1. Do not deal with someone who is wiling to break federal law by shipping to anyone but an FFL. You can't trust a cheater.
2. If you spending more for a gun than you are willing to throw away, research and choose a reputable escrow company to hold the funds until you receive and are satisfied with your purchase.
In your serial number range HRA was using a mix of HRA, LMR, and SA barrels.
My rifle would be toward the end of production? House clean up or just shortage of HRA barrels?
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