Infidel Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 First, thanks to all that responded to my original "New to the M4" thread. I still am awaiting a few parts, but this is my build after a couple of weeks. I have more pics, but I'm limited to just 2 per post. I started off with a stock M4. Tactical purple towel did not come with the weapon. Next step was to install the collapsible stock. I then installed the SideArmor rail system. It was surprisingly light. I ordered it with two long side rails and a shot shell carrier. Carrier was on a little bit of a backorder, but will be coming soon. It might be a little taller that the stock rail, but the ghost rings are still gtg. Military and LEO discounts are available. Next on the list was the SureFire x400. It took some looking but I was able to find one. Installation was a little more tricky than sighting it in. I used the SureFire ladder rails and ran the cord from the xt07 over the top. It took some time with a razor and a Dremel to get it almost right. I still have a little ways to go. Bandolier in the pic is from Blackhawk. Still on deck is Kip's ti tube, shotshell carrier, and a some sling adapters. I primarily use Urban E.R.T. for my slings. Overall I am pretty pleased with the build. There was a little trepidation with the x400, but the controls and results are great. It produces a respectable 110 lumens, and the laser is very bright. I chose to set the xt07 for light and laser. I had also called the company to make sure that it would function as a weapon light for the M4. I'm not sure what's next if anything. The M4 out of the box is more than enough, but ****, everyone needs a hobby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1014 Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 nice job,,yes everyone needs a hobbyy,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted July 5, 2009 Author Share Posted July 5, 2009 this could turn into a gun pron thread... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Shotgun Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Infidel, where can I get that bandolier? can you post up a link? and also, how much was it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted July 5, 2009 Author Share Posted July 5, 2009 Infidel, where can I get that bandolier? can you post up a link? and also, how much was it? Here ya go: http://www.opticsplanet.net/blackhawk-shotgun-bandoleer-black.html It was 21 and some change. I do a good deal of ordering through OP. The bandolier has been in and out of stock recently. It is very well made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Looks great! Can you take a picture of how you mounted the switch? It looks like you went under the top rail. Is there any interference when you disassemble and remove the barrel? When you shoot a lot of rounds, make sure the knob that clamps the barrel clamp to the top rail stays tight. Mine backed off after 200 rounds. You will like the shell carrier from Sidearmor. My only complaint about it is they didn't melt the edges at all. So it can gouge your plastic hulls. Not really a big deal. Have you shot it yet at night? My testing has been put on hold since I'm waiting for the Ti tube also. I sold my factory tube and extension a few weeks ago. I really hope it comes in this week. That, and my LMT piston upper. I've got around 4500 rounds waiting for it to come in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyb Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 Very nice, telescoping stock looks better every time I see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted July 6, 2009 Author Share Posted July 6, 2009 S.D., here is a pic of the mount: I cut out one of the ladders in the SureFire rails and ran it across the top channel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhedge05 Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 M1014----what kind of bolt release is that?? Looks like exactly what i'm looking for. And is that the polymer heatshield off ebay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1014 Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 the button is a .45 acp mag release by john mason co. out of california and the heat shield is a plastic one that is still in the experimental stage, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhedge05 Posted July 11, 2009 Share Posted July 11, 2009 Thanks I'll look into the release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky_Awesome Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 Here ya go: http://www.opticsplanet.net/blackhawk-shotgun-bandoleer-black.html It was 21 and some change. I do a good deal of ordering through OP. The bandolier has been in and out of stock recently. It is very well made. infidel, are the shells tight in the bandolier? i have 2 bandoliers from cabelas and the shells are kinda loose. If i ran with em on i feel like the shells might fall out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infidel Posted July 17, 2009 Author Share Posted July 17, 2009 They are pretty snug, but easy to get out. I think for twenty some bucks, you can't go wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caltac Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Infidel, Is your M4 a 1014 or 11707 model . If it's an 11707, did you have any problems installing the sidearmor rail system? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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