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Reviews & Ratings for Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol - PDW Brace for AR15, Standard Buffer/Spring — 20 reviews

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Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol - PDW Brace for AR15, Standard Buffer/Spring
Maxim Defense Industries CQB Pistol - PDW Brace for AR15, Standard Buffer/Spring
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Most Helpful Positive Review Quality Product
I am very critical about products like this as everything I do I do first class. The materials, fit , finish and packaging are all first class. Shipping was fast. Brace fit on an LCRW pistol perfectly,a nice upgrade for that unit. I feel this product sets the standard by which to measure all others ...
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Most Helpful Negative Review Cant believe it
A brace worth over $300 and they don’t even give you a sticker. WTF. It’s a great brace BTW. The materials are great quality, the finish will withstand abuse and the design is optimal for CQB. I understand why it’s more expensive than SBPDW. But no dang stickers?!! Unacceptable!!!
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by Maxim defense, Verified Owner from GA, United States Written on November 1, 2025
Very Sturdy, easy to install, works well - if super safe you need the h2 buffer system fyi
Best Used for:
  • Cqb sbr
Would recommend: Yes
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Maxim defense!

by JWelder10, Verified Owner from WI, United States Written on March 6, 2025
Worth every penny very nice brace, Sturdy with easy assembly!
Would recommend: Yes
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Maxim defense brace

by Nathan, from IL, United States Written on October 23, 2022
Best brace there is! Absolutely perfect out of the box. Very compact when closed but nice size at full extension. Little pricey but very reliable and worth every penny I spent. Would love if they came out with more colors but the fed looks super good in person. I wish the braces had the set screw feature how the stocks have but it is not a deal breaker.
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Great arm brace

by JZ, from CO, United States Written on August 7, 2022
I bought the FDE arm brace first. Messed around with it about while and decided to order another one in Black for my 5.56 NATO pistol. I thought for the price they should spring open but after playing around with it I got it to run pretty good. A bit spendy but they work great and look awesome. Comes with custom buffer tube, buffer, and buffer spring.
Pros:
  • Nice looking comfortable arm brace.
Cons:
  • Expensive.
Best Used for:
  • AR-pistol builds.
Would recommend: Yes
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This thing is awesome

by Smitttydog, Verified Owner from MA, United States Written on July 25, 2022
This was really easy to install which was great for my blood pressure because I really hate detent springs. It kept my shorty short which was the point. So far the standard buffer is working with 300blk. I also bought an H1 buffer because I wasn’t paying attention that it came with the buffer.
Pros:
  • None
Cons:
  • Pricey
Would recommend: Yes
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Honestly Can't beat it

by TJ, Verified Owner from MD, United States Written on March 14, 2022
From an SBA3, to the SBPDW, I decided to pull the trigger on this amazing piece of equipment. The quality is unmatched and is very satisfying when installing. I use this on my 11.5" AR-9 and it functions great. Not to mention its always an eye catcher!
Pros:
  • easy intallation
  • Amazing quality
Cons:
  • Quite Expensive, but you'll understand why when it's in your hands
Best Used for:
  • Ar9 carbine or pistol
Would recommend: Yes
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Quality brace, but very heavy.

by GunMan77, Verified Owner from TX, United States Written on October 30, 2021
The fit, finish and build quality are superb, however this brace is built like a tank, and adds considerable weight to your pistol. Furthermore, this product is currently a “final sale” product, which means you will not be able to return or exchange it. Caveat emptor.
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Best brace on the market

by Benjamin Stalets, from NC, United States Written on August 2, 2021
Functionality, fitment, comfort, and overall looks of this brace receive a perfect “10”. Definitely worth the extra money compared to other braces. Comes with buffer spring as well but I replaced it with the JP Enterprise Silent Capture System. I’m sure there is nothing wrong with the spring it comes with, but I never used it. If going with the JP Enterprise system, make sure and order the correct size.
Pros:
  • Comfort
  • fitment
  • Great looking
  • Functinality
Cons:
  • None
Best Used for:
  • defense
Would recommend: Yes
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Great solid brace

by JC, from VA, United States Written on July 7, 2021
I definitely love this stock. Super easy to install and I can't wait to actually see how it shoots with my new build. Only thing I would recommend to anyone considering buying this brace is to upgrade to the JP silent spring assembly. The buffer and spring that come with the brace make a little noise when moving the rifle.
Pros:
  • easy to install
  • Compact & comfortable to carry
Cons:
  • Price $$$ - unfortunately good things come out a price.
Best Used for:
  • CQB
  • Home defense
Would recommend: Yes
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CQB Pistol - PDW Brace for AR15

by Evans3931, Verified Owner from CA, United States Written on June 18, 2021
Unexpectedly comfortable (gunsmith was surprised too), plenty of options for pull length, JP silent captured spring system is so great its now mandatory on all buffer tubes for me, looks very nice, and most surprising... no wiggle! The price hurts, but it's worth every penny if you can afford it.
Would recommend: Yes
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