Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th

Side Charging Bear Creek Arsenal and Anderson Manufacturing AM-15 Semi-Automatic Rifle 5.56 NATO with 21.5 Inch Barrel

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Start price: $10

Estimated price: $400 - $550

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Description

This lot features a semi-automatic modern sporting rifle built on an Anderson Manufacturing AM-15 lower receiver chambered in 5.56 NATO. The firearm is equipped with a Bear Creek Arsenal side-charging upper receiver and a 21.5-inch stainless steel barrel featuring attractive silver-tone spiral fluting. Key markings on the lower receiver include the Anderson Manufacturing horse head logo followed by ANDERSON MANUFACTURING, HEBRON, KY, AM-15, MULTI CAL, and the serial number 16086361. The upper receiver is prominently marked BEAR CREEK ARSENAL above the ejection port. The barrel is stamped 5.56 NATO 1:8 SS. The rifle is configured with a black fixed polymer A2-style stock with a rear trapdoor storage compartment, a checkered polymer pistol grip, and an octagonal M-LOK handguard. Mounted accessories include a Monstrum Banshee 2-10×30 variable power scope with a MIL-dot reticle on a Monstrum cantilever mount, a birdcage-style flash hider, and a vertical foregrip that integrates a bipod function. A pair of Hexmag HX-AR Series 2 30-round polymer magazines in olive drab with orange followers are included. The action appears to function correctly, though mechanical safety has not been independently verified. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.


Condition report:

The rifle presents in good used condition with the matte black finish showing minor surface scuffs and dust consistent with light handling. The stainless steel spiral-fluted barrel is bright with no significant pitting visible. The bore appears bright with strong, well-defined rifling. The polymer stock and handguard are in good order with only negligible handling marks. The optic exhibits clear glass and the mechanical side-charging handle operates smoothly. Both included polymer magazines show light wear and are marked 5.56x45mm NATO.