Any opinions on Midwest Industries M4 MLOK Rail

[AIRB0RNE6176]

Good to go.

I'll "pull the trigger" on it by placing an order for one this week. We'll see how it turns out first hand, so fingers crossed.

I'm gonna be seriously bummed out if I tracked down an Agency Arms rail (finally) and an IWC Scout mount that are both installed on my M4 for nothing.

My struggle: a) keep current set up A.Arms rail w/ light and IWC mount w/ sling that casts a shadow VS. b) purchase and install M.Industries rail to mount light and sling on that will mitigate shadow casting

Edited July 27, 2022 by AIRB0RNE6176
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[Unobtanium]

11 minutes ago, AIRB0RNE6176 said:

Good to go.

I'll "pull the trigger" on it by placing an order for one this week.

We'll see how it turns out first hand, so fingers crossed...

https://www.ar15.com/forums/Armory/New-Midwest-Industries-M-LOK-Handguard-For-Benelli-M4/1-536900/

[AIRB0RNE6176]

What the s#it...!

I just realized that "chris1280" has an SBS, which is why I was thinking the M.Ind rail would make my mounted light flush with the muzzle. With my regular length barrel, I wouldn't have enough clearance for the light not to throw a shadow. Damn...

I'm sticking with current rig for now. Thanks "Unobtanium" for the sanity check and the links.

Edited July 27, 2022 by AIRB0RNE6176

[chris1280]

@AIRB0RNE6176 You are correct, on a full length barrel and the MI rail you would need the extra 4" to get your light flush or close to flush with the muzzle. If you were still interested in the rail you could use a T.REX Lightbar Scout Mount which is 4.5" long. That would definitely get your light setup flush or as close to flush with the muzzle.

https://www.trex-arms.com/store/Lightbar-Scout-Mount/

Edited July 27, 2022 by chris1280

[AIRB0RNE6176]

"SONIC BOOM", Perfect!

Many thanks for the T.Rex mount referral.

(BTW, this forum & it's members are AWESOME)??

[Unobtanium]

When I have to leverage stuff, I go Arisaka only. 7075 is very critical here.

https://arisakadefense.com/inline-scout-mount-m-lok/

 

I've seen 5.56 guns break 6061 one's. The pictures are now gone, but you get the idea.

https://www.ar15.com/forums/AR-15/Maybe-ultralight-scout-mounts-aren-t-a-good-idea-/20-758035/?page=1&anc=bottom#bottom

 

 

Edited July 28, 2022 by Unobtanium

[chris1280]

I’m not sure what material is used on the Trex mount but it states that it is made by Arisaka for Trex if that helps. 

[brightt]

very interested in one of these

[FL-Kruzen]

I just got my Midwest Industries Hand Guard and, I cannot figure out how to install it. There are no YouTube videos that show an installation on a M4.  The instructions suck.  I guess I will have to call Midwest and ask.  Any other suggestion?

 

Thanks

[ThisShouldDoTheJob]

On 7/4/2022 at 2:24 PM, Kahamu said:

Really wish Benelli would release the handguard they advertise on their M4 T-Pro. I don't see any screws so I imagine it installs the same way as the OEM forend.

 

+1. I've searched but haven't found a way to get that handguard. The incorporated heat shield on top would be great. If it ever does come available, I imagine it will cost a small fortune. 

[StreetSweeper56]

On 7/27/2022 at 6:22 AM, AIRB0RNE6176 said:

Good to go.

I'll "pull the trigger" on it by placing an order for one this week. We'll see how it turns out first hand, so fingers crossed.

I'm gonna be seriously bummed out if I tracked down an Agency Arms rail (finally) and an IWC Scout mount that are both installed on my M4 for nothing.

My struggle: a) keep current set up A.Arms rail w/ light and IWC mount w/ sling that casts a shadow VS. b) purchase and install M.Industries rail to mount light and sling on that will mitigate shadow casting

I placed my light under the barrel for that very reason, no more shadow-casting.

[brightt]

so whats the consensus from

the hive mind, oem handguard stippled still the way to go? or MI handguard, just about to pick up my new NP3 m4 this week and debating on stippled oem handguard + NP3 IWC QD mount or MI handguard, is the MI considered go to over the Briley !?

[StreetSweeper56]

2 hours ago, brightt said:

so whats the consensus from

the hive mind, oem handguard stippled still the way to go? or MI handguard, just about to pick up my new NP3 m4 this week and debating on stippled oem handguard + NP3 IWC QD mount or MI handguard, is the MI considered go to over the Briley !?

I, personally, like the Briley handguards. I have both the long and the short but I don't have an MI to do a direct comparison. In your situation I'd go with the OEM for a bit before I'd spend the $ on any other. Congrats on the NP3, I know you're excited; show us pics!

Edited August 16, 2022 by StreetSweeper56

[brightt]

thank you, I am so excited, I really like the oem handguards fully stippled that I can do + IWC QD mount but the only reason I ask about those x2 rails is.. the IWC mount especially NP3 is $100+ so its not far off from a MI with discount.

 

does anyone have a spare GG&G bolt release? 

here it is before I get it and add some "upgrades"

 

I got : TTI charging handle, TTI shell lifter, Daves MW safety, Blitzkrieg components tritium chevron front sight post, Diamond D custom Alaskan leather sling, and a Streamlight TLR1 HL light temporarily , FFT and oem fully stippled hand-guards

 

I am looking at getting:

 

•GG&G or FFT bolt catch/release
 

•Scalar works mount + RMR

 

•Limbsaver stock pad

•IWC QD mount for stock and upfront for light

 

maybe a follower

 

potentially in the future an A&S trigger guard and Strangerdanger port work / TI tube and end cap

 

Edited August 16, 2022 by brightt

[Dire Wolf]

Well, I am late to this party but wanted to add a Pic anyway.  Installed mine no issues and mounted my O-Light Odin 1500 GLM just to check how easy it was, no issues to report.  Planning on adding my new RX Arms 6 position recoil tube now that it is shipped and at the same time will swap out the tube for my new FF tube.

 

 

Edited December 22, 2022 by Dire Wolf

[brightt]

this is probably the rail handguard I would go with if I wanted an option besides the oem

[firearmsowner]

It feels solid, but I have only taken it out to shoot once. 

I was able to leave it on when I disassembled it to change out my recoil tube, just loosened the bottom brass set screws.

 

[M2_shootr]

Just got mine installed today. Instructions are poor at best. 
 

I like the MI setup, still need to mount a light.  

[Qberto]

Who made the head shield?  I've been searching in the forum and no on even mention what brand or where they got it from. 

On 1/3/2023 at 3:28 PM, firearmsowner said:

It feels solid, but I have only taken it out to shoot once. 

I was able to leave it on when I disassembled it to change out my recoil tube, just loosened the bottom brass set screws.

 

 

[ChangB]

Hi Chris!

just wondering because based on the picture, the handrail is more forward compared to others. Is there a specific mod to make it look that way?

[opinion.keeper]

On 5/30/2024 at 10:26 AM, ChangB said:

Hi Chris!

just wondering because based on the picture, the handrail is more forward compared to others. Is there a specific mod to make it look that way?

He has a short barrel shotgun, so the handrail looks so far forward because the barrel is 14 inches instead of the 18.5 of a standard barrel.

[sonyman74]

I love mine.

[ArmoredAlmond]

That’s actually really handsome! I dig it! Somehow mlok in the M4 gives me big Aliens pulse rifle vibes.

[mr2jeff]

how are you guys still liking the Midwest rail, it looks amazing on the entry models