16) only cost around $500. Keep in mind quantity
discounts, the $300 figure for the military is about right, maybe even
on the high side. The only reason AR-15's are so expensive is the
demand, and supposed lack of supply.

-Mike

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