Looks stupid. I love folding stocks, but not POS ones that say in bold "Not meant to be fired when folded..." That right there is stupid. Yes you can fold it up a little smaller to fit in a smaller gun case, but if you can't shoot it folded (from a vehicle, etc) then why waste the money? You can buy a SCAR-16, or a Sig 551 and have the best of both worlds.

I'm a generally picky bastard, but I think it is a good idea. Who the hell walks around firing a rifle folded like some kind of skinny? Not me. Who gives a shit if it can fire folded? Not me. Can this stock make it look less like I am carrying rifle by being able to fit the rifle in a smaller case? Yes. It looks like it will make my 14.5" fit in the case that I keep the 10.5" in, which is good, or maybe I can fit 2 10.5"s in one case now (there's an idea). Now, how durable is the adapter and will it effect reliability? Those are the questions that need answering here.

Huh? An SBR is where something like this belongs.

And why the hell would you want to fire it folded? Do you live in South Central?

Anyway, I'd like feedback from an actual user as to the build quality of this?
Is it a cast pos that could snap and send a BCG through my chest?
Is it a solid lockup with no looseness/flex when deployed?
Does the weird additional length and carrier extension cause malfs, or induce finicky cycling?
How tight does it tuck up against the upper rec?

I wouldn't mind one of my DI SBRs folding up into an even tinier package.
Problem is this thing would have to really be built well to go on one of my guns, and at only $180, it's probably crap.

not sure why I said modular - meant to say compact

Where exactly did I say I wanted to shoot it folded? Anyways are you trying to tell me the ability to fire folded doesn't provide any sort of benefit? As for stowing or carrying it in a case, why not take a second to separate your upper and lower instead of paying $180 to shave give or take 8" off the length?

I'm not trying to play commando here but let's say you're using this thing as shown (a practical application) in the video - carrying it in a patrol like fashion folded. You've now relinquished the ability to fire at an immediate threat without flipping that stock and shouldering the weapon.

it appears to have a bolt carrier extension (look at the directions), i think this would interfere with disassembling the upper and lower.

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I dont understand the need to fire a rifle with the stock folded like some inbred third worlder.

You say its better to fire from your vehicle, but wouldnt it still be a better idea to shoot the rifle with the stock open to get a cheak weld? I mean who sits there and actually holds a 5.56 rifle like a Uzi and fired from their vehicles? Raise your hands?

As far as a military role, wouldnt it be better to leave your windows up for protection, never heard of anyone shooting through their windows to engage a target in the real world

Nice. Waiting for review.

Its $179!!!

And it adds 1.3 inches to stock length...which I might like.

Im not interested in shooting with a folded stock, but I am interested in making my SBR even smaller for storage. I currently disassemble the rifle to keep it stored discreetly and this stock adapter would get the rifle into action more quickly. If this is made well and doesn't affect reliability, I'm in.

Here’s my experience with a folding stock AR…

I bought (and just sold) an RRA LAR-PDS. Read all about my adventures with RRA here: http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_126/566818_Rock_River_Arms_Piston_Driven_System.html.

I will NEVER buy another RRA product for as long as I live. That being said, the folding stock does have its advantages such as storage. When folded, you can carry it in a reasonable sized duffel bag that doesn’t scream “steal me!”.

I was going to shorten the barrel and install this stock:

http://shop.nordiccomp.com/NC-Compact-Retractable-Butt-Stock-STK-CRS-BRS.htm

It will fit an AR that doesn’t need a buffer tube and WILL fire folded. That is pretty much only 3 AR’s ever made (unless it’s a .22).

The short barrel, combined with an HK-style stock would have been a great CQB AR.

I was going to add a vertical grip to the left rail and a laser somewhere up front. I had visions in my head of a “chainsaw” type rifle.

What I didn’t think of, however, are some of the less-obvious problems. The battery release is impossible to reach with the left hand. You will need a BAD lever. Same with the safety. You can’t have an ambi-mag release. Basically, you need to move everything from the left to the right..

Plus, you look like an a-hole shooting it with the stock folded. About the only person that could pull it off and look cool would be Chuck Norris. And I, sir, am no Chuck Norris…

All this being said, I will NEVER buy another Rock River arms product and I encourage you all to think long and hard before you do! They have not lived up to their promises and are unreliable. I am just happy I realized how bad they are before I ever needed them. If you ever end up with their products, pray that you never need their help…

I have the stock on gunbroker for $100 with free shipping. If someone wants it, please PM me.

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Looking forward to that review. I assume you will be working your photography mojo as well I am very interested in what the total package length would be on a 10.5" with an A2 and this adapter.

It;s like you are reading my mind. Please let us know how that works out!

As homotroid as their video appears, I'm mildly interested in this for my SPR

Pros;

1. compact storage
2. Add 1.3" to A2 stock for my 14.5" LOP
3. Easier cleaning of barrel
4. Additional buffer mass for those heavy 77g SPR loads