Who makes the longest AR pistol buffer tube?

Silverlode · Feb 7, 2014

Building a pistol and would like to use the longest tube available. Any ideas?

Thanks

Jarhead FLSTI · Feb 7, 2014

That's exactly opposite of what I tried to do with my last pistol build. I tried to keep it as short and compact as possible.

While technically not a "pistol buffer tube" I would think you could probably use an A2 buffer tube/buffer as long as you don't put a stock on it. That would get you something pretty long.

gunconnection · Feb 7, 2014

It may not be the longest, but Phase5 makes the best, IMO.

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Phase5 complete buffer tube kit
VLTOR MUR-1 upper
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FailZero FA M16 BCG
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POF USA 4.5# trigger w/ KNS pins
Magpul MIAD Grip & AFG 2
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HarCo2ANewb · Feb 7, 2014

gunconnection said:
It may not be the longest, but Phase5 makes the best, IMO.

Love mine

Silverlode · Feb 7, 2014

Jarhead FLSTI said:
That's exactly opposite of what I tried to do with my last pistol build. I tried to keep it as short and compact as possible.

While technically not a "pistol buffer tube" I would think you could probably use an A2 buffer tube/buffer as long as you don't put a stock on it. That would get you something pretty long.

I may end up doing so but would rather not have to make any modifications as I will be putting a Sig forearm brace on it.

Silverlode · Feb 7, 2014

Does the foam end slip on and off of the Phase 5 easily?

gunconnection · Feb 7, 2014

I haven't tried to remove one. The tube comes with it already installed.

HarCo2ANewb · Feb 7, 2014

http://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=3&f=122&t=623194

According to this guy it was pretty easy but, like GC, I haven't removed mine.

FrankOceanXray · Feb 7, 2014

Use a rifle length.

Wrap it in paracord or in a fashion which would not allow it to readily accept a stock.

gunconnection · Feb 7, 2014

I saw a guy on YouTube that used a rifle length tube. I seemed to work ok. He wrapped it with some stuff but all he probably needed to do was plug the screw hole in the back of the tube. The rifle length buffer and spring might cause some cycling problems.
Has anyone here tried it?

SneakySh0rty · Feb 7, 2014

Jarhead FLSTI said:
T...I would think you could probably use an A2 buffer tube/buffer as long as you don't put a stock on it. That would get you something pretty long.

FrankOceanXray said:
Use a rifle length.
Wrap it in paracord or in a fashion which would not allow it to readily accept a stock.

Jarhead and Frank have the right idea and that is the route my dad went, A2 buffer tube on a 12.5 barrel build. . For me, i decided to SBR mine.

Silverlode said:
I may end up doing so but would rather not have to make any modifications as I will be putting a Sig forearm brace on it.

As appealing as it is to use one improperly. I tried one out and honestly didnt liked how it felt. Im not saying you cant shoulder it. But, I got one for my dad's 7.5 pistol build and it just didnt sit right in the pocket.

gunconnection said:
I saw a guy on YouTube that used a rifle length tube. I seemed to work ok. He wrapped it with some stuff but all he probably needed to do was plug the screw hole in the back of the tube. The rifle length buffer and spring might cause some cycling problems.
Has anyone here tried it?

I heard it cycles fine using the rifle length spring and buffer. But for personal experience idk. My dad still hasnt collected all the parts to complete his builds.

Forest · Feb 7, 2014

Rifle length receiver extension and buffer/spring won't cause any cycling issues. But you will need to tap the detent spring hole, and trim down the detent spring a bit.

SnuffyJD · Feb 7, 2014

KAK AR-15 SIG SB-15 Pistol Buffer Tube

http://www.kakindustry.com/sig-sb15-pistol-buffer-tube

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armed ferret · Feb 7, 2014

it's not the length of the tube that matters.

it's the weight of your buffer.

krucam · Feb 7, 2014

armed ferret said:
it's not the length of the tube that matters.

it's the weight of your buffer.

GUNSnROTORS · Feb 8, 2014

Silverlode said:
Does the foam end slip on and off of the Phase 5 easily?

Slides right off.

hacktracker · Feb 8, 2014

SnuffyJD said:
KAK AR-15 SIG SB-15 Pistol Buffer Tube

http://www.kakindustry.com/sig-sb15-pistol-buffer-tube

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This is perfect! Thanks for the tip!!!

Silverlode · Feb 9, 2014

SnuffyJD said:
KAK AR-15 SIG SB-15 Pistol Buffer Tube

http://www.kakindustry.com/sig-sb15-pistol-buffer-tube

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As previously stated, perfect. Exactly what I am looking for, thanks.

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