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US Army 1977 M16A1 Rifle Operator’s Manual

This US Army 1977 M16A1 Rifle Operator’s Manual is an original military-issued guide that served as the official training and instruction booklet for soldiers operating the M16A1 rifle. It includes detailed information on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, field stripping, and marksmanship techniques, complete with technical illustrations and safety procedures.

Perfect for collectors of military memorabilia, Vietnam-era historians, or enthusiasts of U.S. service rifles, this manual offers a direct look into the training materials used by American troops in the late 1970s. It remains in very good vintage condition with clear, readable pages and no missing content—a valuable piece of Cold War-era small arms history.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The M16A1 rifle became standard issue for U.S. forces during the Vietnam War, replacing the M14. By 1977, the U.S. Army had refined its training materials for the M16A1, leading to the production of updated manuals like this one. Field Manual 23-9 provided soldiers with a comprehensive resource for understanding and maintaining their service weapon in a variety of conditions. These manuals were typically distributed in basic training and during active service, making surviving original copies historically significant and highly collectible.

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