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Title: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on April 22, 2021, 12:21:07 PM
 As RAW cancelled my AR15 stock order as unavailable to the UK . Here's why I have not been on the forum for a while.
There is no such thing as obsolete or unavailable to an ex classic car mechanic ;) ;).

So been working with another Rapid enthusiast on this.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Tim_B on April 22, 2021, 01:25:18 PM
Looks like good progress Bob.  One thing to bear in mind is that the trigger slot in the Raw chassis needs to be a smidge wider so it fits the safety catch on some blocks too.  I had to drop the safety catch our of mine to get it to fit.

The other thing that the raw chassis has is an external adjuster for power.....you not having that is a good thing as it will allow the block to sit flush to the back without having to "fit it" to the adjuster, which is part of the raw stock.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on April 22, 2021, 02:02:52 PM
The prototypes will be 3D printed that way there will be no bulk batch mistakes that have to be paid for up front.

Bob
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Daztilley on April 22, 2021, 03:28:08 PM
Looks good Bob - was thinking it won't be long before someone 3d prints a chassis type stock for a rapid 👍😎
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Ca_Varminter on April 22, 2021, 05:26:49 PM
Hi Dr Bob,

Have thought about, or remember Swift's chassis!
He made his on his manual Mill!.... No CNC involved!
It was a Modular design, individual components were bolted together........
He made to also use Standard AR15 stock and grip parts!
(https://photos.imageevent.com/scl_electronics/gun/swift/websize/chassis1.jpg)
(https://photos.imageevent.com/scl_electronics/gun/swift/websize/chassis8.jpg)

Swift used Aluminum Channel stock with a block of aluminum for the Stock extension..

Stuart
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on September 30, 2021, 04:08:06 PM
Here's another teaser. Still needs work but getting there.

Bob
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on December 17, 2021, 05:25:18 PM
Here's another prototype 19 mm longer to fit the Vendetta chassis ;) I think the Vendetta is coming of age.
Bob
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: The Robin on December 18, 2021, 12:00:22 PM
Superb, I'm going to be all over this. It's looking good and I can't wait to see the finished thing.

I can see this been a real good seller and I tip my hat to you bringing more rapid goodies to us all (in time)  8)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on January 18, 2022, 05:15:35 PM
put me in for one of these Bob when available please.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Kevgun on May 11, 2022, 02:57:20 PM
Let me Know when you have some for sale Bob, still have my Vendetta blocks looking for a Stock to put them in.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on May 12, 2022, 03:19:54 PM

I'll post up the details of the guy who's doing them. I'm up to my neck in it at the moment, the insurance are playing hard ball re the pay-out on my building's fire. I have had to engage a loss assessor to fight my corner, that's £12,000 minimum I won't see.
I'm actually on hold at the moment ( trying to multitask) can't get the info off my phone in case I lose my place ::) ::)

Bob

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 12, 2022, 03:26:33 PM
I also would have one .. I'd pay to reserve to confirm my intentions
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on May 13, 2022, 11:55:17 AM

  An hour and 15 minuets on hold and the phone dropped the call after 2 mins!!!! OK, here is the guy's contact number for the stocks. As stated, I'm up to my eyes in it at the moment trying to get the bread and butter work in as no income from my industrial unit so R&D is temp on hold. He has put a lot of time and effort into these and deserves some return. WhatsApp him on 07900 365494

Bob
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 13, 2022, 12:21:43 PM
have messaged the gentlemen
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 13, 2022, 03:31:56 PM
lovely man to speak to .. have placed me order and now awaiting .. Good feedback ..
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on May 14, 2022, 07:28:23 AM
watching this with interest as would also like one.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 14, 2022, 08:11:47 AM
I've ordered and paid .. get mine next week.. I'll post some photos ..

what I wil say ..the man I spoke to is one of us and really helpful gave refund options should it not fit your requirements included longer stock bolt .. and I'd buy another if I need more
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: The Robin on May 14, 2022, 11:25:55 AM
Great stuff I will watch out for your update on it all, bet it's going to be good  :)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on May 14, 2022, 06:43:55 PM
well done that man look forward to the pics. ;)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 18, 2022, 03:57:45 PM
Well I got mine in the post today...


what can I say ..really chuffed ..

@joepineapples

modded for a mono pod .. here's a couple of photos    haven't bolted it up just yet .  but this is defently a keeper

got a drbobs bottle clamp with the bipod on

when it's all together I'll open a thread


please excuse the dog bed
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on May 19, 2022, 06:29:19 PM
Hi bud, liking the look of this, do you know if it would fit an early MK1 with the  gammo trigger, also could you let me know the price please mate, regards Jim
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 19, 2022, 06:51:06 PM
Best thing is to speak to the Chap mate I'm not hundred percent sure on fitting the mk1
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Kernal on May 19, 2022, 07:39:15 PM
Loving this looks great would be interested to know if it fits the Mrk 1 also,

;)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Joepineapples on May 21, 2022, 06:51:19 AM
Jack - thanks for the kind words! Appreciate it:-)

Sorry guys, haven't done a mk1 version.
Two reasons - It got busy busy at work and home, and because I haven't got access to a mk1 to check sizes and fit. Sorry.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on May 21, 2022, 03:45:08 PM
Hi Joe, could you pm me a price please mate, also is the stock a folder or rigid, thanks.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 21, 2022, 03:56:06 PM
not a folder no    does take any ar style stock I belive


my is six position more tactical bench rest style
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on May 21, 2022, 06:22:08 PM
thanks jackrooz, glad it is not a folder I do like it rigid, nice that it can take different stocks.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on May 21, 2022, 06:26:52 PM
speak to him directly he has a few options to choose from

he's one of us

bob put up.his number a page back
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on June 02, 2022, 06:46:38 PM
have you put it together yet bud?
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on June 03, 2022, 11:31:28 AM
oh yea mate ..looks pucka added a mono pod brilliant look..

really chuffed ..

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on June 05, 2022, 04:45:05 PM
any chance of a pic. or two bud,
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on June 05, 2022, 06:04:25 PM
of corse mate ..im back home tomorow will do it then


I have one joepineapples had sent me of a preassembled one
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on June 05, 2022, 06:06:09 PM
here's Joe's one
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Simonoxo on June 05, 2022, 09:02:48 PM
That looks ace
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Kernal on June 05, 2022, 09:07:46 PM
Quote from: Simonoxo on June 05, 2022, 09:02:48 PM
That looks ace

That does look ace your right, it`s a great shame they don`t do that stock for the Mrk 1 because i would definitely be ordering one for my Mrk 1 that`s for sure.

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on June 11, 2022, 03:30:34 PM
just received one of these from Joe, very nicely made, and it will also fit a MK1, as well as the MK2,as I have just tried it, here are the pics, not got a buttstock yet.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on June 11, 2022, 03:33:44 PM
as you can see the MK1 needs to be moved back to pickup the screw hole in the block and there is a gap at the back but not too serious a problem.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on June 11, 2022, 05:18:04 PM
exclent nice one mate.. I did just see big al or yoda doing the same thing
he has a mk1 block with a game trigger in .. and it fits and is working ..


glad to see ..


I personally think there a brilliant bit of kit and am super happy with mine

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: jackrooz on June 11, 2022, 05:19:31 PM
did you have to remove the safety for it to fit with the rowan trigger ..??

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: flyfisher on June 11, 2022, 05:59:25 PM
no trigger safety works fine mate
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Fester on August 26, 2022, 03:16:29 PM
Alright lads, am I right in assuming the pistol grip is also interchangeable with any magpie style ar15/m4 compatible grip?
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Ca_Varminter on August 26, 2022, 04:23:18 PM
Quote from: Fester on August 26, 2022, 03:16:29 PM
Alright lads, am I right in assuming the pistol grip is also interchangeable with any magpie style ar15/m4 compatible grip?
Yes.....

Stuart
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Dr Bob on August 29, 2022, 10:37:52 AM
Actually managed to get some time off. :)

Glad this project is still going he put a lot of time and effort into it .
Bob.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: dan944 on August 05, 2023, 11:40:24 AM
hi guys , i have enquired on this using the gentleman's number bobs kindly put on here for options and prices for these AR stocks ,... could anyone tell me what price are we looking at and any more photos of who ever has one and how they finding them ?

many thanks
Dan
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: CheshireSniper on August 05, 2023, 12:39:40 PM

 I like this, tactical looking rapid 👍
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Rapid7bee on January 02, 2024, 01:10:27 PM
Hi all,is there still access to the hammer adjuster with the AR15 stock fitted or would I have to remove block screw or just rear tube pad?
What's the price on these also.
Cheers
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Joepineapples on January 05, 2024, 04:02:31 PM
Quote from: Rapid7bee on January 02, 2024, 01:10:27 PMHi all,is there still access to the hammer adjuster with the AR15 stock fitted or would I have to remove block screw or just rear tube pad?
What's the price on these also.
Cheers

Have pm'd you as didn't want to advertise as such.
If you look at a couple of the previously posted photos you can see the chassis comes up too high to access adjuster I'm afraid.

Thanks for the kind words guys.
A combination of things has meant I can start making them again and we have a MK1 in R&D at the moment which is exciting ;D
All the best everyone!
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Joepineapples on February 21, 2024, 03:01:00 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/MfBB6SH/17085273301521136462371841702591.jpg)

(https://i.ibb.co/CnmSP9T/IMG-20240221-145922755-2.jpg)

MK1 is up and running :)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: angrybear on February 21, 2024, 03:37:26 PM
Mine came from ebay, 3D printed, is it one of yours Joe ? turned out OK.

I've just bought a little mill & was going to try making one from Acetal as the ally one's seem quite heavy.
I really like the look of yours above, the sides are that bit higher, mine could do with a bit more chassis at the front closer to the bottle.



Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Joepineapples on February 21, 2024, 04:53:40 PM
Yup, one of mine :)
Acetal would probably work well. If you decide to give it a bash pm me and I can lend you the buffer tap if you need one. The bugger at the moment is sourcing the buffer tubes :-\
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: angrybear on February 21, 2024, 09:27:42 PM
Quote from: Joepineapples on February 21, 2024, 04:53:40 PMYup, one of mine :)
Acetal would probably work well. If you decide to give it a bash pm me and I can lend you the buffer tap if you need one. The bugger at the moment is sourcing the buffer tubes :-\

Most kind, I'll certainly take you up on the offer  ;) The acetal is already on order  ???
I've actually already got the buffer tube as my stock came with one, (from SGC) as well as having the tube fitted in your chassis,
Rifleworks have tubes listed as in stock around £30
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: DAVYW1 on February 25, 2024, 09:00:53 AM
These look a great job and modernise the look of the Rapid alot.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: DAVYW1 on February 25, 2024, 10:11:01 AM
Pm sent re info and pricing.
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Joepineapples on March 11, 2024, 02:01:38 PM
Replied, sorry took a while.

Angry bear, just holla when you want it :)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Walk on March 08, 2026, 12:28:32 PM
Quote from: Joepineapples on February 21, 2024, 03:01:00 PM(https://i.ibb.co/MfBB6SH/17085273301521136462371841702591.jpg)

(https://i.ibb.co/CnmSP9T/IMG-20240221-145922755-2.jpg)

MK1 is up and running :)

Looks Amazing would it fit the MFR Cheers great work ATB
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Ca_Varminter on March 08, 2026, 05:24:51 PM
Quote from: Walk on March 08, 2026, 12:28:32 PMLooks Amazing would it fit the MFR Cheers great work ATB
It should since the MFR is essential the Sexy Sister of the MKII

Stuart
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Walk on March 09, 2026, 09:35:48 AM
Quote from: Ca_Varminter on March 08, 2026, 05:24:51 PM
Quote from: Walk on March 08, 2026, 12:28:32 PMLooks Amazing would it fit the MFR Cheers great work ATB
It should since the MFR is essential the Sexy Sister of the MKII

Stuart
:D  ;)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Walk on March 16, 2026, 06:00:58 PM
Can they be made from Aluminium cut some slots out each side to lighten it up should be lighter than a wooden stock the shoulder can be as it is looks great ATB .
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Ca_Varminter on March 16, 2026, 06:26:54 PM
Quote from: Walk on March 16, 2026, 06:00:58 PMCan they be made from Aluminium cut some slots out each side to lighten it up should be lighter than a wooden stock the shoulder can be as it is looks great ATB .
Yes if you access to a Mill...
(https://photos.imageevent.com/scl_electronics/gun/swift/websize/chassis1.jpg)
Essentially there a 3 main components:
Main chassis Channel stock with a 1" channel
Rear block that the Stock extension tube screws into.
Finally the trigger guard.
Then of course the misc. fasteners needed to assemble.
This all was done on a Manual Mill by 220Swift over here on my side of the Pond!

Stuart
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: angrybear on March 17, 2026, 02:08:24 PM
I also made one from a block of Delrin, "good from far but far from good" as they say, but does me.

Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Walk on March 17, 2026, 05:38:05 PM
Looks great  how dose the stock fit to the back of block ATB :)  ;)
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: angrybear on March 18, 2026, 05:24:09 PM
Quote from: Walk on March 17, 2026, 05:38:05 PMLooks great  how dose the stock fit to the back of block ATB :)  ;)

Buffer tube is threaded 1-3/16 x 16
Title: Re: AR 15 stocks
Post by: Walk on March 19, 2026, 08:57:01 AM
Quote from: angrybear on March 18, 2026, 05:24:09 PM
Quote from: Walk on March 17, 2026, 05:38:05 PMLooks great  how dose the stock fit to the back of block ATB :)  ;)

Buffer tube is threaded 1-3/16 x 16

I see so the stock is threaded to receive the tube cool ATB .