This is the current-production Colt SOCOM M4A1 lower receiver — the genuine Colt-forged, Colt-rollmarked, UID-tagged lower that forms the foundation of an authentic SOCOM M4A1 clone. Rollmarked "PROPERTY OF U.S. GOVT", "M4A1 CARBINE CAL. 5.56MM", and bearing the COLT pony with a unique laser-etched UID data matrix tag — the exact markings found on serialized rifles issued to USSOCOM units.
The receiver is forged from 7075-T6 aluminum by Colt in West Hartford, then machined and hardcoat anodized to the mil-spec M4A1 TDP. This is a complete semi-auto lower: Colt LPK, standard trigger group, H1 carbine buffer, carbine recoil spring, and a mil-spec 6-position receiver extension installed. Shipped without a stock so you can add the SOPMOD, B5 SOPMOD, or VLTOR EMOD of your choice to match the exact Block you're cloning.
Colt SOCOM lowers with the UID tag are the single most important part on a credible SOCOM M4A1 clone — and Colt produces them in limited quantities. These do not stay in stock.
Order yours today and anchor your SOCOM clone with the real deal.
THIS IS A SERIALIZED FIREARM. It must ship to a Federal Firearms License holder. No civilian exceptions.
Buying and shipping through Charlie’s is easy, but there is some information you need to know. Only a federally licensed firearms dealer may receive a firearm or federally regulated serialized item (like a receiver or suppressor). We cannot ship these items directly to you. Please follow these steps to process your transaction:
1) Check your state laws to make sure the federally regulated item you want to purchase is legal in your state. Your FFL dealer should be able to give you all of the necessary information regarding your state specific laws. But, if we ship to your FFL, and there is a legal issue, we cannot accept a return. So please make sure that you know and follow your local and state laws.
2) A quick google search will show you what Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL) dealers are in your area. When you are ready to purchase, contact the FFL dealer you would like to use and get their shipping address. During the check-out, put YOUR address in the “billing” section and the FFL DEALER’S address in the “shipping” section. If you don’t know your FFLs address, that’s okay. You can send the information later.
3) After check out, make sure to contact your FFL dealer to ensure they will receive your shipment for you (most do this for a small fee, but you should always double check).
4) Have your dealer send us a copy of their FFL to FFL@CharliesCustomClones.com. Charlie’s does not reach to your FFL (MAKE THEM EARN THEIR FEE!!!)
5) Be patient! In order to ensure we remain compliant with all federal laws, our compliance department is kept separate from our sales and operations team. Please allow a few days for our compliance officer to verify all of your dealer’s documents and ensure all federal laws are being observed. You should hear from our compliance department within 3-4 business days. If not, feel free to reach out for a status update.
That’s it! We try to make this process as simple as possible for our customers, but if you are unfamiliar the process or have any other questions, please visit our How to Buy a Firearm page for more details.
California and New York residents please, click here. The process may be different due to state specific laws.
NOTE: The free shipping option does not apply to full rifles, unless purchased with a riflescope. If you choose free shipping at check-out, we will bill you for shipping later.