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Those heads will undoubtedly have proper clearance. The 1 inch bodied 6 series was tested with a head clearance of 1.25in. No issues.

We can mount Scout lights, in fact StrangerDanger is running a Scout. There are details on my website on how to mount a Scout - you need a non-flared tail cap at a minimum and you get a better looking setup if you run a E series body with your Scout. However we cannot utilize the Scout mounting system directly at this time. It's not for lack of trying, however. I spent many days working on the Scout mount system and it just doesn't fit into the geometry of the M4 where the barrel hanger is very well. I can make a mount for the Scout if there is enough interest (Hundreds of Pre-Orders), but it will push the light out further from the chassis than I can get your E series body in there. I suspect most would opt to use a E series body once they were aware of the dynamic.

Hello - There were three prototypes that were suitable for actual use. They were mounted on three shotguns in various places across the United States. I can't comment on barrel wear for the others, although Mr. Danger was one of them and he might be able to comment. For my setup I ran over 2k rounds through it with the mount and even had some folks at a tactical shotgun class run my gun to give me feedback on the mount. There was no appreciable wear on my system. It will have to be torqued to spec and appropriate thread locker used to ensure proper function of course. Had there been wear, I was going to offer Helicopter Tape or 3M Protective Tape to act as a buffer and in fact that can still be done. For those that are especially concerned about the finish on their M4, application of an appropriate tape will be piece of mind as it would with any barrel clamp system. Keeping in mind, barrel / magazine tube clamps on shotguns for mounting systems are common place. I can probably name 10 manufactures of such mounts. Many factory Remington and other manufacturers even ship their factory shotguns with barrel/magazine tube clamp style mounts. The biggest difference with the AVA Tactical mount is that it does not clamp to the magazine tube - it clamps to the rear Barrel Hanger instead which prevents it from interfering with field stripping the firearm. I would argue the fact that this is custom for the M4 also allowed the design to tighten things up keeping everything high speed, low drag as well. There is not a barrel clamp system out there that keeps things in close to the chassis like this mount does.

Mr. Rubberman: I want to be very clear about this! You do not have to loosen, or otherwise remove this mounting system to remove the barrel. That is the beauty of the design. This mount attaches to the barrel and rear barrel hanger which is all one solid part. To field strip your firearm you follow normal procedures. That is: safety check, unscrew mag tube retainer, pull barrel - this is where your AVA Tactical mount slides right off along with the barrel - and then you continue with your operation. The reverse is true as well. BONUS: If you use a aiming device on the rail, it maintains zero. I appreciate everyone's feedback here, thank you for taking a look. If there are any tips on how I can clarify the features of this product to more effectively communicate them I am all ears!

Thank You all very much for the interest. I am receiving PMs, all replied so for. I believe you have to tell the system here to save you a copy in your sent items manually or it will not do so.

More Pictures: Taking requests for more information or pictures, just let me know. Thank You [email protected]

Greetings Fellow M4 Fans: I have been posting here for quite some time, however I opened this account to release this product. Awhile back through discussions here I found I wasn't entirely happy with the mounting options available for the M4. I decided to design one that met the ideals I had in mind, had a few prototypes made, then once I was happy with the results I had these made hoping that others find value. For your consideration, here is what I came up with: http://i.imgur.com/QCqDoYw.jpg http://i.imgur.com/SSBMA7t.jpg [ATTACH=CONFIG]2358[/ATTACH] http://i.imgur.com/ANqzpO0.jpg [ATTACH=CONFIG]2359[/ATTACH] http://i.imgur.com/0Cq3W99.jpg [ATTACH=CONFIG]2360[/ATTACH] http://i.imgur.com/6GH5JMD.jpg The AVA Tactical Benelli M4 Light Mount: Accommodates both 1 inch and .8 inch lights. Test fitted with both Surefire E Series, Scout, and 6 Series lights. Rotation Limited Quick Disconnect Sling Boss. Extremely low profile rail with snag free design provides an option to mount an aiming laser on axis with the barrel. Test fitted with the Lasermax Unimax series. Ambidexterous system, you can mount the light and QD sling boss on either side and the rail on the opposite side. Extremely Light Weight at 2 Ounces. No bulk design, keeping everything about it as low profile as possible. No other product keeps your light in as tight to your firearm chassis. This mount does not interfere with the disassembly and assembly of your M4, unlike mag tube clamps that require tools to remove for field stripping the firearm. 7075-T6 Aluminium, Type III Hard Coat Anodized. High Quality Torx Fasteners. Made in the United States. The Damage: These are not inexpensive to make properly at the volume for this niche market, but I am able to offer them for less than other options for the M4 that offer less function. - Retail on a railed hand guard for the M4 is $230 and you still need mounting accessories for the features you desire, such as light, sling, etc. - The M4 is a niche market and those who want high end mounts for it are a niche of a niche, so production volumes are low. - A complete mount with choice of .8in or 1in light cradle will retail for $195. - With both cradles included the mount will be $225. - Individual cradles will be available for $45. - USPS Priority Shipping Flat Rate $5.80 Discount At this time I am offering a significant discount off of these retail prices on the AVA Tactical website. Please see the website for details. This is subject to change at any time, should a retailer pick these up they may discount and I won't be able to undercut them as the manufacturer. How you can buy: My online store is now up and running, please see www.AVATactical.com I have these on Gunbroker: http://www.gunbroker.com/All/BI.aspx?IncludeSellers=1314974 You can also email at any time - [email protected] - and we can conduct a transaction that way. ______________ Huge Thank You to StrangerDanger for his input during prototyping. In fact, it was our dialog here that kept my mind stirring about how these problems could be solved on the M4 that was the genesis for this mount. ______________ Thank You [email protected] All designs are Patent Pending.

WHO removed the stock and cut down the mag tube?

I am sure there are those that must have them and will pay a premium, and the originals are rare. But when you boil it down, it was Benelli's attempt to work around 922 issues and offer full-capacity and collapsible stocks. For me, having had several m4's over the years, it's only worth what I can build a full-cap with collapsible stock M4. If you're looking to divest of it and aren't looking to help out a friend who wants an M4, put a high sell price on it on gunbroker and sit on it (perhaps for months) and wait for someone to bite. Or you can sell it to me, I can give you 1800 cash money.

Yum. NFA Barrels.

It will shoot all your buck shot. Only thing that I've ever heard reported as some problems on some guns was Win Universal and other such sub-standard rounds. Good luck, it's a incredibly awesome platform. Please post some pics.

Hey Super Dak. How is your flashlight mounted? Is that a Nordic clamp? Cool gun.

Thanks truckcop and SD.

Weld up the carrier? Interested to know what that entails.

For me, I'd rather have no on gun round holder if it adds bulk, weight, or snag hazards. I ran the mesa at one point and removed it for these reasons. I do like the option of being able to slap pre-assembled packs on the side should the need arise. This wouldn't cost me anything but the aesthetics of having a velcro'd receiver. For even that reason, I probably won't do it. But I think in most situations, it would be what I'd prefer after having used side-saddles.

I think we can all agree there are pros/cons to each. Neither are perfect solutions for all situations.

I think the issue is, the velcro doesn't present itself as very tacticool. But if it works it works. I haven't tried it myself. But I am sold on the idea if I ever want to mount rounds on my shotguns again.

I had a Mesa at one time on a full length M4 I had. Didn't like the added bulk and weight, so I ditched it.

Ha! Sorry my mistake. I was looking at the velcro clasps that are, on retrospect, obviously part of the case. Sweet gun.

Some Sweet SBS's in here.

KB - What is the sling system you have on there?

Not the best picture and not precisely how it is configured now, but this is it straight up out of the box brand new: [ATTACH=CONFIG]2299[/ATTACH]

Hi Johnny - What light are you using?

johnny - Do you use the rails on your KZ for anything?