Spike's Tactical ST-15 LE Mid-Length 16-Inch Barrel .223 Remington/5.56 NATO Rifle

A: Hi Michael, Both are great firearms. I'd go with Colt..Very close in comparison its more of do you prefer Colt or Spikes. Here are the specs for both - COLT - The Colt 6920 is the standard by which all other ARs are judged. It is chambered in 5.56 NATO and has a 16" chrome lined 1:7 twist barrel. This rifle comes with a 4 position collapsible M4 stock, M4 handguards with dual heat shield, flat top upper with Magpul MBUS rear sight, and above all the Colt Pony stamped on the receiver. -- Colt LE6920 Semi Auto Rifle -- 5.56 NATO chamber (accepts .223 Remington) -- 16" chrome-lined, M4 barrel -- 1:7" RH twist, 6 lands and grooves -- Gas operated, multi lug rotary locking bolt -- 30 Round Magazine -- Forged flat top upper receiver -- Magpul MBUS rear sight -- Anodized aluminum upper/lower receivers -- Standard M4 front sight base -- Two piece, black plastic handguards with dual heat shields -- Black 4 position buttstock -- Length: 32 to 35.5" -- Weight: 6.29 lbs -- Black Spikes --- 5.56mm

A: Read this for more info on both...http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=1214110

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A: These two rifles are so close in feature and function that they are nearly identical. Being an AR guy, the decision for me would be the advantage of the "Mid-Length" Gas System of the Spikes. It will yield lower receiver pressures (softer shooting) and will handle a wider range of cartridge pressures with less overall wear to the rifle. Accuracy, function, durability in my opinion are equal. The mid length gas system is a natural progression/advantage over the carbine length system of the LE6920.

A: The guns are so close in specs I would choose whichever I could get the best deal on IE price/extras

A: yes it is chrome lined Specs Magpul SL / N/A / Black Forged Upper Receiver 7075 T6 Construction Forward Assist Ejection Port Door Ejection Port Door Spring Ejection Port Door Rod 16" Mid Length Barrel MIL-B-11595E CMV Chrome Lined 1/7 Twist Rate 1/2 X 28 Thread Pitch for Muzzle 5.56 Nato Chamber .750 Gas Block Seat M4 Feed Ramped Barrel Extension Mil-Spec Phosphate Coating Delta Ring Assembly Mil-Spec Barrel Nut Delta Ring Weld Spring Snap Ring A2 Front Sight Base Pinned Front Sight Post FSP Detent FSP Detent Spring Magpul SL Handguard Black Mid Length Gas Tube Black Nitride Inside and Out Gas Tube Roll Pin Charging Handle Forged Aluminum Mil-Spec Type 3 Coating Phosphate M16 Complete BCG Phosphate Coated Laser Engraved with ST Spider logo High Pressure Tested (HPT) Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI) A2 Flash Hider 1/2" Crush Washer Magpul MBUS Rear Black

A: Hi Michael, Yes it is chrome lined Specs Magpul SL / N/A / Black Forged Upper Receiver 7075 T6 Construction Forward Assist Ejection Port Door Ejection Port Door Spring Ejection Port Door Rod 16" Mid Length Barrel MIL-B-11595E CMV Chrome Lined 1/7 Twist Rate 1/2 X 28 Thread Pitch for Muzzle 5.56 Nato Chamber .750 Gas Block Seat M4 Feed Ramped Barrel Extension Mil-Spec Phosphate Coating Delta Ring Assembly Mil-Spec Barrel Nut Delta Ring Weld Spring Snap Ring A2 Front Sight Base Pinned Front Sight Post FSP Detent FSP Detent Spring Magpul SL Handguard Black Mid Length Gas Tube Black Nitride Inside and Out Gas Tube Roll Pin Charging Handle Forged Aluminum Mil-Spec Type 3 Coating Phosphate M16 Complete BCG Phosphate Coated Laser Engraved with ST Spider logo High Pressure Tested (HPT) Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI) A2 Flash Hider 1/2" Crush Washer Magpul MBUS Rear Black

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A: No it's mil-spec which is 4150 CMV steel.

A: The Spike feels more solid to me over the Bushmaster. I think it's more dead-on too/

A: its well worth the extra $77

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A: The Bushmaster has a chromed barrel and chamber which should make it a bit more durable but probably not as accurate. It will take more abuse before it quits in harsh conditions.

A: Hi Fabian and welcome. This does not come with a magazine but will accept any standard AR Magazine or drum of any capacity. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

A: Hi Fabian, magazines are sold separately, so the magazine capacity is whatever size magazine you buy. This will take standard AR15 magazines. 30rd magazine here budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/1122/magpul+pmag+m2+moe+magazine+ar-15+.223+rem+5.56+nato+30rd , Stay safe & have a great day!