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My Buckshot of choice for the past several years has been the Hornady Critical Defense 8 Pellet Buckshot with the Versatite wad (Stock #86240) due to its 1600 fps velocity and the 8 pellet variety which lowers the chances of a flier. I don’t want the potential flier but want the velocity for good penetration. The Federal ammunition site has recently shown availability for Vital-Shock 00 Buckshot High Density Lead Free (Stock #PHD15900). This is a 9 pellet buckshot using the FliteControl wad and stated velocity of 1600 fps that Federal claims is “high density tungsten alloy pellet construction”. I can’t find any information other than Federal marketing releases for this ammunition. I’m wondering if the tungsten alloy would limit pellet deformation that might cause the 9th pellet flier? Anyone have experience with the Federal ammunition or can suggest a better alternative?

Be tough! "Comfort Tech Stock" pfft! Wear that shoulder bruise as a mark of pride! It shows you've fired a REAL gun, a man's gun!

So...do any screws need loosened or removed to strip the weapon? Or is it just easier if done?

- UPDATE I received the rail earlier today. It was unboxed and inspected. First impressions was that it felt really light in weight. The rail looked good, there were no sharp edges or machining/finishing issues. I unloaded my M4, disassembled it and proceeded to follow the instructions. The instructions are very basic but I had no problems following them other than having one question. I called Midwest Ind. and spoke with Sean (Ext. 226). I felt that they left out one step that might have the end user questioning the instructions. I would've changed step #5 to read unscrew the 4 mid collar screws and the 2 rear collar screws and remove both the mid and rear collars. Again, it was easy to figure out but it would've saved me a call. The installation required a torx and socket key which was included. Once I got everything lined up and tightened down it felt rock solid. I checked for any flexing of the rail and it didn't move. At this point I backed out the screws, hit them with a dab of blue locktite, torqued them to 20in lbs and gave them some faint witness marks. Now that it was installed, I took a few minutes to do some presentations from both the low and high ready just to get a good feel for it. I have average sized hands and it didn't feel to fat or bulky so this was a plus. I then added some Magpul rail covers that I had laying around and it felt even better with the texturing. Again, it didn't feel bulky with the rail covers. I threw on a modlite but have to wait for the mod button mlok adapter to come in. My concerns about the pistons being exposed were put to bed. Most of the pistons are housed inside the rail. In regards to disassembly/reassembly, nothing will be as fast as removing the mag cap and popping off the forearm panels but I realized that I don't normally disassemble often so the necessary bits will be added to my range bag just in case. To be honest, I probably have about 400ish rounds through this entry barrel and I've yet to clean it. It just gets some lube from time to time. Over the next few range trips, I'll monitor if there's any issue with fit or function, If the screws start to walk and just overall the performance. First impressions for me are positive and it will stay on my M4 unless something changes. Attached are some pics. These are just my opinions so hopefully this helps some. I'm off to the range

Looks like the foregrip will allow better light placement to eliminate barrel shadow and expand options for pressure pad/modlite pad placement, cleaner wire routing etc.

The Briley fore end doesn't require screws to hold it in place, it covers the pistons and acts as a heatshield as well. It does add some weight but I'm not humping it over the Afghan mountains either.

Really wish Benelli would release the handguard they advertise on their M4 T-Pro. I don't see any screws so I imagine it installs the same way as the OEM forend.

The pistons shouldn’t be an issue. They don’t move much or get crazy with the amount of gas blown out of the Argo system. Hopefully it isn’t another set screw job.

If not for what looks to be set screws, and the over-exposed gas pistons, It would be a no-brainer in my opinion. It's got the looks for sure! Fingers crossed for a better gen 2!

Just pulled up the info on their site. Doesn't appear to have any installation instructions. https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-benm4-hg.htm Compatible with Benelli M4 and clones M-LOK® compatible Constructed from Type 3 Hard Coat Anodized 6061 Aluminum for a lifetime of service 5-slot polymer M-LOK® rail included Fully dehorned and deburred 12” overall length 8.7 oz installed weight 100% Made in the USA with a lifetime warranty

Any info on how it attaches and detaches? Do you need to remove your mounted items in order to get it off of the barrel assembly? Weight specs?

Interested in hearing what others think as well. Love the look of it. I would have gotten this if I hadn't picked up the Agency rail a few weeks ago from Midway