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Hey everyone, I'm wondering how often you adjust your sights on the FsN? Mine stay set to the most common ammo I shoot, but maybe I'm just weird!

If a myriad of front sight height options were available, would an adjustable rear be so important?

Yep, you’re good to go. Glad you’re liking your new FsN!

Pics would help. Haven’t seen anti-seize before but I guess it could happen.

Whatever the case, if it wipes off fairly easily I wouldn’t worry too much about it.

Welcome to the forum, and to the FsN owners club! I’ve owned my USG for almost ten years, and it’s still one of my favorite pistols.

Enjoy!

WTB loaded chamber indicator spring, firing pin safety spring, safety lever roll pin, and updated mag release.

Whoa, that's interesting. Maybe someday they'll be available here.

In addition to those mentioned above, look for signs like flattened primers and case neck moving excessively. If you don't have a chrono, get one. It's a good tool that you can pick up for less than $100. Compare your velocities to those posted by others, for reference. I work up to max listed loads...

Yeah me too. I think I'll stick to sending my rounds down range.

Shooting at their own feet? :ponder:

A little late to the party, but.....did anyone else notice the discharges into the ground??? That would constitute scenario failure in my opinion.

Jay, do you think the exposed ring clip is really an issue? My factory barrel has an exposed clip and has had zero problems. Aside from the possible issues, have there been any documented problems with this aspect?

So they beefed up the MKII frame? Good deal. My plan was to have a thread-on comp with an aesthetic 'match weight' (as shown in the picture). This would make it safe for both the USG and the MKII I think.

I would like to sell some, however this is just a plastic prototype, and I don't have the actual compensator done yet (I need a threaded barrel). It may be feasible to do this portion plastic and the comp metal. There have been reports of rail mounted devices cracking the frame, so a plastic piece h...

I think I have found another company to print them, but they are more expensive and quantity sensitive. I can no longer order just one piece without paying an outrageous amount, so this will slow the prototype process down.

Pay no attention to the missing pins...my gun is in pieces right now.

There may be some CT residents on the forum, but I would advise checking your local laws on your own. Popular opinion obtained from a poll on an internet forum isn't the best way to determine facts about your local laws. That being said, I would assume the mag capacity is an issue, but I don't know....

PM sent.

panzermk2 wrote:Welcome to my world. This is why the first run of our trigger is going to be at least 2k.

Welcome to almost everyone's world who is trying to outsource components...although it is more of a problem for the small business owner, that's for sure.

I think he is referring to this: http://www.57forum.com/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=7767&hilit=built+a+new+trigger" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I don't have good resources for getting them machined. I've had it quoted by multiple shops, including some leads from guys here on the forum, bu...

Why not just find someone with a 3d printer? They are cheap in comparison. I know of quite a few locals that have them. You have to be careful with those, a guy had a blog where he planned on make a gun with one. As soon as the company found out they cancelled his contract and sent people to take a...

You may need to be more specific. What is the 'safety/firing pin spring'?

Yeah I proto'd one. It looked pretty cool once I finally got it installed (took some adjusting), but definitely needed the actual compensator mounted to the barrel to complete the look. It's pretty much on the bottom of my list right now, but maybe some day it'll happen. well when you get it setup ...

I'll try to remember to put it back on and snap a few pictures over the weekend. Again, it's only the rail mounted portion plastic prototype. I don't have a threaded barrel so I couldn't proto the actual compensator.

Yeah I proto'd one. It looked pretty cool once I finally got it installed (took some adjusting), but definitely needed the actual compensator mounted to the barrel to complete the look. It's pretty much on the bottom of my list right now, but maybe some day it'll happen.

Yes the USP Match has the 'weight' (it doesn't weigh much iirc) clamped to the frame. The actual compensation comes from the extended ported barrel that is covered, except for the top, by the match 'weight'. The FsN has reports (or one report, not sure) of cracked frame(s) because of stress on the f...

I've been working on a design. More like the HK USP Match setup. Problem is I don't have a threaded barrel, so the actual comp part will have to wait until I have something to put it on...

This dude shorted me 3 pieces of brass :laugh:

Seriously though, easy to work with, shipped lightning fast for free. Would happily do business with Lazi again.

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PM sent.

Fast payment, easy to work with!

These would have been but two folks sent a solid offer to buy when you revived the add, so I sold to the first one. Thank you for your interest.

I think I remember reading that the melting point was around 350 F, so the "printing temp" would be right around there.

Did some material testing today. I exposed a test piece to Hoppe's Elite Gun Cleaner, Break Free, Outers Gun Oil, Rem Oil, Wal Mart brand carb cleaner, and Rx 454 Spray Penetrant (this has shown to be fairly aggressive in the past). None of them seem to have any affect on the material, although the ...

Mike, thanks for all your efforts! Yeah, one of your pictures may be a bit blurry...we're all thankful anyway. The slide is a stamped piece of sheet metal on our guns. The internal portion (breech face/firing pin channel/etc.) is welded into the sheet metal slide. I'm assuming the new model is machi...

Oh yeah I'm moving forward with the covers just as planned.

No, I don't think so. Even if it was, patent litigation between giant corporations and individuals typically goes nowhere.

Well, I was afraid this might happen when news of a 'new' FsN first popped up. I'd like to see some better pictures of theirs. I may be biased (okay, I am) but I still like mine better...and I bet FN won't put custom text on it for you :laugh: I'd like to think I beat them to it since I showed mine ...

I can see the potential problem...that's why I said excluding a blown primer etc., as I was considering normal operating conditions. I guess that's one reason FN warns against using reloaded ammunition, as I'm sure a high powered load is more likely to suffer this event. At any rate, I am definitely...

Speculating here ... but perhaps the presence or absence of that indicator might affect the gases? Win a prize or fail? :) :thumb: You cover up that hole with the cover your cover will not be around long. This seems strange to me. It makes sense that escaping gases could ruin a cover, but it seems ...

Okay, while everyone is thinking of 10 stupid questions for Jay, here's an update on possible new options and pricing. 1. 'DIY' white cover with no text - $65 2. 'Standard' black cover with no text - $75 I think adding the custom text to either model will be an additional $15. Custom graphics would ...

I'll keep the loaded chamber indicator, and will hopefully have it straightened out on the next prototype. I'm curious, what else does it help? I've shot my FsN a bit without it and saw no problems. Please enlighten us!

It's just a point and shoot camera, but I was holding it really close so it must have gone to a wide angle setting or something. I had a really hard time getting a half decent picture. It would either be so dark you couldn't see anything or have a blinding white glow. A custom logo such as the bio-h...

Mmmm, Tactical White Chocolate does sound nice!

Yes, the front and rear serrations are parallel. The picture just makes them look different.

Prototype number 2 in "Tactical Siberian Whiteout Camo" :laugh: That pesky loaded chamber indicator is giving me trouble, but the rest of it fits great. I think we'll offer a custom option where you can add your own text, as shown below. http://imageshack.us/a/img189/6762/tacticalwhiteslidecover.jpg

Glad to hear you're up and running :thumb:

That's your problem. The firing pin should not be able to come any further back than the rear of the channel. It appears you have lost the parallel pin. It's a silver pin with no grooves or anything, item 52 in the diagram (follow link). http://www.midwestgunworks.com/page/mgwi/ctgy/fn-five-seven-pa...

I've not had this problem, but it could be a number of things. 1. The firing pin should be held captive, not able to fall out of the channel. Are you sure it was installed correctly? If you lost the retaining pin it may be sticking too far out the back. 2. Sometimes the firing pin channel gets block...

Okay, back on slide cover business...

Prototype #2 should arrive in about 2 weeks as long as the holidays don't impact delivery. I've made a few changes, mostly internal, and hopefully they'll pay off. Have also been working on some different options that bring along different price points.

Looks good Blue!

Mister Freeze wrote:IF s-industries can get his thread back AND his covers become affordable...

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I'll do the next prototype in plain white. The local gun shop does cerakote so I'll talk to them about giving it a shot.

I think we may have to do a special run of "Blue's Tactical Zombie Killer" models :laugh:

This wouldn't be going cheap in the bad sense of the word. The two main reasons for the higher cost material are strength for a red dot mount and surface finish/color. The lower cost material should be fine for just a cover. It's got a bit lower modulus but that's not really a bad thing, and I actua...

The part you seen in the photos is a 3D printed part. It is the only way to get this type of project off the ground with no equipment/tooling costs. 3D printers are cheap in comparison to IM tools, but still expensive considering the project. I could sell this a little cheaper (probably even hit tha...

Yes, I would sell tons of these if they were $50, and I would lose money on each sale....good business? Add up all the parts you can buy from MWG for your FsN and you'll get a real feeling for paying waaaay too much for something. The FsN (excluding the barrel and breech face) is a combination of th...

The bump you're referring to is probably the firing pin block. There is a lever that rotates as you pull the trigger. As it contacts the plastic block and pushes it up, it does feel like a bump (to me at least).

One for sale on this forum as well.

Pm sent.

Check EA's sub forum for info on the longer barrel. Truehuntersupply is checking into some different options as well. I already have a cover design modified to cover the longer barrels, but I'm sure it will be substantially more expensive. I posted a drawing of the preliminary design for this a whil...

Well, I appreciate the feedback. I don't mind losing a customer if that person feels the product value is less than what it costs me to produce it. There's a good way to say things and a bad way to say things (obviously). Val, I think you tend to gravitate towards the latter (IMO), which is why folk...

I have most of the modifications done to the drawing and hope to have prototype #2 done by Christmas. I don't have photos of the red dot mount because I haven't had one manufactured yet. I'm still working on the insert design so there's definitely still some work to do. I've gotten a few messages co...

Sorry guys, if your current holster steps down to fit the shape of the slide cover, it will no longer work. I made a kydex holster and bolted it to the paddle from my serpa. If I can get something I'm happy with, those will also be available. The red dot mounts via the two holes in front of the rear...

Thanks Pain. The loaded chamber indicator will still function. This cover is a smidge off, but that's what prototypes are for right?

Mike...thanks? :ponder:

I think the Tactical Zombie Killer is now going to be an option! :laugh: ...seriously, maybe. Buffman, thanks for the info. I do think I have a supplier nailed down for this though. Below are some photos to get an idea on the profile compared to the OE part. The finish color is off a bit, but not as...

I might be able to sharpen that up a little, make it more 'square' without risking the Block look. Although I don't think I'll angle the front to match the serrations, if that's what is intended. We'll see, I personally like it how it is, but you probably knew that. This one doesn't have the hole be...

You can have whatever you want on the side...for the right amount of money!

I'll try to get some pics up comparing this to the OE cover. It is thicker in front, as there is no step.

Buffman, not sure I quite understand what you mean about the front needing to be more square. Can you explain?

Blue: Thank you, and PM also sent. I'm with you on front slide serrations...absolutely necessary. To answer the other questions: Yes, I definitely hope to have these for sale soon. I still need to do a lot of testing, but I wanted to get this out there to see how much interest there might be. This i...

Have the first prototype done. Basically this gives you front slide serrations and a way to mount your red dot without removing the rear sight (hopefully...haven't been able to test that aspect yet). I'm working on getting the finish right. It's currently a bit different from the frame. Don't hate o...

Went to Cabelas today and bought all of it they had...which was 1 box lol. But hey, $19.99 for that one box felt pretty good!

Not a choice on the poll, but I would prefer 5/8" extended and threaded. That should be good for a suppressor and thread adapter. There are already 2 companies handling stock length threaded barrels. I don't see any point to you getting into that unless you can smoke their price. Even being slightly...

Sounds like you're off to a good start. I agree a lot with the other two posts, but do want to add a few comments. I learned my grip from a youtube video of Todd Jarrett. Years later, when taking my concealed carry class, the instructor (local law enforcement, also teaches pistol and rifle classes) ...

No experience checking a firearm, but from what I've read definitely call the airline before your flight to ensure a smooth process.

Where in Texas?

I haven't watched it yet but should have it recorded. I'm guessing they made a huge deal about how difficult it was and charged the customer 8 grand for such a customized pistol and mount :laugh:

If we're talking about the same rattle, it's actually occurring in the mag itself, which is why it only happens with the mag inserted. It's the second-to-the-last round making the noise. Take a loaded mag, push the top round down simulating what happens when it's inserted in the gun, and rock it bac...

Yeah thanks Buffman. I hoped one of you would be willing to provide education to those folks. I just didn't have the motivation to even try.

If anyone feels like educating the masses, here you go.

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Price drop. There has to be a few Steyr shooters here.

(2) factory 15 round mags (1) factory 10 round mag These things are superb. You even get one of the little baggies they come in! $35 shipped for all three. http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/66/img0629st.jpg http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/6900/img0630cq.jpg http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/4914/im...

Oh man I am so jealous. I toured the STI facility a few months ago and the perfect 10 really called to me. At the time I had a G20c in the mail waiting for me when I got home, and I was definitely sad it wasn't the STI. Looking forward to the range report. If you're a Ted Nugent fan, he has one appa...

Hello Paul,

Check the forum wiki.
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There is also an entire section of the forum devoted to 5.7 reloading.

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http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/2FN10700012-1.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

This 195 isn't too outrageous. Might be worth it for you.

Could be a broken ejector. That has happened before, and may cause the spent case to ride back with the slide but fail to actually eject. Let us know what you find out.

Hey, what's that other quarter doing up there? You're using it to cover up a flier aren't you? AREN'T YOU?!

Just kidding :laugh: Good shooting and glad you're liking the new gun!

Remember, the Five-seveN is mostly polymer so there are very little components that could be affected by rust. All of the fire control components are metal, so all of them can rust. Basic maintenance as suggested by others will keep you up and running. :thumb: And yes, Blue, I used the word 'runnin...

I LOL'd a little bit on this whole ordeal.

Welcome to the club and congrats on the purchase! Kevlar would help in the event of a KB, but don't sweat it. If you're not afraid to shoot your AR with the bolt/hot gases flying toward your face then I wouldn't be worried about the FsN. However, a little added safety never hurt anyone. Glasses: $3 ...

I get .139" and .117"

I have even gone so fare as to design a trigger bar that makes it much harder to OOB. Oh come on that's easy :p Seriously though, were you approaching the design as a MIM part or machined? That factor is what made me quit this pursuit right away. Machined would probably be too expensive. Volumes wo...

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:facepalm:

Finally watching this episode. Definitely some pretty cool slow motion shots of the FsN in action.

jgreenberg01 wrote: Having said that, I would LOVE to compete against that kid!!!!

I just want to shoot with him. Seem like it would be a fun time. I seriously considered doing the whole facebook stalker thing with the hopes of getting a range day set up. His town is about 45 miles from me...it could work :laugh:

I didn't see it in the wiki, but I posted this in another thread.

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Page 2 I think. Hope this helps!

I'm with Mike all the way on this. Also, a lot of the time when I'm at the range I actually don't load the mags full anyway. After all, you don't need to burn 20 just to practice speed reloads and what-not. Have fun!

Blue you just made my day. Now if only I had a suppressor :guns:

Fantastic to work with. Extremely helpful and an all around nice guy. I vote SeaHawk a capital fellow and wouldn't hesistate to do business with him again!

A++

Heeeeeeey, I hope your signature line is a compliment Jay :p

I hope my posts did not come across as hostile, they were in no way meant to be.

That's okay. It's your decision and that's just fine. I'm not worried about my FsN, but I'd never drive a ford. We all choose what we want and what we want to stay away from. You asked for input and that's what you got, although I think your mind was made up. Best of luck in recouping your expense a...

Just do a Google search for 'Glock KB' or 'USP KB', etc. You'll see some scary stuff. Holding an explosion in your hand is definitely dangerous, and yes, we do have to accept the fact that something could go wrong. However, this is true with many things we utilize in day to day life. I wouldn't let ...

HAHAHAH SUCKS TO BE YOU GUYS I'M ALWAYS PENNILESS SO I DON'T EVER HAVE TO BUY GUNS THEN REGRET IT CUZ A BETTER DEAL POPS UP HAHAHHAA..haha...h... wait. http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/6600/images2fnk.jpg awww crap. Brb going to cry in the corner. At least I have my OD FsN....*sniff* Blue, this c...

Welcome to the club! As you know there is a lot of great info here. Yeah, you may have paid a bit much, but you'll love the weapon and probably won't even think about the cost after you shoot it a bit.

Have fun!

Sorry to bring up an old thread, but I was looking at my pistol contemplating a disconnector modification (due to the OOB discussions going on) and I think I know what the click is. Not that anyone cares, but: If you move your slide just enough to the rear to push the disconnector down, and then let...

edorfox wrote:...the geometrically engineered relationship...

:laugh:

I'm going to have to add this to my list of phrases that make people go :ponder:



Glad to hear the surgery went well...and that is one sick photo.