Patriot Ordnance Factory Minuteman Direct Impingement 5.56mm NATO 16.5in Black Anodized Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds - Minutemen were civilian colonists tasked with being a defensive force to be prepared at a moment's notice. They took it upon themselves to be trained in various weapons and tactics. We deeply admire their patriotism and self-reliance. The "Minuteman" is POF's twist on what a direct impingement serious carbine should be, topped with the controls and enhancements most important to remain mobile and light. Rear QD Ambidextrous Sling Swivel Plate Anti-Tilt Buffer Tube Ambidextrous Strike Eagle Charging Handle Straight 3.5lb Match Grade Trigger Key-Lock DI Bolt Carrier Group With Our Patented Roller Cam Pin Renegade Rail With Patented Oversized Heat Sink Barrel Nut Carbine Length Gas System On Pistol Midlength Gas System On Rifle Proprietary 3-Prong Flash Hider Nitride Heat-Treated Barrel