The original rifles were developed by the Beretta company in the late 1960s for the Italian Army. They were the equivalent to the M16A2 rifles, however better they use a piston driven gas system and not the gas impengment system, making them more reliable and cleaner. With the interest in the Colt AR-15 rifles during the early 1970s, very few of these rifles were actually imported to the United States. The left side of the receiver is marked; "BERETTA, PATENTED, MADE IN ITALY/Mod. AR 70/.223" and the right side is marked " Mod. 70/SPORT". This rifle features a two position, adjustable rear sight with a post front sight similar to the early AR15s. The top of the receiver is fitted with a scope rail and it has a synthetic stock and forearm with a ribbed synthetic grip.

Very good with 90% of the original finish. Displaying general handling marks, light surface scratches, and a loss of finish near the front sling swivel. The stock and grip are very good with general handling marks. Mechanically excellent.