Scout_21 Posted April 8, 2019 Share Posted April 8, 2019 http://dissidentarms.com/index.php/product/benelli-m4-m-lok-handguard-briley/ So for I like the look of this option... with what appears to be some stipling along the sides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NineInchNails Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 (edited) That looks similar to the Strike Industries forend design. I could be wrong, but I see set screws similar to the Strike Industries Benelli M4 handguard. I really don't like that design because it really gouges the weapon everywhere the screws contact for a snug fit. I'd dig it more if they used nylon tipped set screws or anything other than something that messes up such a fine shotgun. The Mesa Tactical Truckee handguard looks like the best design so far to me. No set screws, it's longer than the original handguard and Mlok all over. I haven't see a video showing how it is installed yet though. Edited April 10, 2019 by NineInchNails Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 Ah, missed that. I wish the m-lok slots were higher up on the truckee forend. I think I'll wait for the m4a1 forend to come out from benelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted April 11, 2019 Share Posted April 11, 2019 This Briley unit looks promising. I don’t think those are set screws. They’re too far forward on the rear set. They’re likely a mounting for whatever they designed to interface with the existing handguard retainers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NineInchNails Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 I believe you are correct. Even the front screws are too far back to contact any part of the weapon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted April 18, 2019 Author Share Posted April 18, 2019 Yeah those shouldn't be set screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NineInchNails Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 Thanks for the video, I enjoyed watching that. I really like how it's a drop-in part and the screws only secure the adapter. Very cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted April 22, 2019 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Thanks for sharing the video. Interested to see that 14" on the M4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 Anyone have a guess when this will be available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted June 6, 2019 Author Share Posted June 6, 2019 I contacted Briley a month or so ago and they were hoping to have them in a month or so... hopefully soon I did as about 922r and was told this "Yes, All the materials used: steel, titanium, aluminum extrusions, aluminum bar stock, carbon and all machining is USA made. " They are also planning a full length carbon fiber magazine tube... not sure how I feel about that 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 Thanks I appreciate the info. Briley has my entry barrel for threading so I'll talk to them next week most likely and see if there is an update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangerDanger Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Wonder how that carbon fiber tube will be weight/price wise to the titanium options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 I talked to Briley today to pay for my barrel threading and I asked about the forend and they said its not ready and to just keep checking. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted June 11, 2019 Author Share Posted June 11, 2019 Thanks for the update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 the link at the start of this thread now only gives an error hopefully that doesn't mean that this forend has been scrapped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted June 19, 2019 Author Share Posted June 19, 2019 Most likely they got tired of people emailing them about when they could buy it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 That's a fair point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Roger Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 ..but their site is still up, just that one product is missing....hmmmm I could speculate a few situations but Im conspiracy minded...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted June 24, 2019 Author Share Posted June 24, 2019 I wouldn't imagine the would shut down their site over one item ? what conspiracy are you imagining? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Roger Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 15 hours ago, Scout_21 said: I wouldn't imagine the would shut down their site over one item ? what conspiracy are you imagining? Production problems, quality issues, price point issues, reliability issues, legal issues.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scout_21 Posted June 24, 2019 Author Share Posted June 24, 2019 Oh, sure any and all of those can be issues. However Briley has had the m2 forends for some time so it's not like this is completely new water for them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKEVC Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 I went through several videos of the Hayl rail installation and should have relied on my first intuition which was similar to other product reviews. Using very tiny set screws to force fit this rail to the M4 frame 1) damages the finish on the frame, 2) is susceptible to slipping without permanent set screw lock tight, and 3) makes removal of the rail nearly impossible without stripping the set screws. Two of the four set screws did strip when I removed the rail forcing me to purchase a stripped set screw removal tool. While the other options in the market do not have the aesthetics that the Hayl Rail does, the stable mount is more important. One word of caution DO NOT PURCHASE the Truckee forend because it simply will not fit the M4. There is no way to pass the forend beyond the M4 gas pistons without "using a hammer". I tried many angles to install that rail, both directions, rotating both directions. There is a reason why there is NO Video showing the installation of the Truckee forend. Noone would be willing to do this live because it can't be done without potential damage to the firearm IMO. I have found other similar feedback. As of now, over 3 weeks of e-mails, phone calls, Mesa Tactical customer service has not sent return postage for the Truckee. The quest to find the best overall rail continues. I put the standard rail back on my M4 until someone provides a solid alternative. I'm looking at the Raven foreend, the Briley, and the Agency Arms (hate the look of those silver screws). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gm2376 Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 I can tell you, you will not be disappointed with the Briley. People have also said the Agency Arms is a great option. The raven has been discontinued for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbo45 Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 You might want to give the hayl rail another shot but don't use the set screws just use some black rtv and it stays nice and snug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigma05 Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 5 hours ago, MKEVC said: I went through several videos of the Hayl rail installation and should have relied on my first intuition which was similar to other product reviews. Using very tiny set screws to force fit this rail to the M4 frame 1) damages the finish on the frame, 2) is susceptible to slipping without permanent set screw lock tight, and 3) makes removal of the rail nearly impossible without stripping the set screws. Two of the four set screws did strip when I removed the rail forcing me to purchase a stripped set screw removal tool. While the other options in the market do not have the aesthetics that the Hayl Rail does, the stable mount is more important. One word of caution DO NOT PURCHASE the Truckee forend because it simply will not fit the M4. There is no way to pass the forend beyond the M4 gas pistons without "using a hammer". I tried many angles to install that rail, both directions, rotating both directions. There is a reason why there is NO Video showing the installation of the Truckee forend. Noone would be willing to do this live because it can't be done without potential damage to the firearm IMO. I have found other similar feedback. As of now, over 3 weeks of e-mails, phone calls, Mesa Tactical customer service has not sent return postage for the Truckee. The quest to find the best overall rail continues. I put the standard rail back on my M4 until someone provides a solid alternative. I'm looking at the Raven foreend, the Briley, and the Agency Arms (hate the look of those silver screws). I had the Hayl rail and the feel was great, but like you mentioned the set screws was an issue. At the time there weren’t any better options, but that changed when Briley and Agency came out with their Mlok options. I ended up getting the long Briley rail. They have a shorter one that is the same size as the factory handguard , but I wanted the longer one so my light sits as far forward as possible. I couldn’t be happier with it. It’s rock solid yet removable with no tools. The endless amount of Mlok slots makes setting things up to your liking easier. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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