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Under most circumstances I would do likewise but several factors played into my decision to forego S&W's assistance: * I came to the realization quickly that I didn't want the ported barrel. It makes a mess and provides negligible benefit. * No matter what S&W might decide to do regarding the...

Thanks! :)

There's not much left of my 1st get M&P15T at this point (bottom carbine in the picture). The lower receiver, takedown pins (springs and detents), magazine release, bolt catch, fire control group (the stock trigger is the best mil spec AR trigger I've ever encountered), buffer spring, castle...

I finally got around to removing the beavertail from the Performance Center M&P9 pictured in my earlier post above. After some range time it became clear that there were accuracy issues with this pistol. This was due to a terrible barrel to side fit. In addition (and of no consequence), the...

I thought about going the grip tape route but I wanted to be able to 'tune' how aggressive (or smooth) the texture is for areas of the grip so I prefer stippling. I don't really notice the stippling in this area unless I intentionally give it thought. Though grippier than the stock smooth...

Thanks all! :) I'll echo CB3's advice - go slow. You can always take more off later but you can't put it back once it's gone. It's an easy job, just requires a bit of patience. CB3 - That stipple job on the backstrap is very cool! Did you do that? ----- After sending 50 rounds downrange I...

Thanks! :) It's more aggressive than the 2.0's grip texture but that was my intention from the get. The tip I selected to use was for this purpose. Have a look at OT Defensive's site. The's a good bit of useful information and a lot of options for stippling patterns. Most of their stippling...

I have been kicking around the idea of having my 1st gen full size M&P 9mm handgun frame stippled and having the beaver tail shaved off but the pricing and wait times have kept from following through. Last week I decided to shave the beaver tail flush with the rear of the slide and it turned...

I prefer having the light Mounted offset at the 11:00 o'clock position and as far forward as possible while still maintaining ready access to the switch: I use the VFG as a hand stop with a thumb-over grip so the placement pictured above allows for quick access to the tail cap switch for...

As this is to be a defensive carbine I would also suggest adding a weapon light. This light is worth consideration: http://haleystrategic.com/store/inforce_wml_hsp.php Rugged, dependable weapon light with an integral mount at a great price ($109). It would definitely keep the additional weight...

The 'tier' thing (the 'chart', etc.) rates different AR's against Colts TDP (technical data package) which provides complete specifications for the M4 carbine (this TDP is part of Military Specification MIL-C-70559). A civilian M4 pattern carbine cannot meet the TDP in its entirety as we've no...

FS: Barreled upper receiver from '09 M&P15T (bbl.assy/upper.assy) SOLD pending funds I have a used barreled upper assembly pulled from a Smith & Wesson M&P15T. I purchased the M&P15T new in September of 2009 and have put around 3,000 rounds through it since. The carbine never had any...

My not-so-stock M&P15T and its twin: Specs: ●Carbine #1: S&W M&P15 lower receiver, Carbine #2: SA&A (Aero) lower receiver, w/ BCM lower parts kits ●ALG Quality Mil-Spec (QMS) trigger groups ●Battle Arms Development 45° throw ambidextrous safety selectors (Standard / Short+Thin levers)...

Congrats! :) My 4506 is one of my favorite firearms.

My son and I went to the range today and put 100 rounds downrange with the SW1911 - some FMJ, some HP. It chambered, fired, and extracted all flawlessly. Also proving to be very accurate. :) I called S&W customer service today to inquire about the recall status of my SW1911. They confirmed...

Thanks guys! Looking forward to another range visit with my son early this coming week. Now to find ammo.... (don't really want to use up what I have in the locker just yet)

I have wanted a S&W 1911 for 10 years and I've been without a 1911 for 25 years. A local gun store recently took in a first gen S&W1911 and had it priced at $799. From what I have been able to find this appears to have been a fair price. I sat on the idea of buying it for a week before acting on...

I have changed many parts over time for personal preference in function and ergonomic fit I have yet to replace a single Ihave one of the early Troy MRF rail & BUIS equipped M&P15T's after S&W moved all manufacturing in house. It's seen some changes since purchasing this carbine in 2010...

This. I run my AR15's wet and I run them pretty hard. I don't run any corrosive ammunition, just US military surplus ammo or bulk Federal 55gr .223. Aside from a quick swab through the barrel before they go back in the safe I don't bother cleaning them until I've run at least 500 rounds...

Amen to that.