Macfly Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Hey all, just an update.My Feb 8 order arrived this past weekend! So all in all, a little over 8 months. Wow. So have hope. they are shipping out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbuzz Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 I just got word from Carriercomp that my order which was placed February 14, is being coated now and should ship out next week. It's been a long wait but from what I hear, I'm sure it will be well worth it. Carriercomp must be making progress on the backlog of orders since they have started taking orders again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCTURBOS Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Have they made mention of what month is the last month they took backorders & when they'll be taking more orders? Thanks, K. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4-Desert Camo Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Have they made mention of what month is the last month they took backorders & when they'll be taking more orders? Thanks, K. They have been taking new orders for several weeks now, been mentioned a few times on the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Received shipping confirmation today from my order from 2/17/2013. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbuzz Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 I received my tube from Carriercomp yesterday which was ordered on February 14. Haven't installed it yet, but it is a work of art. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axey Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 264 days later... I have my tube. Looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00 Buck Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 So Oct 5th I requested an update regarding my order made March 2nd. I was told shouldn't be more than 4 or 5 weeks. Still nothing and they are taking new orders. Feels like.........I am losing faith in Kip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopetonBrown Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 So Oct 5th I requested an update regarding my order made March 2nd. I was told shouldn't be more than 4 or 5 weeks. Still nothing and they are taking new orders. Feels like.........I am losing faith in Kip. Then cancel your order. A mom and pop shop SLAMMED with orders over the past year, as was the rest of the firearms industry because of Sandy Hook. Heck, I bought mine years ago and they still took a few months. Why you waited until 2013 to buy this part is known only to you. If I were you I'd buy someone else's tube and install. When Kip's does show up, sell it at a mark up which will probably pay for a good chunk of the other tube you installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katosan Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 So Oct 5th I requested an update regarding my order made March 2nd. I was told shouldn't be more than 4 or 5 weeks. Still nothing and they are taking new orders. Feels like.........I am losing faith in Kip. Have faith OO Buck. Ordered mine on Feb 21st. Shipping info generated Nov 15th. Shipped Nov 23rd. The time between the shipping info generated and actual shipment lets you notify them if your address has changed. Also Marcy said the entire staff got sick and was unable to get mine out a little sooner. Delivered yesterday Nov 27th. So looking at your March 2nd order date you can calculate two weeks? or so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 You should be getting yours soon. I received my shipment from 2/17/2013 about three weeks ago. Longer wait time than I had anticipated, but it was worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4-Desert Camo Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 So, everyone agree's that Kips tubes are the best but ....... is the FFT Ti one (and their spring) garbage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 I have both carriercomp and FFT. I'd say the machining on the carriercomp unit is superior. The lathe work is aerospace grade workmanship. Carriercomp leaves the threading bare where FFT coats the threading as well. I personally prefer carriercomp's method since it allows the surface material a better chance to bond to the receiver's type III anodizing when the proper Locktite is used. Generally, carriercomp is cheaper than FFT. You also get the Wolff spring and a US made follower for the price. The color match of the carriercomp's Cerakote is custom blended to match the finish of the M4. It matches better than the FFT coating. Anything carriercomp has an incredible resale value due to demand outstripping supply. The only negative is the lead time to get a carriercomp tube. With wait times of 3 - 10 months, most users are better off just getting a FFT tube that can be had in less than a month. FFT tubes are nice. They will perform the job as desired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4-Desert Camo Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 Thank you sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardcharger Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 think I would buy again from carrier comp extra one to hang on my fricking wall as much as I got a hard on for them. so your doing great job before anyone gets my $$$. Oo-rah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbully Posted December 2, 2013 Share Posted December 2, 2013 Ordered 2/26. Just got my shipping notice today. A little over 9 months! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbully Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Originally ordered 2/26/13. Got my shipping notice on 12/2, but there was a delay due to a death in Kip's family. Tube just arrived today, 12/23 and it's immaculate. Flawless. Looking forward to putting it on. Almost 10 months to the day, but the weight and quality looks to be worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2old2rocknroll Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 (edited) Thanks bigbully for the update. I ordered my mag tube extension on 2/28 and my email address changed so I never got the shipping notice. I shoveled the sidewalk/steps today and found out my tube was delivered on the 23rd. A nice Christmas present! Edited December 26, 2013 by 2old2rocknroll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHnewbie Posted December 26, 2013 Share Posted December 26, 2013 (edited) Almost 10 months to the day, but the weight and quality looks to be worth it. Wow! Ten months! Just ordered one a few weeks ago when CC began taking online orders again. Sure hope it doesn't take this long as I have all other parts needed for my project (all available on a short time scale). Cant figure out what takes so long for a simple one piece product. Edited December 28, 2013 by NHnewbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsc_chef Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 ordered mine in march and still nothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00 Buck Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Ordered beginning of March, got a shipping notification 12/22............still nothing and have been advised 2 different times I would have it by now. Wonder how Kip would feel if he sent me the tube and then I would pay.........10+ months later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M2_shootr Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Wow,........what a headache! I ordered a tube from FFT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukhoi_fan Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 10 months!?!?!? That essentially means 'unavailable' - indefinitely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The grunt Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I have one of their tubes on my M4 and it is a quality piece. I would not want to wait that long provided that there is a comparable unit available from FFT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOCOMguy Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Just a reminder, there is another source, the originator of the FL tube. I have been making these for over 7 years , 100% satisified customers. $145 and no waiting. Search this forum for many testimonials. Contact and more info at [email protected] SOCOMguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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