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Questions & Answers
will this BCG work with a fostech echo 2 trigger? Expert Answer

Yes, it should, and you may need to mess around with different buffer weights depending on how your AR is set up in regards to caliber, barrel length, ammo, gas system, etc.

by Armando R., Gear Expert, November 27, 2019
Will this product still require an end plate to retain the takedown pin detent? Expert Answer

No, the housing integrates the end plate into the design.

by Jonathan D., Gear Expert, June 3, 2018
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review
Better than the SBPDW and SBA3 by ARbuilder, Verified Owner, July 15, 2018
Bought an SBA3 and sold it within a week. Turned around and bought this right away! fit and finish are A1, it collapses shorter than the SBPDW and is lighter. Plus it's better looking than the SBA3...
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Helpful Positive Review
Maxim CQB pistol brace by Deckhand, June 11, 2018
Well made and superb fit. A much more versatile option than a blade or other non adjustable brace. Quick sling attachment points are a plus in carry options. The pistol buffer tube, spring and buffer functioned flawlessly on my AR.
1/2 found this helpful
Helpful Positive Review
Very Nice, but SB Tactical is better by Mars, Verified Owner, March 11, 2018
First off, I have both. MAXIM PROS: Shorter. Comes with JP already. CONS: not as many buffer options (like H2). Might cause issues if you’re shooting suppressed from short barrel (the backpressure sheared mine completely. JP replaced it, but be aware...
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Helpful Positive Review
Great Product by John, February 23, 2019
I bought this for a mk 18 build. I love it. Looks great and makes the whole rifle very compact. It was exactly as I expected it to be. Optics plant gave me a great price a very fast delivery. I recommend them and the product.
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Helpful Positive Review
This brace is excellent and is clearly high quality. It also folds down for smallest storage, with the rails fitting perfectly down the upper and lower frame. I also ordered the one with the silent captured spring, which will be the first I have ever...
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Helpful Positive Review
I picked up one of these with the 9mm silent captured spring. Between the buffer and removing the weight plug of the dense 9mm buffer, recoil is much better. Prior to that, I was somewhat annoyed with the amount of recoil on my 9mm AR15. Those often ...
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Maxim Defense CQB PDW Brace for AR15 has been discontinued by Maxim Defense Industries and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Gun Parts, Rifle Parts, Firearm Braces yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Maxim Defense CQB PDW Brace for AR15

Perfect for PDW pistols the Maxim Defense Arm Brace gives you the adjustments needed to more comfortably shoot your AR pistol, and makes your pistol more compact for easier transport. Built on the same housing as our CQB stocks, you get the same durability and features. It's also the perfect stock to run on your pistol while waiting on your Form 1 to clear. When that day comes, keep the same housing installed and simply swap out the arm brace for one of our butt stocks.image

DO NOT MODIFY A BCG TO MAKE IT COMPATIBLE. DO NOT REMOVE THE WEIGHT FROM 9MM BCG'S.

Features of Maxim Defense CQB PDW Brace for AR15:

  • Maxim CQB Pistol Buffer (9mm,40S&W,45ACP)
  • Spring System (Proprietary buffer & spring)
  • Easily installs on mil-spec AR15 lowers
  • Interchangeable Buttstock Assemblies
  • KIT Includes: DEMO Maxim Defense Industries Universal 9mm Bolt Carrier Group w/Weight Plug

Package Contents:

  • Maxim Defense CQB PDW Brace for AR15
  • Maxim CQB Pistol Buffer (9mm,40S&W,45ACP)
  • Spring System (Proprietary buffer & spring)
  • KIT Includes: DEMO Maxim Defense Industries Universal 9mm Bolt Carrier Group w/Weight Plug

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Maxim Defense CQB PDW Brace for AR15 Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Demo, Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - PCB, Black, 8523976168 , MPN: 8523976168-DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976168-DEMO
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - PCB, Black, 8523976168 , MPN: 8523976168 , UPC: 685239761689 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976168
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - H2, Black, 8523976166 , MPN: 8523976166 , UPC: 685239761665 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976166
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Black, 8523976133 , MPN: 8523976133 , UPC: 685239761337 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976133
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - H1, Black, 8523976164 , MPN: 8523976164 , UPC: 685239761641 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976164
  • Demo, Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - PCB, FDE, 8523976169 , MPN: 8523976169-DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976169-DEMO
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, FDE, 8523976134 , MPN: 8523976134 , UPC: 685239761344 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976134
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - Stadard, Black, 8523976114 , MPN: 8523976114 , UPC: 685239761146 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976114
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - H1, FDE, 8523976165 , MPN: 8523976165 , UPC: 685239761658 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976165
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - Standard, FDE, 8523976115 , MPN: 8523976115 , UPC: 685239761153 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976115
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - H2, FDE, 8523976167 , MPN: 8523976167 , UPC: 685239761672 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976167
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - Heavy, FDE, 8523976138 , MPN: 8523976138 , UPC: 685239761382 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976138
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - Heavy, Black, 8523976137 , MPN: 8523976137 , UPC: 685239761375 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976137
  • Maxim Defense Industries AR15 Ultimate CQB Pistol Bundle - PDW Brace, CQB Buffer and Spring, Black with Silver BCG - DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976199-KIT1
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - 9mm, Black, 8523976139 , MPN: 8523976139 , UPC: 685239761399 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976139
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, Maxim CQB Buffer & Spring - PCB, FDE, 8523976169 , MPN: 8523976169 , UPC: 685239761696 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976169
  • Maxim Defense Industries AR15 Ultimate CQB Pistol Bundle - PDW Brace, CQB Buffer and Spring, FDE with Black BCG - DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976198-KIT2
  • Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol PDW Brace, JP SCS-XS Gen 2 - 9mm, FDE, 8523976140 , MPN: 8523976140 , UPC: 685239761405 , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976140
  • Maxim Defense Industries AR15 Ultimate CQB Pistol Bundle - PDW Brace, CQB Buffer and Spring, FDE with Silver BCG - DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976199-KIT2
  • Maxim Defense Industries AR15 Ultimate CQB Pistol Bundle - PDW Brace, CQB Buffer and Spring, Black with Black BCG - DEMO , Code: MDI-SBC-MDAR15-8523976198-KIT1
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