I picked up a Caldwells Brass Catcher with velcro attachment for both my M&P 15 and my M&P 1522. I do reload, but the catcher is more for range friendliness as well.
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The problem I've had, like many others, was that the catcher failed to withstand more than 2-3 rounds fired in succession. If I held onto the velcro collar, it helped, but then I had to pay attention to both the target and the catcher. Further, once the bag became loaded with brass, it became increasingly difficult to keep aligned with the ejection port.
I have space on my rail for a hook of some kind that could hook onto the wire of the catcher. I've searched and found a few interesting possibilities. Right now, I've scavenged a portion of a picatinny rail catch and along with a washer and bolt, seems like it might hold. I haven't tried it out yet, but I will at the next range session.
However, I'm looking for less jury-rigged alternatives.
Here are some references to things that might work:
1) I like the low profile and small size. I could easily see cutting off the rail section, or putting an index clip there to help hold the bag
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2) Similar; here, it looks like the extra notches below the rail dovetail could capture the wire from the bag and press it against the lower
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3) Using a low-profile side sling mount. Not too many advantages over (1) or (2)
Magpul RSA QD Rail Sling Attachment MAG337
4) Using LaRue index clips, specifically designed for lower tapeswitch mounts. Would seem a waste to buy all of the other index clips when not required.
IndexClips, 72 Piece Set | LaRue Tactical
5) Find a replacement caldwall brass catcher spare mount. Caldwell doesn't have them. Of course, I'd still need to jury rig a shoulder to fit into the sleeve, but that seems easy enough.
http://www.battenfeldtechnologies.c...ail-brass-catcher-spare-mount&tab=accessories
Beyond that, does anyone have any recommendations on how I might be able to provide additional support for the brass catcher bag? None of the above had 'QD' levers, which would be a bonus (easier removal for range clear).
Thanks for any inputs or advice!
Amazon.com : Caldwell Ar-15 Brass Catcher : Airsoft Gun : Sports & Outdoors@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31CoBFbphcL.@@AMEPARAM@@31CoBFbphcL
The problem I've had, like many others, was that the catcher failed to withstand more than 2-3 rounds fired in succession. If I held onto the velcro collar, it helped, but then I had to pay attention to both the target and the catcher. Further, once the bag became loaded with brass, it became increasingly difficult to keep aligned with the ejection port.
I have space on my rail for a hook of some kind that could hook onto the wire of the catcher. I've searched and found a few interesting possibilities. Right now, I've scavenged a portion of a picatinny rail catch and along with a washer and bolt, seems like it might hold. I haven't tried it out yet, but I will at the next range session.
However, I'm looking for less jury-rigged alternatives.
Here are some references to things that might work:
1) I like the low profile and small size. I could easily see cutting off the rail section, or putting an index clip there to help hold the bag
Amazon.com: Tactical 45 Degree Off-set Rail Mount - Weaver Style: Sports & Outdoors@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41vOsA1WFaL.@@AMEPARAM@@41vOsA1WFaL
2) Similar; here, it looks like the extra notches below the rail dovetail could capture the wire from the bag and press it against the lower
Amazon.com: Low Profile Tactical Picatinny/Weaver 90 Degree Angle Mount, 1.37" Long with 3 Slots: Sports & Outdoors@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/312LULVvKRL.@@AMEPARAM@@312LULVvKRL
3) Using a low-profile side sling mount. Not too many advantages over (1) or (2)
Magpul RSA QD Rail Sling Attachment MAG337
4) Using LaRue index clips, specifically designed for lower tapeswitch mounts. Would seem a waste to buy all of the other index clips when not required.
IndexClips, 72 Piece Set | LaRue Tactical
5) Find a replacement caldwall brass catcher spare mount. Caldwell doesn't have them. Of course, I'd still need to jury rig a shoulder to fit into the sleeve, but that seems easy enough.
http://www.battenfeldtechnologies.c...ail-brass-catcher-spare-mount&tab=accessories
Beyond that, does anyone have any recommendations on how I might be able to provide additional support for the brass catcher bag? None of the above had 'QD' levers, which would be a bonus (easier removal for range clear).
Thanks for any inputs or advice!
