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I'll be using the Blue Force VCAS padded sling, with a quick release up front. I was thinking of mounting the rear to the attachment point on the C-stock, but notice that a number of people are using either the Mesa Tactical QD or the GG&G sling mount. I'm curious: would those of you who have the C-stock and use a rear attachment other than the sling hole located forward of the butt-plate on the C-stock mind explaining your preference(s) for your setup?

I received my new FFT forend today and thought I would comment on my experiences so far. As has already been noted, the bowing in the two halves is quite a bit more pronounced than on the OEM forend, and the tongue and groove are smaller and more bevelled. While installation was somewhat difficult (I had to put a lot of pressure on the two halves, both to squeeze them together where they insert into the receiver, and to seat them in the receiver), once installed with barrel screw *very* firmly tightened down, there was no movement or squeaking in the forearm whatsoever. Granted, I have yet to test this new setup at the range, but it seems quite solid on my M4, once installed with a fair bit of force. I am slightly disappointed in the effort required on assembly (though perhaps this will abate in due course). I would also add that the color of the unit I received does not exactly match the OEM forend: the OEM is a darker and "slicker" black, while the FFT version looks lighter and a bit "chalkier" if that makes any sense. I would assume this difference reflects the different materials used?

Just received my C-stock in the mail today... brand new in Benelli factory sealed box and flawless! Thank you for the very fast shipping!

I'll take 'em!

As part of periodic cleaning, I would like to remove the recoil spring from my m4 and clean the inside of the recoil tube, plunger, and spring. Using snap-ring pliers, I am able to remove the retaining clip on the stock end of the recoil tube. Underneath this is what appears to be a threaded insert that would seem to accept a straight-edge screwdriver of the appropriate size. Do I just unscrew the insert with a (rather big) screwdriver? Is there a more appropriate tool for the job? How critical is the relative position of this insert in the recoil tube? I am guessing that is correctly loads the recoil spring, and is perhaps even adjustable to compensate for wear in the recoil spring. Any ideas/ thoughts?

Thanks, SD, it's good to hear that all is well (13,000 rounds is some serious shooting...respect). I'm not too concerned about cosmetics on a "combat shotgun", just wanted to make sure that I hadn't mis-assembled anything.

Hi All, I just picked up my new m4 a few days ago and after putting a few (aluminum) snap-caps through it and 50 rounds of target load, I have noticed that ejection of the shells seems to be nicking the anodizing off the receiver, just above the bolt (with bolt closed, the scratching on the receiver is right above the "BENELLI" stamp on the bolt). I realize that this is not much of an issue, as it's only cosmetic, but I'm a bit disappointed that the finish is wearing on my brand new m4. Is this something any of you have experienced? Am I doing something wrong? I took some pictures of the wear: www(dot)flickr(dot)com/photos/86193645@N00/5442950005/ and www(dot)flickr(dot)com/photos/86193645@N00/5443552628/ (where (dot) should be replaced with . as I don't yet have link posting available to me). Thank you all for your thoughts!

Thank you both for the comments and suggestions. I picked my m4 and went shooting yesterday, and I couldn't be happier with it! So far, I'm just sticking to CLP on the phosphate coatings, as it sounds like this will be more than sufficient. Thanks again!

Greetings all, Although I've frequented---and enjoyed---the forums in the past few months, this is my first post... It's a pleasure to be joining the community! After a lot of research and a long wait, I will finally be picking up my new Benelli M4 this week and can's wait! I am trying to understand what type of coating is on the barrel of the M4 because I want to know how to care for it properly. I've searched quite a bit, but the only information I have been able to find is that the barrel is coated with "heavy phosphate" (see pg 14 of the M1014 operator manual, available by googling "farrarsodfarm" and "USMC_M1014.pdf"....(I can't post links yet)) but not what specific kind of phosphate coating is used. There are many different types of phosphate coating, each of which requires different care. Google, for example, "heavy phosphate" and read about the different types at "engineersedge") In particular, phosphate coatings are quite porous, and will (generally speaking) easily wick moisture in the air and rust accordingly. The phosphate is designed not as an end-all protective coating against corrosion, but rather a medium in which the *real* anti-corrosion coating can be easily suspended. For parkerized finishes (which encompass many types of phosphate coatings), it is cosmoline or grease, suitably wicked by the porous phosphate finish, that prevents against corrosion. Google, for example, "xavierthoughts" and "parkerizing". So does anybody know exactly what type of phosphate coating is used on the Benelli m4 barrel? (e.g. Type M, Class 2 or Type Z, Class 1, or....) What are you M4 owners doing to care for your barrels, especially those of you who use them in moist environs? The M1014 manual linked above recommends light oil like CLP or MILITEC (see pg. 60). Is anyone slathering their barrel in cosmoline or axel grease and baking at 350 F? Thanks all for the great posts and for the help.