Reviews - Safariland RK-M4 Fore End Rail Mount RK-M4-2 Reviews - DS-MT-RK-M4-2

Author: Metairieman55 from New Orleans, LA on Aug 11, 2012
Pros:  Easy to install
Cons:  Not aluminum
Would recommend:  yes

Metairieman55 wrote:

It saves money replacing the original fore end while retaining the air ventilation plus allows a dual installation if you need the extra rails down the line. So far, it's quite sturdy with just my fold-able handle installed with enough room to add a bipod in the future. For the "aluminum railers," this is made of the same material as the original fore end and should hold up as well.

Author: Mike (verified customer) from Denville NJ on Jan 17, 2012
Pros:  Easy install with just a phillips head screwdriver
Cons:  None for me.
Would recommend:  yes

Mike wrote:

Economical way to upgrade to forward grip, add light or laser sight. Very light and durable.

Author: StandAlone. (verified customer) , ..., from Port Washington, WI on Jan 12, 2012
Pros:  3 rails, no permanent mods. to the gun
Cons:  Made from glorified plastic
Would recommend:  yes

StandAlone. wrote:

The trick to installing this is to tighten all the screws at the same time, being careful not to over tighten any of the screws. For under $75 I now have a weaponlight mounted on my AR-15 that is effective out to 300+ yards.

Author: Larry903 (verified customer) from tool texas on Jan 7, 2012
Pros:  Easy to install. Kept original fore end.
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

Larry903 wrote:

No need to get rid of original fore end. Fits tight. Pefect for adding a laser and light.

Author: WolfSlayer (verified customer) , LEO, from Las Vegas, NV on Oct 28, 2010
Pros:  Functional, excellant value
Cons:  can present sharp screw ends if your fore end is narrow
Would recommend:  yes

WolfSlayer wrote:

I've been using the Safariland RLS flashlight on my glock for years. This system allows me to use the same light on 2 weapon systems. The 45 degree slant rails leave top & bottom positions open for other equipment. Also, with just the forward part of the fore end railed I don't need to use covers to keep from tearing up my hands.

Author: B. Concealed (verified customer) , Enthusiest, from California on Aug 7, 2010
Pros:  It works!!!
Cons:  That just depends.
Would recommend:  yes

B. Concealed wrote:

It did the job for me to mount a flashlight to my rifle at a inexpesive rate. Also easily removed when not using in that setup. Rugged, Sturdy...I am happy. This setup will allow you to mound a light and foward grip no problem when you are not ready to spend alot of money on a quad rail system.

Author: ghost4 (verified customer) , I have had significant tranining, practice, and practical applications of numberous weapons and accessories over the past 30 years. At this point in my life I am an engineer, so everything must be efficient and practical to get my approval. , from Glendale KY on Jun 10, 2010
Pros:  Cost, light weight, versitlity
Cons:  You must remove this device to remove the handguards for cleaning and oiling the barrel.
Would recommend:  yes

ghost4 wrote:

This a great product for those who do not want to go to the expense of purchasing a new set of handguards with full picitiny rails. In addition,this product leaves the rear of the handguards with a natural fit for you hand. It has versitility is so much as you can mount it with the 3 rails in 2 different configurations. It is simple to install and easy to remove if one choses to do so. Its high density polymer give it strenght while retaining light weight. In short, I like this product a lot.

Author: Bryan from Jboro Arkansas on Feb 21, 2009
Pros:  Fit and price
Cons:  Wish it was metal and not composite.
Would recommend:  yes

Bryan wrote:

Put this ona DPMS with Glacier Guards and love it. Have a light, laser and Vertical grip attached. Fits very snug to thw gun.

Author: jcwward (verified customer) , Federal Law Enforcement Officer, firearms instructor, volunteer firefighter., from Brunswick, GA on Jan 23, 2009
Pros:  East to install. Leaves original fore end intack.
Cons:  Moves if the fore end moves.
Would recommend:  yes

jcwward wrote:

I put this on an original AR carbine that I did not want to change the fore end on, but wanted a light mount and verticle grip on. It mounted easily with two choices of screws available to fit whatever diameter of fore end you have. There will most likely always be a gap between the top and bottom halves of the mount, but I simply cut foam spacers to cover the screws in these gaps. Overall, and for the price, the mount does what I wanted without having to alter my carbine and allows me to reach a light from the verticle grip. It does move a bit, but that is because the original fore end moves a bit, and with this particular Viet Nam era carbine that is the way it goes! Overall I am very happy with it, but if what you want is a monolithic rail mount it may not be for you.