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I forgot to mention one more possible solution to removing some magazine spring retainer caps that is an alternative to using a screwdriver to pry them out. A drywall anchor inserted into the center then use pliers to pull it out, or set the anchor gently into a vise and pull on the firearm to remove the cap. It usually will not work on really tight ones, as the polymer style anchors are too soft. The metal anchors, are not too different from using the Menck type tool discussed in prior posts, but still run the risk of marring the part.

SideArmor System forward 2 Cartridge Holder Plan D = 5+1 loaded.

I have tried the lower Daniel Defense but it's too low for my liking, so I usually use the higher mount with offset BUIS. This next option is just for Bello.

I have used these two with Larue QD mounts.....the M4s is a little over the top for a shotgun.

"YFS" is a registered product trademark for hex screws. This might help.

Hookster........I like that salutation. Merry Christmas.

I'm in. Did you get the Claxton fruit cake I sent you over-night Fed-Ex ?

Just a word of caution on the Menck tool. I have used it successfully a number of times, but it is generally not my first choice, as it can create problems after it has been in your hand that didn't exist before you put it in your hand. The tool is screwed into the the center of the magazine cap, it's coarse threads usually removes the finish on both sides of the aperture, equal to the width of the thread depth. The center of the magazine cap is often pulled upward in a "nipple" like fashion to some extent depending on how tight the retainer is held by the walls of the magazine. The worst result possible is shown below. An alternative to either a snap ring plier or the Menck tool is also shown below - a modified dry wall expanding bolt.

Unobtanium is correct in that the magazine spring retainer was designed to be removed by the bolt handle, as the entire M4 system can be disassembled with the bolt handle only. My hands are worth too much to do it that way unless I am in a pinch (no pun intended!). However, even the M4 Owner's Manual recommends using "relative pliers" (Benelli-speak for snap ring pliers) for the task. Straight from the Manuals.

Thanks Crofton !

Last tip for the newbie.....snap ring pliers are usually part of the solution, however a proper guide rod makes it a lot easier. For those that don't have snap ring pliers, a hose clamp will work well if gently applied so as not to mar your gun art. An aluminum rod is shown below, but I also use a variety of sized brass rod stock as well.

Yes, purchase an inexpensive polymer scraper with an ANGLED end (as shown) at the hardware store, use the flat end to depress the action link down from the roof of the receiver, where it always seems to want to go, to quickly line it up with the action link plunger recess at the back of the receiver......takes about 2 seconds, will not mar the gun art, and no more wiggling to assemble.

Requesting Benelli Santa to increase image upload restrictions for 2013.

Other projects include other Anatomy Series Manuals.......if you have any of these firearms and you want to see the parts related in detail, these are the ones to have.

A related project to the above is fabricating proper screwdriver bits for specialty screws such as the SureFire mounting screws; many times the thumb turn screws will loosen with recoil and for me it is hard to turn the screw firm enough to prevent it from happening repeatedly. I torque them to 25 - 30 in/lbs, similar to scope mounting, and have not found the need to use blue loctite. For those interested a brief overview of how to fabricate some screwdriver handles that accept your gunsmith hex head bits.

I wanted a high quality short off-set picatanny rail on a QD mount......surprisingly, I wasn't able to find one amongst the usually quality vendors. I modified a LaRue QD mount intended for a Aimpoint Micro T-1, by simply tapping the existing mount to fit 8-32 torx screws, without altering the existing mounting holes intended for the T-1. Now I can mount / dismount both devices in a matter of seconds with return to zero calibration. Some may find a similar need.

The commodity is the restricted item, not the manufacturer or ebay owner.......the commodity will require a device specific license that any U.S. owner will be required to possess prior to shipping it to the intended end-user.

Pay pal for the M80 will not cover the costs of trying to stay out of federal prison.......if that's important. Just sayin'.

Nice gun art !

Who would think to look in the Crown Royal bag for shotgun ammo?