NDS 2 position gray buffer tubes > AR-15 / M-16 Retro Forum

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:00:50 AM EDT

FYI,

We are working with a local company to have a run of military dimension 2 position buffer tubes (receiver extension) manufactured.

I don't have an exact date for samples, but it could be sometime in July.

They will be anodized in "XM" gray.

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:18:28 AM EDT

[#1]

Mike,

Sweeeet! Gives me another reason to move to a free(er) state.

David

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:19:08 AM EDT

[#2]

I was pulling my hair out for one of these awhile back

I'll still take one for the Future Carbine Builders of America

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:32:22 AM EDT

[#3]

does that mean there is a chance of NDS alloy stock bodies like these?

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:32:36 AM EDT

[#4]

Awesome!

I was hopeful that you'd do these eventually/

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:44:04 AM EDT

[#5]

As long as you are doing that type of machining, why not offer 3-pos or other, later military configurations as well? Why? Well, I have a 2-pos Milspec stock for my 635 build, but I prefer the other positions sometimes, so am considering using a commercial stock on it. (Gasp) Just a thought. Mil-spec tubes in any configuration ought to sell well - it seems everyone is always looking for them. I have a Colt M4 stock body for a beater build, for example, but I need a mil-size tube for it, but I want more than 2 positions on that rifle. Maybe you could charge an extra $5 a hole or something.

Posted: 5/31/2009 10:47:44 AM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
As long as you are doing that type of machining, why not offer 3-pos or other, later military configurations as well? Why? Well, I have a 2-pos Milspec stock for my 635 build, but I prefer the other positions sometimes, so am considering using a commercial stock on it. (Gasp) Just a thought. Mil-spec tubes in any configuration ought to sell well - it seems everyone is always looking for them. I have a Colt M4 stock body for a beater build, for example, but I need a mil-size tube for it, but I want more than 2 positions on that rifle. Maybe you could charge an extra $5 a hole or something.

It seems that 4-pos tubes might be a worthwhile offering as well.

While they used to be readily available from dealers with CMT stuff, they are pretty hard to find these days.

Posted: 5/31/2009 11:05:06 AM EDT

[#7]

+1 for MILSPEC stock bodies (I don't mind the velcro, but if I didn't need it...)

+1 for 2 and 4 position tubes. There are plenty of 5 & 6 positions out there.

p.s. +1 more for MILSPEC stock bodies

Posted: 5/31/2009 11:27:04 AM EDT

[#8]

At this point we are only going to do the buffer tubes.

The stock bodies are available from other vendors.

Posted: 5/31/2009 11:44:53 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
At this point we are only going to do the buffer tubes.

The stock bodies are available from other vendors.

Mike, who has alloy mil-spec stock bodies in stock?

Posted: 5/31/2009 11:59:53 AM EDT

[#10]

EA was the last game in town but they are out with no idea when, or if, they will re stock.

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Posted: 5/31/2009 12:52:10 PM EDT

[#11]

This is effen sweet!!

More reason to spend money.

Thanks for considering/offering all these parts.

Posted: 5/31/2009 2:49:46 PM EDT

[#12]

looking forward to getting some NDS parts. I'm already planning on overnighting my payment for an xm16e1 and a 601 lower as soon as they are available. These buffer tubes are next on my list. I don't think aluminum stock bodies are available anymore from EA so maybe NDS should jump on those too, it would probably be a worthy investment.

Posted: 5/31/2009 6:05:13 PM EDT

[#13]

I would be down for a tube and a body, or two...

Posted: 5/31/2009 6:12:08 PM EDT

[#14]

Are teh Bushamster alum stocks commercial or military spec?

Posted: 5/31/2009 6:28:39 PM EDT

[#15]

Quoted:
Are teh Bushamster alum stocks commercial or military spec?

mines commercial

Posted: 6/1/2009 7:52:21 PM EDT

[#16]

Mine are commercial, anodized and powder coated - no matter who made 'em.

If EA is outta the game, looks like an open market...

Posted: 6/1/2009 10:51:04 PM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
+1 for MILSPEC stock bodies (I don't mind the velcro, but if I didn't need it...)

+1 for 2 and 4 position tubes. There are plenty of 5 & 6 positions out there.

p.s. +1 more for MILSPEC stock bodies

I like this idea.

Posted: 6/2/2009 10:05:24 PM EDT

[#18]

Can I get two?

Posted: 6/2/2009 11:01:47 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:

does that mean there is a chance of NDS alloy stock bodies like these?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0603/Ekie12091941/Govt%20Carbines/variation%20guide/buttstocks-1.jpg

Who all makes aluminum stock bodies? Is it only EA, or does anyone else do it?

ETA: I should read the rest of the thread more cloesly

Posted: 6/3/2009 2:15:29 PM EDT

[#20]

I don't need one, but it's still cool that you're making them...

Posted: 6/3/2009 5:28:34 PM EDT

[#21]

The 2 position receiver extension is the one item I liked the least about retro carbines. I vote for a 4 position.

Posted: 6/3/2009 5:38:07 PM EDT

[#22]

How about the retro type receiver extension "ring", without the cuts? Or is that included with the tube?

Posted: 6/5/2009 8:10:48 PM EDT

[#23]

Mike, if you want to borrow one of mine for any reason, let me know.

Posted: 6/6/2009 3:10:26 AM EDT

[#24]

Mike, Would it be that much more difficult to tool up and make rifle buffer tubes without the wrench flats, and/or bore some holes in them like the earliest tubes?

Posted: 6/6/2009 6:32:51 AM EDT

[#25]

Any idea on price? What am I talking about, I don't need any more 2-pos tubes.

Posted: 6/6/2009 8:03:34 AM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
The 2 position receiver extension is the one item I liked the least about retro carbines. I vote for a 4 position.

If you havce an extra 2 position laying around I'll swap you a 3 position for it!!!!

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