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    Quote Originally Posted by dhena81 View Post
    That's disappointing to say the least. Looks like I can stay backordered on the RIS II M4A1 rail
    The RIS II is still the gold standard of rail systems..
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    Quote Originally Posted by dhena81 View Post
    Joe,

    Are there any plans on selling these rails individually in the future?
    I was under the impression that these rails only work with the proprietary FSB from DD as well.

    After more review, I like the idea of the new FSB. Shave some weight, get rid of the useless (for almost everyone) lug, and stop the glare that some people have reported as being a problem.

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    Quote Originally Posted by LowSpeed_HighDrag View Post
    I was under the impression that these rails only work with the proprietary FSB from DD as well.
    Looks like as long as your FSB lacks a bayo lug (and maybe the sling mount?) then it would be compatible.

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    Daniel Defense,

    Could you please expand on one of the new features you mention in your magazine ad for the new DDM4:

    "Optimized erosion-dampening gas port"

    How does this differ from the standard carbine-length gas port? Thanks.

    Chris

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marler5811 View Post
    No problem. And your question isn't too tough. All 2012 rifles are built on a schedule. We know how many rifle we are building each week and of which model. Give me a call and I can direct you to dealers that are in the queue to receive these over the next few weeks. 912-851-3251
    Coming from a retailer's perspective, this schedule Joe mentions is amazing and should revolutionize the industry (not that it will)

    I see some of the bitching here, but the fact of the matter is that demand is far higher than it has ever been. Getting nearly anything is a chore and DD is no different. The sooner your local dealer got in on the schedule, the more likely they were to get a steady supply of rifles. It sucks that it is hard to get stuff right now, but at least the DD folks made it easier to figure out. Considering that with everyone else, you place the order and wait with little to no idea when the order gets filled.

    As Larry said, they may not be perfect, but they are a damn sight better at delivery than many of the others.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chris17404 View Post
    Daniel Defense,

    Could you please expand on one of the new features you mention in your magazine ad for the new DDM4:

    "Optimized erosion-dampening gas port"

    How does this differ from the standard carbine-length gas port? Thanks.

    Chris
    Chris,

    This means that we chamfer the gas port of the barrel on the bore side reducing the the effects of erosion thus prolonging the life of the barrel.
    Joe Marler
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    jmarler@danieldefense.com
    www.danieldefense.com

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marler5811 View Post
    Alright, here it goes. We have made some enhancements to our entire line of DDM4s. All DD rifles will now sport our DD Flash Suppressor. The new flash hider is CNC machined and SBN Coated. It does a much better job at hiding flash than a standard A2. All rifles that have an FSB will now don our new CNC Machined FSB with horizontal ridges on the rear surface which aid in glare reduction. Our Enhanced FSBs are also SBN Coated and they do not have a bayonet lug. The biggest change is the new rail system, called the DDM4 Rail. This rail system will replace the Omega X Rail on previous models. It’s a one piece design that has features from several of our other models. It features our patented Bolt-Up System but with a four bolt pattern instead of six. The lower rail is tucked in closer to the barrel more like the RIS II Rail System. And it has the overall width of the Omega X. It also features sling swivel attachment points at the front and rear of the rail system on both sides.

    These changes are effective immediately. Rifles are now shipping with these enhancements.

    The rail systems are only available on rifles and uppers. They will not be sold individually on the commercial market.
    Joe, will your barrels use the new FSB or continue to be offered with the old one?
    Ken in Illinois

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    Quote Originally Posted by eternal24k View Post
    That's interesting, I was recently trying to float some ideas for an HK styled standard front sight post/gas block for AR-15s, looking forward to more pics
    I would be all over a closed ear HK style sight on a standard FSB.
    Ken in Illinois

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marler5811 View Post
    Alright, here it goes. We have made some enhancements to our entire line of DDM4s. All DD rifles will now sport our DD Flash Suppressor. The new flash hider is CNC machined and SBN Coated. It does a much better job at hiding flash than a standard A2. All rifles that have an FSB will now don our new CNC Machined FSB with horizontal ridges on the rear surface which aid in glare reduction. Our Enhanced FSBs are also SBN Coated and they do not have a bayonet lug. The biggest change is the new rail system, called the DDM4 Rail. This rail system will replace the Omega X Rail on previous models. It’s a one piece design that has features from several of our other models. It features our patented Bolt-Up System but with a four bolt pattern instead of six. The lower rail is tucked in closer to the barrel more like the RIS II Rail System. And it has the overall width of the Omega X. It also features sling swivel attachment points at the front and rear of the rail system on both sides.

    These changes are effective immediately. Rifles are now shipping with these enhancements.

    The rail systems are only available on rifles and uppers. They will not be sold individually on the commercial market.
    Awesome!

    I still recommend the 6720 for those starting out, but ya'll are at the top of the list for someone that wants to start out with more bells and whistles. Those changes you describe on a LW barrel profile would be just about exactly what I'd be looking for if I were buying a factory gun for myself today. The smaller OD of the handguard, and the QD points front AND rear on the sides really make it for me. I'd stick an H-1 on one of your mounts and a BFG or SOB sling on it and be quite happy with it as-is.

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    Some "in-the-flesh" rails:






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