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Zeke

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  1. I'd like to find out for sure if the pistons are actually binding. Could save a lot of guys money and/or heartache if it is messing up the action.

     

    I like this item but not going to throw 2 bills for it unless it works.

     

    I MAY be interested in buying that forend from you if someone can verify that darn thing works though Zeke...

     

    So I would sell if you are interested.

  2. Never mind, I went to Pro-Mag's website and it says its a made in USA part.

     

    I just looked to see if it states made in US and it doesnt say it anywhere on the package or the parts. On the package it does say,"May be Assembled from Domestic and Imported Components". It does not say made in the USA anywhere. The only thing I see is the stamp on the rubber recoil pad "Pro Mag". I guess Im going to print the online add that says its made in the USA for proof.

  3. Nice write-up. Can you remove the bottom rail from the handguard?

     

    No..............The whole thing is a 2 pc, just like the the stock Benelli handgaurds. The Pro Mag bottom rail is actually split in half lengthwise until you mate the 2 peices together, then it (rail) becomes one.

  4. My factory c stock also has a slight amount of play. No sliding play along the extension, just rotational. It's probably less than 1/16" total travel in any of the locked positions, so no big deal.

     

    That's too bad you dont like the forend, i was hoping they would be a good option (leaving the side rails off) to add a magpul RVG. Oh well.

     

     

    Same with this.. its rotational. But very small movement.

    The only thing about the forearm that concerns me is the binding of the pistons. Maybe Im doing something wrong here, but when I shake my M4 with my Surefire installed, I can here my pistons moving back and forth. With this Pro Mag installed I cant here them moving at all. I dont think it would function properly.

  5. This thing is actually pretty cool.

     

    At first glance the parts all appeared to look top notch quality in the package. The name Benelli was spelled correctly. But I cant see any stamping indicating that its made in the USA. It does state "Lifetime Warranty" on package and it does have "Pro Mag" stamped on the end of the rubber recoil pad.

     

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    [ATTACH=CONFIG]1743[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]1740[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]1739[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]1744[/ATTACH]

     

    The 2 pc C-Stock has an alluminum frame, fairly hard rubber recoil pad. The recoil pad is about as stiff as the stock Benelli pad. The cheek peice is plastic (looks pretty solid). The pistol grip on the c-stock is identical to the pistol grip on the 1 pc Benelli stock. I cant tell a difference between the two. Overall I think the c-stock is really good quality.

     

    After installing the c-stock, it took me a few minutes to figure out exactly how it functions, I did have a tough time trying to get it to the middle notch. One thing I did notice was that there is a tiny bit of wobble when the stock is in "lock" in all 3 positions. It really isnt that big of a deal. Im not sure if the Benelli c-stock has any wobble to it or not.

     

    As far as the Pro Mag Forearm, it went on fairly hard, I had to really squeeze the 2 pcs together to assemble. But it did go together. With the rails attached, this thing is really WIDE. I didnt measure it, but I would geuss that it is about a 1/2" wider than the Surefire m80. You can see in the picture next to the Surefire M80. I also noticed that when it was assembled the pistons werent rattling or moving after shaking the gun. So I think that the forearm after squeezing is restricting the pistons from moving. You can probably fix this by removing some material, but I'll stick to my Surefire. The 3 and 9 o clock rails do detach. When you detach the rails it feels like the stock Benelli forearm, but with the holes exposed. These rails do have off set screw holes so that you can flip the rail around so that it over hangs to the front of the forearm (see pic). Over all, I dont think I like this forearm at all. I made this purchace for the c-stock only. I will stick to the Surefire or stock forearm. Keep in mind , I have never seen an original Benelli C-Stock before but this Pro Mag looks like a winner for the $$.

    It is new and a little stiff right now, but Im sure it will loosen up after break in. For under $200.00 I think it is worth it !!

  6. Have you already checked your extension tube to make sure it has the notches to accommodate the C-stock?

     

    Yes...........My M4 is a model #11707 that has the newer style receiver extension that has the 4 notches. I have taken it appart to verify.

  7. Guinea pigs, what's the verdict on this stock? It'd be especially relevant to hear from anyone who bought this that has experience with Benelli factory collapsible stocks.

     

    I placed an order last week and havent received it yet. UPS tracking states it will be in by this wednesday. Should have a full report to give sometime after that. I do not have a original C-Stock and have never seen one in person. Dont worry, I will take many photo's and grade overall quality of the US made c-stock. Hopefully its just as good.

  8. Zeke,

    Yes, you'll be compliant. You have three US Made parts currently. When adding the Benelli factory collapsible stock, you must add four US made parts since the stock and the pistol grip count for two parts. Given that both of these parts are US made, you won't be penalized.

     

    Now, if you have a stock Benelli M4, and add this US Made stock set, and the handguard, you would not be 922 compliant. You'd still need one more US made part to get into compliance.

     

    Gotcha.......Thats what I thought, but I wanted to ask a Pro!

    I just hope it says.. "Made In the US" ... on it somewhere.

     

    I could actually take off my Surefire M80 and put the stock Benelli forearm back on and still be complient.

    Cant figure out why a US made collaspsible hasnt come out sooner.

  9. You can add the collapsible stock to your M4 in California if you pin it so it doesn't function. Another method is to get ahold of a M1014 or 11703 Receiver extension. This will prevent the stock from collapsing. Basically, you're just installing it for the look.

     

    StrangerDanger

    I am adding this ProMag US made collapsible stock to my M4. Am I 922r complient? I currently have Kips 7rd mag/follower, , Surefire M80. With this stock being made in the US, do I need another US made part in order to be legal?? I live in PA.

  10. BTW, anyone know what that little hole in the pistol grip (directly aft of the trigger) is for? I know now. lol

     

    I saw a pic of one (M4) yesterday with a single point sling attached right there. It had what appeared to be a small loop where the hole is and the sling was attached onto the loop. It looked pretty cool. I'll try to find that picture.

  11. We're gonna need pics and a FULL report!

     

    OK.....I have never seen the original Benelli calaspsable stock up close, just in pictures. So Im hoping this thing is just as good quality.

     

    It stated that this is 922r complient. Does that mean I dont have to add another US made part? I already have Kips 7 rd tube/follower and surefire M80. Does this collaspable stock require a 4th US add on?? Or am I ok with it being made in the US?

  12. But it all looks so good!

     

    Well, it appears we've got two victims...,er I mean guinea pigs so we should know before long.

     

    Hey, at least I dont have to wait 9 weeks for this order, it should ship fairly quick !

    I just hope my wife doesnt find out !! YIKES!!

  13. Can anyone give me an answer?...anyone?

     

    You need to find a long thin screwdriver that fits just right into both of the holes. Slide the screwdriver tip into the holes then turn counterclockwise. Trust me, I had to ream pretty hard to get mine to pop. Maybe I can try to take a picture of how I have the screwdriver inserted when reaming. Remember counterclockwise !

  14. Definition of an Assault Weapon?? This is what the 1994 ban included.

     

    Assault weapon (semi-automatic) refers primarily (but not exclusively) to firearms that possess the cosmetics of an assault rifle (which are fully-automatic). Semi-automatic firearms, when fired, automatically extract the spent cartridge casing and load the next cartridge into the chamber, ready to fire again; they do not fire automatically like a machine gun; rather, only one round is fired with each trigger pull.

    In the former U.S. law, the legal term assault weapon included certain specific semi-automatic firearm models by name (e.g., Colt AR-15, TEC-9, non select-fire AK-47s produced by three manufacturers, and Uzis) and other semi-automatic firearms because they possess a minimum set of cosmetic features from the following list of features:

     

    Semi-automatic rifles able to accept detachable magazines and two or more of the following:

     

    Semi-automatic pistols with detachable magazines and two or more of the following:

    • Magazine that attaches outside the pistol grip
    • Threaded barrel to attach barrel extender, flash suppressor, handgrip, or suppressor
    • Barrel shroud that can be used as a hand-hold
    • Unloaded weight of 50 oz (1.4 kg) or more
    • A semi-automatic version of a fully automatic firearm.

    Semi-automatic shotguns with two or more of the following:

    • Folding or telescoping stock
    • Pistol grip
    • Fixed capacity of more than 5 rounds
    • Detachable magazine.

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