Has anyone adapted a Law (or a knock-off) folding stock adaptor to the 15-22?

I have a 30" multi weapon bullpup case thats perfect for transporting rifles to the range on my motorcycle. My 15-22 fits now if I separate the upper and lower. That's not too much trouble but...

How cool would it be to have a folder?

Without cutting the buffer tube, i don't see how that can happen...i don't see it being in the realms of impossibility though. There are some bright sparks on here that i am sure could make it a reality.

I agree; tube cutting is imperative no matter which of the adaptors are employed.

I'm willing to carve a path (DIY) through the wilderness. I just don't want to learn that others preceded me and know where to begin cutting and what stumbling blocks lie ahead after I've wrestled the same bugaboos.

BUT! Would I buy one from someone else? Heck yeah!

Yes, but started as a 15-22P that was registered as an SBR. The 15-22P doesn't have the receiver extension out the back, but if you cut the extension off the rifle it would end up the same. The 15-22P does also have a QD adapter on the back, and it was used to mount the folding adapter. If you were starting with a rifle you'd probably need to have something similar made. Also had to notch the receiver to make a place for the nub on the end plate. You could also take off the nub, but would have to find a way to stop the stock from rotating.

Thanks for this. Exactly what I was looking for! Maybe Ill get a pistol too.

This is a very inexpensive adaptor I think has potential. If ID/OD is a match, I can possibly thread the nubby tube remnant or pin the adaptor to it. If not, a machined billet insert piece could be made to mate to the adaptors threads.

I have the Law Tactical on my AR here in the UK but there is no way I would chop my Smith to fit one. The Law Tactical one is a great add on to a gas piston AR in any language.

The cost of the Smith here is circa $1200 and the adapter around $500 to get one shipped through ripoff co, oh sorry Brownells UK.

If it doesn't work out well that's a lot of ammo to throw down the pan. I would go for it if I had same ease of access as that side the pond with prices to match but this side, sorry to say, no way.

Rob

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It would be super cool

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How does the law stand on a folding stock and the 24 inch rule?

My AR is a 16inch Barrel Gas Piston 5.56, with the folding stock adapter fitted the overall length is actually about an inch and a half longer than the rifle with a standard Magpul type butt stock.

The rifle can't fire with the stock folded and even with it folded it's 26 1/2 inches in length so still well within the requirements for that rule. Just means it's easier to store or put in a smaller range bag if needed.

Fitted to a chopped ***** Smith with my chopped barrel might make it a different story but as I'm not thinking I'll chop it's butt off I think I'll be good.

Good point tho, made me think to the point where I went and measured to be sure. Lol

Rob

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Never thought to check on this. Thanks for illuminating us.

The hinge piece I'm considering is a UTG/Leapers unit that retails for 15 US dollars.

There is always plastic welding... should the experiment come up short.

Probably won't be able to get the pistol version for a reasonable price. They were only made for a short time and go for a premium.

This is the knock-off Law Tactical adapter I used from China for airsoft. Wouldn't trust it on a centerfire rifle, but works great for this 15-22.

EbairSoft Airsoft parts & Tactical Gear - T HM Folding Stock Adapter for M4 HM007

About $35 and takes a couple weeks to arrive.



I think those guys are talking UK law, so not sure if what they are talking applies to you.

OP: You need 26" OAL with stock folded, if you do not want to NFA it. US LAW:Rifle: A shoulder fired, rifled barrel firearm with an overall length of 26” or greater, even when a folding or collapsible stock is retracted. Minimum barrel length is 16” from breech face to crown.
Be Safe,

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Incorrect. ATF measures OAL at longest length. Unfolded and stock extended.

State law may vary.

I appreciate the link telero. Inner diameter of the adaptor is posted there. I'll do some measuring in the morning.

Are you happy with hinge tolerances; wiggle and jiggle wise?

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S&W chopped the buffer tube to make the 15-22 pistols.

I copped the tube for my SBR. I'm thinking of replacing my steel CZ folding stock for a lighter aluminum Lage MFG K stock.

If you wouldn't mind, I would very much appreciate your knowledge prior to beginning the mutilation of my M&P.

How many unmolested MM’s remain between the butt hinge and the upper/lower joint intersection measured from the top?

I don't have any calipers handy but I just chopped the tube right behind the bevel like S&W did.

Thanks for helping me out.

I found another thread with a close up pic of the hinge on your pistol. It looks like the tube is completely amputated from the receiver and everything forward remains. That makes sense.

Now I understand (don't I?) that your picture in this thread shows a shadow cast on the bevel that tapers down to the hinge plate. That darker area made me think it was a part of your metal fabrication until I found the other thread.

Where did you find that hinge?
We are ready to start doing some R&D for folders

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You can get the adapter now
15-22 Side Folding Stock Adapter - Collapsible Stock | Tacticool22

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NB: I have the TactiCool22 "folding stock adapter," and it's really a "buffer tube adaptor," in that it just converts the back of the M&P15-22 to threads for a standard AR-15 buffer tube.



One must then buy an FSA separately to actually have a folding stock...



(No big deal, but that wasn't quite clear on TactiCool's website.)



I just bought a Matador Sidewinder...

Is there a picatinny stock adapter for the pistol version?

I found one from Haga defense but it says it doesnt work on the SBA3 brace model: S&W M&P 15-22P 1913 Rail Adapter - Haga Defense