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Watchtower Firearms Type 15M 5.56mm NATO 16in Black Nitride Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds
5.56 NATO1:2 twistNFA Item: No
68/ 100

Outfitters Score™

Good

Watchtower Firearms scores as a unrated build with excellent value pricing and a bare-bones configuration.

Our proprietary rating combines brand tier, price percentile within the caliber, feature completeness, barrel versatility, retailer availability, caliber practicality, and use-case fit.

Brand Quality12/25
Value20/20
Feature Completeness5/15
Barrel10/15
Availability8/10
Caliber10/10
Use Case Fit3/5

Description

Watchtower Firearms Type 15M 5.56mm NATO 16in Black Nitride Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds - The Type 15M is an impressive firearm that serves as a reliable workhorse for any American. A dedicated system to function when you need it most and is protected by a no-nonsense Lifetime Warranty against anything. The system is installed from the factory with a 13.7-inch S7M free-floating handguard that uses M-LOK attachment slots, 4 QD points, and a full-length 1913 Picatinny rail. A versatile rail for customizations and accessory attachments, catering to various shooting preferences and tactical needs. All internal components are hard coated or black nitrided to protect against the elements over time. The mechanics of this system are battle-proven, making it a reliable, long-lasting firearm that can be easily cleaned for maintenance. Our furniture choice is B5 Systems reinforced polymer pistol grip and buttstock to provide better ergonomics and a comfortable and controlled shooting experience. Overall, the Type 15M is a full-length modern sporting rifle that is well-engineered and is a platform designed to meet the demands of military specifications to serve as a general-purpose firearm. FEATURES: Receiver: Type 15 7075-T6 Forged Aluminum; Handguard: 13.7in S7M Handguard; Muzzle Device: 1/2 x 28 Flash Hider; Bolt Carrier Group: 5.56mm NATO Durabolt, Black Nitride; Trigger: Mil-spec; Safety Selector: Mil-spec; Charging Handle: Mil-spec; Grip: B5 Systems Type 23 P-grip; Stock: B5 Bravo Stock; Finishes: Black; Collapsed Length: 33in; Extended Length: 36.25in; Weight : 6.1lbs; INCLUDES: WATCHTOWER slim profile hard case; 1x 30-round magazine; 1x rifle lock; Manufacturer Lifetime Warranty card;

Features

Free Float|M Lok|Picatinny|Nitride|Mil Spec|Lifetime Warranty

Full Specifications

Overview

BrandWatchtower Firearms
ModelT15M-556-14-BLK
SKU1938683
Rifle Typesemi auto
PlatformAR15
Caliber5.56 NATO
UPC0810085124528

Barrel

Barrel Finishnitride
Barrel Profilelightweight
Twist Rate1:2
Thread Pitch1/2x28

Receiver

Receiver Material7075-T6
Receiver Finishanodized
Receiver Typeforged
Forward AssistNo
Dust CoverNo

Handguard

Handguard Typem-lok
Handguard Materialaluminum
Free FloatYes

Furniture

Stock ModelB5 Bravo
Buffer Tubemil-spec

Trigger

Trigger Typemil-spec

Muzzle

Muzzle Deviceflash-hider
Suppressor ReadyNo

Sights & Optics

Optic ReadyYes

Dimensions & Weight

Weight6.1 lbs
Magazine Capacity30 rounds

Finish

Finishblack

Compliance

CA CompliantNo
ClassificationRifle
NFA ItemNo

What's Included (Complete Rifle)

This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.

Upper Receiver

7075-T6

Lower Receiver

forged

Barrel

Bolt Carrier Group

Handguard

m-lok, Free Float

Stock

B5 Bravo

Grip

Trigger

mil-spec

Muzzle Device

flash-hider

Charging Handle

Gas Block

Gas Tube

Buffer Tube

Iron Sights

Optic

Watchtower Firearms

Type 15M 5.56mm NATO 16in Black Nitride Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds

T15M-556-14-BLK

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