SWS Brass Deflector is now available

RedNeck Jim said:
I haven't followed this thread lately. I purchased one initially and had to take it off due to all the failures. I apologize if this has been discussed, but is there any thought to having an option for a brass catcher? Could it be designed to accept something like the Caldwell or similar?
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Make sure to send me an email at [email protected] and I will add you to the notification list for the new ones and we can swap out or whatever you prefer to do.

Me an another member have been discussing a brass catcher, and once everything is sorted out on the brass deflector i'll start working on it.
 
The prototypes for the latest iteration arrived Saturday. I will be going to the range on Wednesday to give them a workout. One is 25 Degrees and the other is 45. You will note that there is now a lip on the bottom to, presumably, deflect the cases directly downward instead of outward. It will be interesting to see how this works out.
 

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Majorlk said:
The prototypes for the latest iteration arrived Saturday. I will be going to the range on Wednesday to give them a workout. One is 25 Degrees and the other is 45. You will note that there is now a lip on the bottom to, presumably, deflect the cases directly downward instead of outward. It will be interesting to see how this works out.
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That was one of the things I noticed about the angled brass deflectors is that on occasion some of the brass would bounce out and hit the inside of my forearm. Hopefully the lip will reduce/eliminate this. But it may be a byproduct of the angled design.

All of the testers should have received their new deflector shields and hopefully we will hear some positive results.
 
My grandson has an early out tomorrow so we'll go shooting after lunch and have two rifles to try the new ones out on.
 
Just got back from the range. We didn't have as much time to shoot as I wanted, due to a last minute conflict. Nevertheless, my grandson and I managed to put about 150 rounds each downrange in the time we had.

I put the 25 degree deflector on my rifle and the 45 on my grandson's. In the 300 rounds total there was not a single problem attributable to the deflectors. In both cases, all cases dropped from the ejection port into a pile on the bench. The 45 was a few inches further away was the only difference. Having a thick towel on the bench kept them from bouncing around and pretty much negates the need for a brass catcher when shooting from the bench. Offhand or away from the bench is another matter. :)

This pretty much confirms my theory that the problems were being caused by the cases getting caught on the edges of the slots.
 
Flawless!

Both of them. I shot 200 rounds with each, fast and slow, and couldn't recreate any of the previous issues. My forearm didn't get hit once either. These deflectors definitely control the flying brass better. The shells made a softball sized hole in the snow right next to my boot.

If I had to pick one it would be the 25 degree deflector. It looks good on there.
 
Gopher Slayer said:
Flawless!

Both of them. I shot 200 rounds with each, fast and slow, and couldn't recreate any of the previous issues. My forearm didn't get hit once either. These deflectors definitely control the flying brass better. The shells made a softball sized hole in the snow right next to my boot.

If I had to pick one it would be the 25 degree deflector. It looks good on there.
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That's my thought, too.
 
Well, I guess I'll add my 2 cents;

Was able to hit the range and put 250 rounds with each deflector. (500 total) My observations are exactly as stated above. Both deflectors were flawless!

I used both high velocity and sub sonic and all ejected perfectly. Did notice that the 45 degree deflector, when shooting left handed, the brass would hit my right forearm on occasion. But none with the 25 degree one.

If I had to choose between the 2, I like the 25 degree one. Looks better on the rifle. IMHO
 
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Received the brass deflectors the other day, but have not been able to go shooting... still recovering from surgery, and things are very painful right now. I hope to go VERY soon! If mine work like what the others have said, and like the previous 45 degree prototype, I expect to be very happy!

Thanks for allowing me to test these, and I apologize for the delay in testing. Meds do not mix well with driving and firearms! I'm really hoping to visit the range next week.
 
Made it to the range today, and was able to test the 45 degree deflector. Sent ~300 rounds down range without a single failure! :-) Started hurting after that, so I left. Hope to get back there in a few days to test the 25 degree.
 
Good to hear the positive results!

Freeway, I am really glad to hear it's working for you. Don't be in a rush to get back to the range, heal up and feel better bud.
 
SimpleWeaponSolutions said:
Good to hear the positive results!

Freeway, I am really glad to hear it's working for you. Don't be in a rush to get back to the range, heal up and feel better bud.
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Thanks! My neck looks like it has been put through a sausage grinder, and feels like it was hit by a train. Slowly, things are getting better though.
 
Was able to hit the range again today and give the beta 2.0 brass deflectors another work out. I was able to shoot 250 rounds with each deflector, (500 total) and very happy to report another flawless performance. I shot both high velocity and subsonic and both types brass left the rifle with authority. I also shot some left handed and on this range session I had only one piece of brass hit my right forearm with the 45 degree deflector.

Which leads me to another observation. The brass leaving the rifle with the new deflector leave with some force where the older version with the slots, brass on occasion would dribble out. Leading me to believe the brass is bouncing around with the old version and only making one bump with the new version (a positive thing)
 
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Results on the new and improved brass deflector sounds promising. Is there any estimate on when they will be available for sale?
 
Jyezahn said:
Love the results of these new deflectors! ~500rds downrange, nary a problem with bounceback. Nice little piles of spent brass!
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That is awesome!

rbuzz said:
Results on the new and improved brass deflector sounds promising. Is there any estimate on when they will be available for sale?
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I am still waiting to hear from a couple of other testers. After that it will take several weeks to have the parts made. A very rough estimate would be 4-8 weeks.
 
hi SWS

I just wondered if you will be in contact with purchasers of your original version or do we have to drop you a mail once your current testing is completed ?

cheers

Raj
 
I will be sending out emails to those that are having issues.

Just a reminder, if anyone is interested, they can be added to the notification list once the new deflectors are available by sending an email to [email protected]
 
Just wanted to check in the testers and see how the new deflectors are holding up.

I am planning on getting a production run going towards the end of the month for the 25° brass deflectors.
 
SimpleWeaponSolutions said:
Just wanted to check in the testers and see how the new deflectors are holding up.

I am planning on getting a production run going towards the end of the month for the 25° brass deflectors.
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Here's my very overdue range report. I tried the 45 first and it was flawless. I skipped straight to rapid fire and my Slidefire since I couldn't stay long. I put the 25 on and shot a few rounds with it and really liked the neat pile of brass. I emptied 2 mags with the Slidefire and had no bouncebacks. I let a boy who was there shoot a couple more mags through it and he had one bounceback but I suspect that was because he tilts the gun even farther to the left than I do. I shot a couple more mags with the 25 on there and it was flawless once again. I consider both to be a complete success.
 
SimpleWeaponSolutions said:
Awesome!

I am moving forward with the production run. A rough estimate, with lead times and the holidays a would be mid January before they are available.
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It sounds like the new design will significantly reduce bounce backs and make this product even better. Thanks for sticking with it.
 
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