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Originally Posted By Findsman: I've got notifications everywhere and haven't seen any show up anywhere. Originally Posted By Findsman: Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Have any of the 40's made it out? I've got notifications everywhere and haven't seen any show up anywhere. Attached File |
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Originally Posted By Garandboy: Ok I will ask here. Spoke to a gun store employee today that told me too many horror stories with these. He says it is "All over the internet". Kunas blowing up, bolt failures, extractor failures, etc etc. I hadn't heard any of this but don't spend a ton of time on various forums anymore. I honestly didn't hear any bad stories about them and I know someone that owns one and he loves it, but low round count. Gun store employees are firearms salesmen - Kuna (not in stock) sucks, but this KelTec in the case is the top of the line. |
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: They have them listed in their app, under the warranty registration section: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/313055/Screenshot_kuna__Medium_jpeg-3568091.JPG Oh yes, I am aware.  Lipseys has part numbers for a bunch of versions: https://www.lipseys.com/itemfinder?page=1&mfg=Springfield+Armory&family=KUNA+SeriesThe .40 models show up in a lot of the big online stores like Buds and the other drop-shippers. I mean I have notifications setup for all the .40 guns for coming back in stock across the internet.  So far, nothing has come back in stock and I am very eager for a .40 version.I F5 the Springfield store daily too on the Kuna mag page watching for the .40 mag to appear there too. That’ll probably be an early indicator they’ve arrived as the 9mm mag showed up very early. |
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Originally Posted By Findsman: I wonder if the deletion of the bolt release is just an artifact of an early rendering of the design or they really are getting rid of it. If so, this is a lot of ergonomic steps backwards for the sake of using a different magazine. ETA - Got around to filing my F1 finally. Mostly just in anticipation of the factory folder stock someday. The thing is so handy with the brace and a mag well grip that it may be the ONLY SBR project gun I’ve done where the base gun was perfectly usable without any compromises beforehand. Originally Posted By Findsman: Originally Posted By craig24680: Nexus is on it Looks like lower is in works for Kuna to accept scorpion mags AND AR-15 fcg https://nexusfirearms.com/billet-aluminum-kuna-lower-scorpion-mag-and-ar-15-fcg-version/ I wonder if the deletion of the bolt release is just an artifact of an early rendering of the design or they really are getting rid of it. If so, this is a lot of ergonomic steps backwards for the sake of using a different magazine. ETA - Got around to filing my F1 finally. Mostly just in anticipation of the factory folder stock someday. The thing is so handy with the brace and a mag well grip that it may be the ONLY SBR project gun I’ve done where the base gun was perfectly usable without any compromises beforehand. Is that not a bolt release in the same spot as the factory lower? I am interested in the Nexus lower but the lack of a bolt release would change that. I'm also curious to see what Lingle or A3 will come out with. |
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Originally Posted By Findsman: Oh yes, I am aware. Lipseys has part numbers for a bunch of versions: https://www.lipseys.com/itemfinder?page=1&mfg=Springfield+Armory&family=KUNA+SeriesThe .40 models show up in a lot of the big online stores like Buds and the other drop-shippers. I mean I have notifications setup for all the .40 guns for coming back in stock across the internet. So far, nothing has come back in stock and I am very eager for a .40 version.I F5 the Springfield store daily too on the Kuna mag page watching for the .40 mag to appear there too. That'll probably be an early indicator they've arrived as the 9mm mag showed up very early. They must have some of that hydroponic stuff |
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: $44.99 for a Kuna mag?!? |
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Originally Posted By CJofFL: Originally Posted By right_rudder: $44.99 for a Kuna mag?!? That's my point
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Found a setup that work great with Surefire X series light wth Kinect Mlok Offset Scout Mount. It sits right behind 3 lug barrel so no carbon buildup from the blast. Also trimmed a 9 slot Magpul mlok rail to fit the bottom to minimize gap to lower receiver. Just waiting for Nexus lower and SS trigger now...     
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: That's my point Originally Posted By right_rudder: Originally Posted By CJofFL: Originally Posted By right_rudder: $44.99 for a Kuna mag?!? That's my point Those are Lipseys MSRPs, not usually connected to reality at all. I’d be surprised if .40 mags were any different than the 9mm whenever the come available. I would not be surprised if SA ended up having the best price though. 
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Originally Posted By Findsman: Those are Lipseys MSRPs, not usually connected to reality at all. I'd be surprised if .40 mags were any different than the 9mm whenever the come available. I would not be surprised if SA ended up having the best price though. I noticed a listing for 10 round mags. Last night I saw a photo of a Kuna with a 10 round mag. I've been waiting for mags to come back in stock since I got my kuna and would love to get a pair of 10 rounders for range use. |
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Originally Posted By gotigers: This may have been discussed and I missed it. I’m not reviewing all these pages. Is the Kuna a rebranded stribog.The NRA magazine has a boat picture that looks like the stribog’s. Not at all. Totally different, and made by a totally different company. Yes, it is similar in the design of its delayed roller operation, but a different design overall. No parts interchange. |
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| And the delayed blowback system isn’t identical to the Stribog either. It’s similar with a forward block and a cross roller between the block and the bolt, but there are some differences. On the Stribog, the “roller” is just a pin. The Kuna uses an actual roller the rotates around the pin. Also, the Kuna has a spring between the bolt and block. |
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Originally Posted By 3xpert: First time at the range, 25yds Flip up irons. Shot Winchester 124gn, Privi 124gn Federal 124gn hydra shock IMI 124gn Die cut hollow points. S&B 140gn Subsonic. About 270 rds total with no issues. And better yet, It did not blow up in my face! https://i.imgur.com/o2Yut8R.jpg |
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| Just saw a Kuna advertised with a sale price of $869. (“SG”… don’t know that I am allowed post a link to another reseller) |
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Originally Posted By ARguy: Thats what I paid for mine (No brace) from my LGS when they just released. Is that with or without the brace? That's a great price. The one I saw in the ad for $869 was indeed without the brace. Most I've seen for sale have been $950-$999 w/o brace. I paid $1049 w/brace for mine... I think I was in the 2nd wave of shipments. |
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I ended up switching back to the triangle stock. The Magpul Zhukov stock was a bit bulky. Not pictured but I am running it with a Primary Arms MD20 micro red dot. Also with a Spectre 9 can with fixed barrel adapter. I will need to snap some more pics. Attached File Attached File |
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Originally Posted By triode: I ended up switching back to the triangle stock. The Magpul Zhukov stock was a bit bulky. Not pictured but I am running it with a Primary Arms MD20 micro red dot. Also with a Spectre 9 can with fixed barrel adapter. I will need to snap some more pics. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250501_214531_-_Copy_jpg-3570905.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250501_214552_-_Copy_jpg-3570906.JPG How do you like that polymer stock? |
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I like it - it is lightweight, strong, and comfortable. I have an aluminum version of a triangle stock, and never liked it - polymer is much better size to weight and texture. The attachment mechanism is a little complex, however it is very solid once attached. Price is good too at $110. https://hagadefense.com/triangle-stock/ |
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Magpul UCS is released: https://magpul.com/magpul-ucs.html?mp_global_color=118 |
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: Where are the Kuna mags? Have been out of stock since shortly after the launch. I've had a few stock alerts on some sights and have not caught the email quick enough to buy more. |
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got lucky the other day... https://gunmagwarehouse.com/ had them in stock. Ordered a couple at $24.99 ea. On the way to my AO now! Checked yesterday and none left. 
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Originally Posted By Jakezor: I've had a few stock alerts on some sights and have not caught the email quick enough to buy more. I've got a buddy of mine that's really interested in the kuna but won't buy anything that he can't readily get mags for. Originally Posted By Ruckus: Hang tight. Magpul will be along shortly. ETA: And with 87 rounders!
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This guy has had both of his mags crack. May Explain why mags are so scarce  Fatal Flaw in the Springfield Kuna | Major Issue Exposed |
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: This guy has had both of his mags crack. May Explain why mags are so scarce  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkgbV8ZQ-bsHuh. All 6 of mine seem great and extremely sturdy. Haven't heard of anyone else reporting this. Bad batch? Chemically altered (wrong cleaner applied and ruined the plastic)? Sabotage for clicks? (I admit I don't know this guy at all ... no idea if he is legit) Seems odd that literally NO ONE else has reported this, and then this guy has BOTH of his mags fail in the exact same way? Hmmmmm... I need more than 1 YouTuber's word before I get all "concerned", but for those who have been looking for a reason to hate the Kuna, this is their boat! |
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Magpul UCS was delivered this evening. Overall it is well-made and locks up solid. Has metal hinge and other hardware, including the pic rail jaws. Easy to fold and extend/contract. Comes with two different height check rests. It feels good on the Kuna, and folds at a downward angle so should allow for you to shoot folded if you flip the hinge to have the stock fold on the ejection window side. Pics: As comes in package. Attached File Installed for sight picture with flip up iron sights. Attached File Folded. Attached File Installed with sight picture for my red dot (moved it up one slot on the pic rail.) Attached File |
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Originally Posted By triode: Folded with red dot. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250630_190515_-_Copy_jpg-3576938.JPG @triode Do you happen to have a pic with it folded and fully collapsed? Would like to see where the buttstock is in relation to the trigger and the plausibility of firing the weapon with the stock collapsed and folded -- almost looks like it might interfere with your ability to grip the pistolgrip? Thanks for the helpful pics so far -- looks pretty good! |
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@kent Here you go - the one picture I did not post. Attached File |
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Originally Posted By triode: @kent Here you go - the one picture I did not post. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250630_185915_-_Copy_jpg-3576977.JPG Thanks... exactly the view I was looking for. Do you find you can still easily get a firing grip in that configuration? Oops... sorry for the dupe... I didn't see your follow-up message before I posted this question Good to know about the weight... was wondering about that too. |
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Originally Posted By Kent: Huh. All 6 of mine seem great and extremely sturdy. Haven't heard of anyone else reporting this. Bad batch? Chemically altered (wrong cleaner applied and ruined the plastic)? Sabotage for clicks? (I admit I don't know this guy at all ... no idea if he is legit) Seems odd that literally NO ONE else has reported this, and then this guy has BOTH of his mags fail in the exact same way? Hmmmmm... I need more than 1 YouTuber's word before I get all "concerned", but for those who have been looking for a reason to hate the Kuna, this is their boat! Combine that with the manufacturer showing them out of stock for months (since introduction) it lends credibility to the conspiracy theory that there's a potential issue with the magazines. and I'm not on the hating Kuna train. Here's a photo of mine Attached File |
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Originally Posted By triode: Folded with red dot. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250630_190515_-_Copy_jpg-3576938.JPG just waiting to see what happens with this bill. I was all set to SBR mine when all this started and now I'll just wait. |
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: I hear ya on it being a single data point. But I'd add that looking at the cracks, those mags are cracked in exactly the same way and area that mags have traditionally cracked at when there have been defects. Combine that with the manufacturer showing them out of stock for months (since introduction) it lends credibility to the conspiracy theory that there's a potential issue with the magazines. and I'm not on the hating Kuna train. Here's a photo of mine https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/313055/Kuna_1_Medium_jpeg-3577000.JPG It's possible -- wouldn't be the first time (or the first manufacturer) to have a bad batch of plastic mags. Even the beloved CZ Scorpion mags went through some bad batches with cracked feed lips (got them sorted, of course) Standing by for more evidence. No doubt the "metoo" tubers will be out in full force if there is any real blood in the water. 
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Originally Posted By Kent: It's possible -- wouldn't be the first time (or the first manufacturer) to have a bad batch of plastic mags. Even the beloved CZ Scorpion mags went through some bad batches with cracked feed lips (got them sorted, of course) Standing by for more evidence. No doubt the "metoo" tubers will be out in full force if there is any real blood in the water.
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There is plenty of room to grip and fire with the stock collapsed and folded. Attached File |
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Originally Posted By triode: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/239734/20250630_210411_-_Copy_jpg-3577050.JPG Looks like a good fit -- thank you for posting all the helpful pics! 
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Originally Posted By right_rudder: I hear ya on it being a single data point. But I'd add that looking at the cracks, those mags are cracked in exactly the same way and area that mags have traditionally cracked at when there have been defects. Combine that with the manufacturer showing them out of stock for months (since introduction) it lends credibility to the conspiracy theory that there's a potential issue with the magazines. Originally Posted By right_rudder: Originally Posted By Kent: Huh. All 6 of mine seem great and extremely sturdy. Haven't heard of anyone else reporting this. Bad batch? Chemically altered (wrong cleaner applied and ruined the plastic)? Sabotage for clicks? (I admit I don't know this guy at all ... no idea if he is legit) Seems odd that literally NO ONE else has reported this, and then this guy has BOTH of his mags fail in the exact same way? Hmmmmm... I need more than 1 YouTuber's word before I get all "concerned", but for those who have been looking for a reason to hate the Kuna, this is their boat! Combine that with the manufacturer showing them out of stock for months (since introduction) it lends credibility to the conspiracy theory that there's a potential issue with the magazines. 
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Everyone likes to forget how badly gen 1 (no steel liner) Glock mags cracked.
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Originally Posted By Pomyluy: Everyone likes to forget how badly gen 1 (no steel liner) Glock mags cracked. As a note, the Kuna mags do have a steel feed lip insert, unlike the Gen1 Scorpion mags and early Glock mags. On the Kuna, it’s the polymer around/below the shell insert that’s cracking. |
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Are there a number of people experiencing the cracks in the mag bodies, or is it one guy on Youtube who posted about it and that story is now spreading like wildfire? (the way these things usually do...) Sven Manticore Arms |
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