New: Watchtower Firearms Spec-Ops Type 15

Watchtower Firearms describes its new Spec-Ops Type 15 MSR as a “factory rifle with custom features.”

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posted on July 8, 2024
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The Watchtower Spec-Ops Type 15 rifle features a 7075-T651 billet aluminum receiver, 13.7-inch S7M free-floating handguard and is available chambered in either 5.56 mm NATO or .223 Wylde.
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New from Watchtower Firearms is the Spec-Ops Type 15 rifle, which includes a receiver crafted from 7075-T6 billet aluminum, ambidextrous charging handle and safety selector, Hiperfire trigger and B5 Systems Type 23 P-grip and B5 Systems Bravo Stock. In addition, the Spec-Ops Type 15 is available chambered in either 5.56 mm NATO or .223 Wylde.

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With a receiver made from 7075-T651 billet aluminum, the Watchtower Spec-Ops Type 15 rifle also includes a flat face, 1/2x28 compensator with graphite PVD finish.

 

More from Watchtower Firearms about the Spec-Ops Type 15 rifle: “This exceptional firearm offers clients a custom-quality product directly from the factory, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming customization. With its best-in-class components and innovative features, the Type 15 continues to revolutionize the MSR market.”

More features include the Hiperfire EDT2 Heavy Gunner trigger, PVD coating on the bolt carrier group and compensator, plus a 13.7-inch S7M handguard with M-LOK attachment slots and four quick-detach points, along with a full-length 1913 Picatinny rail.

Watchtower Spec-Ops Type 15
The Watchtower Firearms Spec-Ops Type 15 is available with a Black type III anodized finish, or one of three Cerakote colors: Flat Dark Earth, Olive Drab Green and Wolf Grey.

 

With a weight of seven pounds and measuring 33½ inches collapsed and 36¾ inches extended, the Watchtower Spec-Ops Type 15 is designed for portability and maneuverability.

Each rifle also includes a hard case, one 30-round magazine, rifle lock and a lifetime warranty.

MSRP is $1,479. Available finishes for the Watchtower Spec-Ops Type 15 are Black, FDE, OD Green and Wolf Gray. Learn more at watchtowerfirearms.com.

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