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buffer and buffer spring?
can I use a buffer and buffer spring from a m-16 in a ar-15 carbine that I am building?
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- ?Lv 51 decade agoFavorite Answer
the M16 and M4 have different buffers and springs. if youre building a compact version, like the m4, dont use the M16 buffer and spring theyre too long. otherwise, yes the parts should be interchangeable.
Source(s): active duty marine armorer - Anonymous1 decade ago
Yes, the only difference between the two weapons is the selector switch and sear assembly.
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