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Expert Review Got 1, want more - Primary Weapons Systems PWS Enhanced Buffer Tube, Mil-Spec Gen 2 Ratchet Lock Endplate
by
Matt S.,
Gear Expert
from IL, United States
Written on January 27, 2017
Matt S.'s Review of Primary Weapons Systems PWS Enhanced Buffer Tube, Mil-Spec Gen 2 Ratchet Lock Endplate
I wanted to try the ratcheting castle nut/end plate design so just ordered the kit with buffer tube.
Really glad I did. All components are excellent. Well made, solid finish, easy to install.
The buffer tube is "engraved" stamped with the various positions, lightweight design and the fluting just looks nice. Anti-tilt design seats the buffer tube lip around the buffer retaining pin.
Not having to stake a castle nut is awesome. Ratchets onto the end plate and can be removed if necessary.
Still uses the same castle nut wrench, no special/proprietary tools needed.
The QD sling swivel socket in the rear is great and very useful as it allows both lefties and righties to use a sling there without any reconfiguring or having "extra" snag points.
I put mine on a CWAR build I have been working on, using the Kaiser US polymer receiver set.
Love it. Plan to get the same kit for any other future builds I do, which is at least 2 more right now.
Even if you don't want/get their buffer tube, the ratcheting endplate/castle nut can be bought separately and used with any mil spec receiver/buffer tube setup.
Pricey but I think it is well worth it for a quality product with thoughtful, innovative design.
Pros:
Lightweight
No Castle Nut Staking
Marked Stock Positions on Buffer Tube
Ambi QD sling swivel socket
Buffer Tube Drainage Holes
Fluted
Anti-tilt Buffer Tube design
Cons:
price
Best Used for:
AR Builds
Would Recommend:
Yes
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Hi, my name is Matt and I am a Gear Addict. I have a serious product addiction and enjoy nothing better than getting to run a product through its paces. I like to know exactly what it can and can't do or whether it's worth recommending or not.