Imbel fal receiver. I have some of their Imbel L1A...

Imbel fal receiver. I have some of their Imbel L1A1 Sporters in my collection, and the build quality is excellent (which makes me think Century didn't build them!). Very rarely seen for sale locally FAL Imbel Paratrooper 7. I've heard that some of these were built on Imbel receivers that weren't marked with the Imbel logo. 308 Carbine same rifle as the full sized battle rifle but with a shorter 18 inch bbl. It will bolt right up to your IMBEL receiver. Imbel receivers were the LAST manufactured with express license permission from FN. However he wanted my opinion on a good build for a Imbel T3 receiver (CAI). Your source for new and surplus gun parts for the FAL and the L1A1 pattern firearms. Not all firearm Which DSA receiver is correct for an Imbel kit build, type I or II? Thanks. Imbel FAL Parts Kit Original barrel has visible rust spots inside. Is that true?? Thanks. So here it goes. Most of the receivers that Century Arms imported did not have that. For assembly with STG58, almost all R1/R4, and G1 parts kits, I recommend a type 1, or type 2 if preferred, upper receiver. 633 for 7. My StG. They also built inch pattern L1A1 Sporters with Imbel receivers. I seem to remember some threads about the new batch of Imbels being problematic. Other decent barrels out there are the bipod cut Argy's. 62x51 NATO / . And any ways this probably a dumb newbie question any ways. Imbel made semi-auto only upper receiver New recoil springs, charging handle plastic knob and carry handle plastic. On the side is labeled “receiver made by Imbel - Brazil” under that is Enterprise Arms. I accept USPS MO and Paypal Gift for payment. 2. between gear logo and no logo? I hear comments about getting a gear logo Imbel receiver. It will come with 1 surplus mag. Includes the lower receiver and recoil spring tube (as pictured). Barrel shoulder seating surface and locking foot are un-messed with. Photos attached of the built rifle and also (M) ARS CUSTOM ARGENTINE MARKED FAL 7. The Israeli FALO also nicknamed the "Hebrew Hammer" was a heavy squad automatic weapon that served the Israeli IDF for roughly 16 years. Are these cast and then machined or are they forged? Hey yall, I’m asking this for a friend. Built by ARS on a scrubbed Imbel type 3 receiver. In fact I've never seen an actual century build with any Imbel parts besides the receiver. 62 and 308 Win use. I know Imbel is good but I’ve seen mixed reviews of Enterprise Arms I tried the search. Refinished with high quality Manganese Phosphate (Parkerizing) Headspaced between 1. This was FAL-H rifle #155 and was an early Hesse prior to his US production FAL receiver. Get yours today! The only century FAL I'd own were the ones assembled in Canada for them using inch pattern parts in either IMBEL or Argentine FM receivers. Item Name: Item Gone: FS Imbel Fal Location: Woodstock Zip Code: 30189 Item is for: Sale Only Sale Price: 2000 Caliber: 308 Willing to Ship: No Bill of Sale Required?: No Item Description: Very nice fal kit on an imbel receiver asking $2,000. Scroll down to the end of this post for the upgrade! (update from an earlier post) Finally took delivery of the early Hesse FAL-H rifle. Often you can find a home built or Century kit built up on an Imbel receiver for nearly the price of a stripped receiver alone. In fixed stock versions of the FAL, the recoil spring is housed in the stock, while in folding-stock versions it is housed in the receiver cover, necessitating a slightly different receiver cover, recoil spring, and bolt carrier, and a modified lower receiver for the stock. So the imbel type 3 is objectively the strongest FAL receiver ever made. Custom built by Arizona Response Systems circa 2022 on a 2000 dated and CAI imported Imbel R1A1 receiver. DSA/LMT receivers counts as a USA made part, So now with the DSA/LMT made upper you only need 5 or 6 USA made parts for 922R compliance. Exterior of the receiver has added Argentine military crest and FMAP Rosario markings. Century Arms FN/Fal Imbel Kit Rifle The Art of the Rifle: General The serial number on the IMBEL receiver is FAL14XXX. I have seen some Imbel receivers with no logo. There are two or three there. How would you guys rate the Imbel FAL receiver against a DSA or DCI? I see some for about 200 on a website. Our Assessment: The Brazilian Imbel L1A1 Sporter Inch Pattern FAL is a notable variant of the famous FN FAL battle rifle, widely recognized for its ruggedness, reliability, and historical significance. Price is $595 shipped (SPF) to your FFL. Dec 2, 2025 · I know IMBEL receivers are out there, so here are my questions: 1: what is an IMBEL receiver worth? 2: are they substantially better aside from cool factor compared to a DSA receiver? 3: what DSA receiver would match an IMBEL kit best if an IMBEL is out of the question? 4: educate me please, lend me your knowledge. SOLD: SOLD - IMBEL Kit less Barrel - $650 This is a take-off from a nice Imbel-on-Imbel rifle that was refinished. May show signs of wear, marring, grime, etcParts must be inspected and tested by qualified and competent gunsmiths or armorers before use in a firearm. The Imbel is a true "In-spec" copy of the Fal rifle manufactered for military and civilian use. I am only posting briefly. 1-29-04 This is what the FAL-H looked like when it arrived. FAL 21-Inch Imbel Imbel Type-3 receiver: 21″ barrel, Vanden Berg Custom muzzlebrake, fire-control system, and A-2 rear sight stock; Penguin handguards, stock, and pistol grip; and polymer-composite finish. 62x51 bipod handguard: GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Rifles Rifles Guns & Firearms All: 1158487589 Used Imbel Type 3 receiver with inch cuts for charging handle and top cover. Imbel receivers are from Brazil and some of the best. 58 on a GL Imbel cost less than 1000 bucks. I had one of the rifles that was built in Canada on an Imbel receiver for Century Arms in 1995. I’m using the receiver and barrel for an FN Gendarmerie kit, so the other Imbel parts aren’t needed. The Imbels are seen as a plus in value to the gun whereas the Century made receivers significantly hurt the value. The left side of the receiver is marked with “S”, “A”, and “R” for the selection options. Turn that baby down so it doesn't think it's a G3. Available in calibers: 243Win, 260Rem, 7mm-08, 308Win/7. I also bought Metric or Inch - receiver differences Harlan at Federal Arms wrote: "The receiver marked "L1A1" is an IMBEL manufactured, Century imported unit. I'd recommend the Imbel receiver. Certificate and bayonet Imbel parts kit built on a NOS Pars International Gear Logo Imbel Receiver by Mark of Arizona Response Systems in 2022 (documentation included). What type of metric receiver would be most accurate for these. Mine is marked 2003 in the mag well. Though none of this really matters cause they’re all more than adequate for anything a US civilian is ever going to do with a semi auto FAL. . Most people selling stripped Imbel lowers want at least 650. Imbel FAL . Protected post front sight and 2 position aperture rear. Pete is correct on the gas adjustment. 632 to 1. The serial number on the IMBEL receiver is FAL14XXX. Insurance at buyer's request and expense. Hello everyone. Both of those are Imbel, so yes, worth more than a Century made receiver. Because the IMBEL lower is machined as a type 3, and matches best with the type 3 receiver, I, again, recommend the choice of an IMBEL upper receiver. I bought this item as part of a group buy ab Frame lock (frame lock body or lower receiver locking pin, has several names), new, in original Belgian packaging with printed dated label. Click on images to enlarge. Receiver was refinished to match the worn finish of the kit. It was a mutt and ended up with mostly Australian and some British parts but it shot great. It appears that the "FAL" part of the serial number might have been added after the receiver was made and the numbers were struck. Mods please move this to appropriate place, if needed. Many people see the Century stamp on the receiver and walk away from what is probably the best receiver made for FAL's. This This product has either been removed or is no longer available for sale. I'd pick it up in a heart beat for $1300. 62X51MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE BUILT ON AN IMBEL R1A1. The gun shoots wonderfully with flawless operation. He’s not active on falfiles or forums much anymore. I think it's Argentine but could be Imbel. Built by Entreprise Arms using a Entreprise Arm Type 03 steel receiver, Zero Climb muzzle brake Imbel is a imported receiver which depending on what barrel you use can require 6 or 7 USA made parts. Manufactured under FN license in Brazil by Imbel for the Brazilian military and other military organizations. Imbel: what's dif. What's interesting is that "FAL" is done by electric dot and the numbers are not and "FAL" is just off line and is not aligned with the numbers. Really though, any metric barrel, as long as it has a good bore, should work fine on your receiver. DSA barrel and R marked safety, FN flash hider and piston. Was going to use on listed barrel for T48 build. 308 Winchester 7. On the other hand Century Arms used to take inch parts and force fit to metric recievers but it looks like you have a metric parts kit. Perforated muzzle brake. These have been refinished. Just needs a barrel with a gas block, a receiver, and a new locking shoulder. Not really Selling some extra parts to fund receivers. I'll stick with the DSArms upper. Imbel started making the new beefier type 3 but continued to forge it rather than cast it. How do you tell the difference? TIA! Just got my rifle from ORF, nice work Todd! I have a question I want to ask you guys about Imbel receivers. 308 Win Parts Kit, intact chrome lined barrel, bayonet & scabbard, 20 Rd magazine and loader. It didn't need to be refinished when attached to the Imbel receiver. Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with one 20 Round DSA inch pattern magazine. APEX carries a wide variety of parts such as magazines, trigger components, internal parts, bolts, carriers, furniture, stock sets, and much more! Imbel FNFAL parts kit with original Imbel barrel, sharp rifling, shiny bore. My Steyr StG58 is assembled on an IMBEL receiver and it shoots great. [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Should I buy an Imbel FAL? (Page 1 of 2) Previous Page / 2 Next Page I’m trapped at one the couple of family Christmas events and almost out of beer. I am building an Imbel Fal, I bought the parts kit from Dan's and the USA parts (Hammer, trigger, sear, gas piston, charging handle from Tapco. And only because they are ergonomically "just right" forme with a little work. Photos attached of the built rifle and also I've got an Imbel receiver lined up, but the seller doesn't know whether it is inch or metric. Black Many here consider a good Steyr barrel to be the best FAL barrel available. 62 x 51 NATO Metric 20 round mag Camo Excellent and shoots great $2800. $250 got a #'s matching kit from a mint gun. I was recommending a basic Imbel kit build, but he also likes how StG-58’s and G1’s look overall. I’ve been doing inch stuff so this would be Enterprise Arms IMBEL Receiver? Tried to find more info to see if EA ever imported complete rifles or built quality rifles using IMBEL receivers, but Google is only turning up the usual “avoid Enterprise receivers” threads. I got 1 of these kits about 10 years ago when Dan's was the sole importer. Since DSA is licensed to make FAL receivers by FN, I was wondering how they compare dimensionally with other licensed manufacturers, like IMBEL, FMAP Rosario, Steyr and FN itself??? :fal: In looking on the marketplace on the fal files they have a group buy on an Imbel type three receiver I believe which wouldn't be correct with my type I lower. Should I have any worries? Aside from some machining marks that my That's cool that your receiver has the Imbel gear logo. Looking at Imbel parts kits on gunbroker. The rest of the gun is from an Imbel parts kit. If the cut out is a Buy Imbel FAL 308 OD Green 7. Imbel FAL receiver Description: This is a new Imbel manufactured semi-automatic FAL receiver that has never had an part mounted to it. Imbel was sued in international court in 1965 for manufacturing the Fal and settled out of court with FN as long as Imbel bought the contractual 15% of all small machined parts from FN Herstal up until 1980. 1. got two Imbel receivers, that I have ordered from I do not remember who, about a decade ago???? Have not built an FAL for about same Overall this rifle rates in Very Good condition. Pacific Armament Corporation FN FAL Imbel STG58 FAL Rifle in . Original Brazilian FAL Lower Receiver, Stripped of All Parts except Recoil Spring Tube, in *Very Good* condition. Magwell is metric. Asking $200 shipped. Negotiable. Not sure, should I post this here or on “Ak what is it worth” forum. Look for the cut out at the front wall of the mag well, the cut out accepts the lug of the mag. All used parts inspected, fitted and replaced if necessary. Excellent condition non bipod cut barrel, bore is minty. The left side of the receiver is also marked “Fz SA 7,62 – C3A”. No gas block. Product Description • Rifle is configured to be close to the original issued military spec model. Does anyone know how to ID this specific receivers?? I've done some searching online (FALfiles mostly) and haven't seen a specific "this is, this isn't" Century imported a lot of Imbel receivers without the desirable Gear Logo of Imbel. Original and US made FAL and L1A1 parts To ensure customer satisfaction, ARS will only work with IMBEL (Brazil), DGFM-FMAP (Argentine), other licensed FN receivers, DSA , or Coonan. GARY This would be my first FAL, which I’ve lusted after for a while. 10-12-2016,01:32 PM #9 justashooter Boolit Master Join Date Dec 2010 Posts 586 Imbel receiver with their gear logo. Will this work in a metric STG58 FAL kit? Is it made out of solid machined steel like DSA? Thanks! TMBH (I'm still looking for a FAL receiver!) That or buy a complete built rifle on an Imbel receiver. A guy I know from a local gun shop is offering to sell me one for $1200. Essentially, he wants a great I have cleaned and fired it. Open ear gas block. Gun Things has one for example. Sold Individually. It's a type 3 receiver and is forged. Looking at a local Century built FAL. Asking $70 shipped 3. 62X51NATO, and 338Fed. 62 NATO** Desirable Gear Logo Imbel Receiver! ** for sale online. Comes with a 10 round GD magazine (FN magazine, NOT a DSA reproduction) and a 20 round FN mag. The right side of the upper is marked “IMBEL Receiver made by IMBEL, Itajuba Brazil / PACIFIC ARMAMENT CORPORATION, MODESTO, CA USA”. Send your email and I will take high resolution photos. It is an inch pattern receiver. May show signs of wear, marring, grime, etcParts must be inspected and tested by qualified and competent gunsmiths or armorers before use in a firearm The vast majority of Century FALs built on Imbel receivers I've seen are frankenstein guns that use Australian or British inch pattern parts that were mated (I've also seen their STG58 builds using Imbel receivers). As to markings, Imbel is Imbel and the markings on them don't change the value unless you're bringing the gear logo receivers into the conversation. Original Brazilian IMBEL FAL Lower Receiver, Stripped of All Parts except Recoil Spring Tube, Refinished, in *Very Good* condition. You lucky, dog! That's one of Century Arms famous metric FAL Sporters built with an Imbel gear logo receiver. Limited small batch IMBEL FN FAL Metric (M964) 7. Full black finishes. Go to FAL Files to look for receivers to use. imbel SOLD: SOLD - IMBEL Kit less Barrel - $650 This is a take-off from a nice Imbel-on-Imbel rifle that was refinished. Once I heard there is no difference. Most of the parts are Israeli marked but the receiver is Imbel. If you are looking for an Original Style FAL rifle at an affordable price this is the gun for you. Has anyone here ever come across an EA IMBEL build? Considering grabbing one as my first FAL. T48 charging handle WTS: Gendarmerie FAL from the FN kit lottery, it was kit #205. Sorry if this has been posted before but I have a question on what the difference is between the IMBEL receivers I have seen advertised. egwh, jgpb, cxhf, hjjcvf, excd, jksy, 0xnsq, miwy5, 0stp, 0odtp,