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Posted: 1/3/2003 9:34:11 PM
[Last Edit: 1/5/2005 9:49:22 AM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() These new soft-surfaced highly textured no-slip panels provide the user with a level of comfort and a feeling of security that must be experienced to be believed. This is the ultimate accessory for your rail-equipped handguard. No other product on the market can so dramatically enhance the personality of your weapon. They have been tested on Oly's FIRSH, DPMS's 4 rail free float tubes, all of Knight's RAS products, and others. They slide on, and are secured in any* slot on the rail by a patented (six ways to Sunday) sliding captured latch. As an example of the thought and engineering that went into this product, the latch was designed to be pulled out by using either the rim of a cartridge, or the point of a bullet. They are currently offered in 6 lengths, comparable to Knight's panels. I have cut them with a bandsaw, leaving a clean edge with no propensity to delaminate. The manufacturer recommends sealing the cut edge with Loc-Tite Prism. The coating is resistant to common solvents and UV rays. The color is flat black. The feel is fantastic. It's comfortable, and secure. The pattern was designed with feedback from Special Forces testers to give the most secure grip even with wet gloves. Everyone who has had their hands on them wants them. UPDATE: More feedback from the SEAL team in A-stan; "Send more grips. The other operatives are jealous as hell, and we can trade the panels for anything we want!" NOW IN STOCK, with a new price of $18 per panel. I have a limited number of T-shirts @ $12 each.. Dealer and distributor inquiries invited. Excalibur Arms Inc 772-285-2353 www.SR-25.com (in progress) * The latch will not engage the top rear slot of the M4 or M5 RAS because of the barrel nut clamp screw. The same situation exists on the top and bottom rear slot of the RAS II. The solution is to turn the panel end for end, because it will lock into any other slot. It doesn't HAVE to be in the front or rear slot. |
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Posted: 1/16/2003 4:49:15 PM
Still cant believe I guessed what that was the first time you posted a pic of it.
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Posted: 1/21/2003 10:47:44 PM
Bandit these look great,talk to you later. GOOBIE
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Posted: 1/22/2003 1:27:01 AM
As a person who has actually tested these, I would go as far to say that they are the best handguards you can get.
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Posted: 1/29/2003 3:19:14 PM
[Last Edit: 2/4/2003 7:08:33 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
They're here! I have a limited number of production panels in stock, with more coming soon.
Retail price is $25 each. For a limited time,get a set of three for $69 shipped. Dealer pricing available. Excalibur Arms Inc. 772-285-2353 www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 1/29/2003 8:05:23 PM
These seem like a great product, but someone needs to talk to the person who designed the "Aztec" pattern on the outside.
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Posted: 1/29/2003 10:56:46 PM
Why? It works exactly the way it's supposed to. It provides the maximum possible slip resistance to a force applied from any direction. In simple terms, it sticks to your hand. |
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Posted: 1/30/2003 1:22:08 AM
[Last Edit: 1/30/2003 1:22:30 AM by kay9]
Theyre friggin half swastikas! I cant buy one, I'm white. Everyone will think it's a nazi refernce at the range!
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Posted: 1/31/2003 10:25:56 PM
[Last Edit: 2/4/2003 7:06:28 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
I suggest you do a Google search for swastika. There really is no way to even make one from this L7 pattern. |
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Posted: 2/1/2003 8:48:55 PM
Let me know when you get OD.... |
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Posted: 2/4/2003 7:10:37 PM
Don't hold your breath waiting for OD. If enough demand is seen for them, it will happen. If not...
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Posted: 2/7/2003 3:30:28 AM
Is the rubber heat resistant and when do you expect the different lengths to be available.
Thanks |
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Posted: 2/7/2003 9:21:11 AM
[Last Edit: 3/7/2003 12:42:09 AM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
Not just for looks, these panels were designed for military use, i.e. full auto weapons. Heat is not a problem. Expect to be seeing these on a major international arms manufacturer's products in the near future.
I can cut these to any length needed. The designer pre-heated an oven to 300 degrees F., and placed a panel coated side down on the rack. After an hour, the coating had deformed slightly, and bubbled a bit, but the substrate was unaffected and the panel remained usable. |
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Posted: 2/13/2003 6:08:15 AM
Have plenty of stock on hand going into the SHOT show.
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Posted: 2/13/2003 5:04:47 PM
I've got a set of these that I got from Bandit, and they are SWEET!
Even with my hands sweaty, or my gloves wet, the grip and comfort on these covers is incredible. They lock securely on my Knight's RAS, and on the Oly FIRSH. The Knight's rails won't lock onto the FIRSH without modification, but these fit great! I'll get some pics up soon... |
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Posted: 2/18/2003 3:30:57 AM
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Posted: 2/18/2003 9:52:08 AM
[Last Edit: 2/18/2003 10:01:17 AM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
Due to higher than anticipated production costs, the manufacturer is considering a price increase. I will hold the above-posted price of 3 for $69 shipped as long as current stock lasts.
These are already in use in Afgan-land. One of the production managers sent a set to a family member, part of a spec-ops team, who immediately requested enough panels for the rest of his team. They are there. www.SR-25.com(new revisions, with lots more coming)) |
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Posted: 2/18/2003 10:56:13 AM
How do they work on cmore rails?
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Posted: 2/18/2003 11:08:38 AM
They work fine on the C-More.
They fit any Mil-Spec rail. At the SHOT show, we mounted them on rails from a number of different manufacturers. Some were a tight fit, none were loose. Each panel is guaged as a final production step. |
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Posted: 2/26/2003 9:15:03 PM
Will this work on the Oly Firsch handgaurd?
Cruizer |
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Posted: 2/26/2003 11:39:59 PM
As Treetop stated above, and Ozimar has previously noted, yes, they work well on the FIRSH.
I tried them myself at the SHOT show. |
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Posted: 3/5/2003 12:08:16 AM
I'll have a pic of the precut panels tomorow.
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Posted: 3/5/2003 5:55:23 PM
Bandit,
Will you be at the Coconut Grove show this weekend or the Ft. Pierce show next weekend? |
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Posted: 3/5/2003 7:36:51 PM
I will be at Coconut Grove this weekend, and Ft. Pierce the next.
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Posted: 3/7/2003 12:41:22 AM
![]() Dark Parts ULTIMATE GRIP(c) Rail Panels For when there's only one perfect fit... The manufacturer is now offering pre-cut panels in six standard lengths, by special order. www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 3/9/2003 2:00:55 AM
Are the shorter panels $25 each or less? Or can you order the equivalent of a longer panel in shorter panels for $25?
Thanks! Drivie |
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Posted: 3/11/2003 12:25:52 AM
[Last Edit: 4/7/2003 7:36:21 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
The short panels are cut from long panels, hence the same price regardless of length.
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Posted: 3/13/2003 12:44:22 PM
[Last Edit: 4/10/2003 5:48:29 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
The first ten AR15.com members who IM me will receive, based on their solemn oath to return or pay for, three full length Dark Parts Ultimate Grip(c) rail panels to evaluate. If you don't agree that these are the finest, most comfortable rail panels in existence, just return them within 7 days of receipt. If you like them, pay $69. Excalibur Arms Inc. Trial offer has expired. 772-285-2353 www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 3/13/2003 11:50:25 PM
Ill try one just IMed you
chuck |
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Posted: 3/15/2003 11:51:07 PM
[Last Edit: 4/10/2003 5:49:24 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
Only a few have taken me up on this offer so far, so more opportunities exist. What are you afraid of, guys? The worst that can happen is it might cost you a few bucks to ship them back, if you don't like them. I am sufficiently confident that you will be more than happy with them that I'll take the risk of shipping in advance of payment.
This is a vastly superior product, and I believe that once you get your hands on them, you won't want to let go. Excalibur Arms Inc Trial offer has expired. 772-285-2353 www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 3/16/2003 1:27:24 AM
Today I brought one of my carbines wearing the Dark Parts panels to a fun shoot in Casa Grande. I got a lot of positive comments on the fit and feel of the panels, the overall response was excellent. You guys would be silly to not take Bandit up on his offer, these are the coolest.
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Posted: 3/20/2003 1:17:28 PM
Got my trial set from John and sent the MO same day. Guys in all honesty, these are awsome!!!!
You have to get these. I ordered on friday, had them on monday. excellant service also. thanks again chuck |
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Posted: 3/20/2003 7:01:05 PM
I also took John up on his offer, and as mentioned before, these grip panels are great. Looks like I will be ordering a couple more sets.
Ditto on the service, you can't go wrong with this deal. Give them a try. Tom |
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Posted: 3/20/2003 8:45:26 PM
John, I IM'd about a size ? to see if one of thesem will fit the rails on a HK USC. My HK has 3 rails of approx 4.5 inches each. Each rail has 9 "grooves" for mounting accessories. This maybe another market that can benefit from these panels as they look sharp!!! scottMO |
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Posted: 3/20/2003 10:52:50 PM
Whet size would I need for the 20" RAS?
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Posted: 3/20/2003 11:02:15 PM
[Last Edit: 3/20/2003 11:02:49 PM by TREETOP]
The full length ones are the same length as the full length Knight's panels, so figure it's a direct replacement to whatever you're using now.. |
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Posted: 3/20/2003 11:24:30 PM
[Last Edit: 3/20/2003 11:26:55 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
The stock sizes are 1.65", 2.65", 3.47", 3.9", 5.48", and 6.15". Lengths are not exact. However, they can be cut to any desired length. Give me the length you need, and I'll cut them to suit. www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 4/7/2003 6:41:40 PM
[Last Edit: 4/7/2003 6:43:28 PM by scottMO]
Guys,
I love my panels!!!!! Here are some pics of my HK USC SBR. The front foregrip is a Knights Armament. The rubber pads on the rails are made by Excalibur Arms. www.sr-25.com Barrel is an original UMP barrel. Optics are Eotech 511 http://home.kc.rr.com/depue/uscrail2.jpg http://home.kc.rr.com/depue/uscrail1.jpg http://sf1000.registeredsite.com/~user880686/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=5;t=004505 scottMO |
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Posted: 4/7/2003 7:29:47 PM
[Last Edit: 4/7/2003 7:38:53 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
![]() ![]() sf1000.registeredsite.com/~user880686/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=5;t=004505 Very cool, Scott! Anyone interested in a GROUP PURCHASE? www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 4/10/2003 3:31:00 AM
Very interested in trying these out, you can bet i'll be in touch for some 11 and 6-rib panels next week when my SR-15 comes in.
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Posted: 4/10/2003 10:10:11 AM
I'd be interested if you get a group purchase together.
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Posted: 4/10/2003 10:48:56 AM
[Last Edit: 4/24/2003 11:11:32 AM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
Here's the deal. If I can get 33 people to commit to a minimum of 3 panels each, the price will be $18 per panel, a savings of $7 each from the retail price. Add $5 for Priority Mail shipping.
Excalibur Arms Inc PO Box 1822 Palm City, FL 34991 772-285-2353 www.SR-25.com |
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Posted: 4/10/2003 3:03:26 PM
I will commit to 3 more. I love the three you sent me and thanks once again.
Oz |
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Posted: 4/14/2003 11:34:29 PM
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Posted: 4/15/2003 12:15:40 AM
I'll take a set @ $18 per panel! Email sent.
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Posted: 4/15/2003 3:30:56 AM
Bump. How many more do we need for it?
Oz |
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Posted: 4/18/2003 8:01:34 AM
Mail call.
Mike |
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Posted: 4/19/2003 7:26:00 PM
Email Sent
2 Sets Please And OD!!! I WANT OD!! (just hoping to help create a demand for the OD option. thanks) ![]() |
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Posted: 4/22/2003 10:54:51 PM
[Last Edit: 4/22/2003 10:59:40 PM by Bandit-ExcaliburArms]
The quota has been met, and the panels are ready to ship.
I'm still taking orders, and will continue the group purchase price for as long as I can. Those of you who previously purchased the panels at the earlier price, contact me for a special deal. Thanks, John Excalibur Arms Inc. www.SR-25.com baggyjeans@xxxxx.net - I attempted to respond to your email, but your address bounced. |
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Posted: 4/24/2003 4:50:48 AM
Bandit-
Can you email or pm me on where to send the money? Oz |
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Posted: 4/30/2003 6:34:46 PM
Still waiting on a fair number of people to send or call in their orders.
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