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I'm sure it boils down to preference to some degree, but what is the general consensus between these two butstocks?
I'm sure it boils down to preference to some degree, but what is the general consensus between these two butstocks?
They both work well, and like you already mentioned, a large portion of it is personal preference. The SOPMOD stock was exceedingly expensive for a long time, and is military issue, so there are many who will love it for that reason.
For me the STR would never lock down tight enough. I really like the stock but even with the friction lock activated it still wiggled.
RobertTheTexan
09-10-17, 16:05
One big difference is the level of effort required to get the batteries out of the storage tube.
I've had both, I never warmed up to the STR though. I do feel that Magpuls implementation of battery covers on the SL-S is much better design and function than the STR.
The STR does have good cheek weld, the LMT doesn't give you any more. Stick hit the head on the nail. The LMT is part of the SOPMOD Block I can't remember program, and an NSW Crane selection and by golly you pay for it.
I asked myself this question during one of my builds: "What is the difference between the B5 SOPMOD Enhanced stock and the LMT SOPMOD?"
Hmmm. Name? Price? Some say they can tell the difference although I've never conducted a blind taste test to confirm that.
Have you looked at SL-S ? It is really a pretty nice butt stock. It's the black one on the left.
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I asked myself this question during one of my builds: "What is the difference between the B5 SOPMOD Enhanced stock and the LMT SOPMOD?"
Hmmm. Name? Price? Some say they can tell the difference although I've never conducted a blind taste test to confirm that.
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I'm pretty sure you already did.https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?190675-New-US-manfacturer-for-SOPMOD-stocks/page2
RobertTheTexan
09-10-17, 16:38
lol. That wasn't a very good "blind taste test" if I let everyone look at he pictures. :-). Either way, that's one heckuva good memory. Me? I'm old and suffer from CRS all the time.
But the blind "taste" test I was thinking of here is actual usage , not just visual inspection. I wonder if someone could distinguish between the two from a feel and shooting perspective alone. Granted we can't go handing a firearm to someone with a blindfold, but testing what really matters -the function, not the looks- that's the taste test I'm referring to.
Dang you have a good memory!!!
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Thanks for the quick responses, I grabbed a STR yesterday on a forum to try out. I was looking for something to replace my factory DD stock. If I don't like the str, I'll part with it and go the sopmod route.
The SOPMOD has a butt plate that is too short for me. The Magpul's is longer and puts the toe of the stock in the pocket, wheras the SOPMOD was just touching my shoulder a little bit and not locked in at all.
I hate wide cheek weld stocks that they put on ARs. I never understood that. No other stock has a goofy cheek weld like that.
longshot2000
09-12-17, 11:31
As mentioned, it depends. For me, nothing beats true LMT. Maybe 2 B5's. :rolleyes:
STR stock locks into my shoulder and face better while shooting prone with DMR/SPR type guns. The curved butt is more ergonomic.
I have both, like both. The advantage of the STR is the side access tubes, but how often do you really need those? My stuff is in there for emergencies only. I don't mind taking the stock off of the tube to access.
For some reason, I prefer the straight buttpad of the SOPMOD, but most people like the angle of the STR.
The really clear advantage of the STR is the fact that it's compatible with the A5 receiver extension, and works perfectly with the BCM 8 position... Both of which I'm selling right now, the extension, QD endplate, and an OD green STR.
https://preview.ibb.co/eDk24F/20170913_184102.jpg (https://ibb.co/ja6mWv)
Hammer_Man
09-13-17, 22:20
I bought a genuine LMT SOPMOD from Brownell's a while back, and overall I find that it doesn't offer anything significant over other stocks on the market. It's a fantastic stock, but so is the Vltor E-mod, and the Magpul STR, Magpul ACS, Magpul SLS, etc... Try the STR that you bought and if you don't like it, try some of the other stocks I mentioned.
As mentioned, it depends. For me, nothing beats true LMT. Maybe 2 B5's. :rolleyes:
One B5 would beat the LMT for me. Anit rotation QD sockets are better than a tangled up sling.
El Pistolero
09-13-17, 23:27
I've used both, and I prefer the Magpul STR. The LMT SOPMOD is a nice product but it's overpriced for what it is.
I've used both, and I prefer the Magpul STR. The LMT SOPMOD is a nice product but it's overpriced for what it is.
Get the B5 version as it is priced more reasonably.
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RobertTheTexan
09-15-17, 04:05
Hey Mas,
Your statement almost sounds like you're saying the LMT SOPMOD isn't compatible with the A5 RE tube. :lol:
Am I just misunderstanding you? :)
The really clear advantage of the STR is the fact that it's compatible with the A5 receiver extension, and works perfectly with the BCM 8 position... Both of which I'm selling right now, the extension, QD endplate, and an OD green STR.
https://preview.ibb.co/eDk24F/20170913_184102.jpg (https://ibb.co/ja6mWv)
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Hey Mas,
Your statement almost sounds like you're saying the LMT SOPMOD isn't compatible with the A5 RE tube. :lol:
Am I just misunderstanding you? :)
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Sorry if I wasn't clear. Yes it will fit on the tube, all stocks will, but the SOPMOD won't collapse and lock all the way. The STR will.
Y'all need to be comparing the SL-S also in the battery tube storage stock discussion. It's the narrowest dual tube stock around, it's actually the strongest of all of our receiver extension stocks, the tubes are still rear accessible but are now fully 66ft waterproof.
https://www.magpul.com/products/moe-sl-s-carbine-stock-mil-spec
The LMT is my most expensive stock for a standard receiver extension, but it is far from my favorite for most of the reasons mentioned above.
If you don't like the STR, feel free to tell us what you don't like about it, and we can make recommendations for one that you should really enjoy.
I've been interested in the SL-S for a while, but haven't had an opportunity to try one.
Thank you, the stock arrive today I hope to have it on this weekend to test it out.
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