Modifying braces

[Red Squirrel 556]

So I'm seeing a lot of "debris plugs" that go in the end of braces being advertised. This completely changes the appeal of that blade thing, and braces in general. Is this something sketchy like the filter things? Will you get popped if they see you using it at the range? I'm not talking about jamming a cane bottom in there, I mean the legitimate ones that are being sold by the company that makes the brace.

 

[rumrunner55]

The ATFs position is that you were not allowed to modify a brace

 

[Red Squirrel 556]

The ATFs position is that you were not allowed to modify a brace

So by that you mean no additions or "modifications(removing the strap, which i don't do)", even items specifically made for and sold by the company that made the brace?

 

[rumrunner55]

I’m not a lawyer and I just read things the way they’re written. I’m also not a gambling man when it comes to club fed so I take it as none, nada, zilch

 

[Red Squirrel 556]

Copy that.

Its rather vague on the website. Which I guess is a safety for them, not us.

 

[spencer60]

If the 'plug' comes with it's own ATF letter then you are on firmer ground. Braces are already in the grey zone, and what could turn a 'brace' into a 'stock' is really up to the ATF's judgement.

 

[gober13]

So the split fix everyone is raving about for the sba3 brace is technically modifying the brace. Do they come with a letter?

 

[Red Squirrel 556]

So the split fix everyone is raving about for the sba3 brace is technically modifying the brace. Do they come with a letter?

I haven't found one with a letter yet. I did find a few sketchy sites, and one guy who is clearly printing them in his garage. Those plainly state on the site that usage counts as modification from the intended purpose, even though they can be used "properly" while installed. It shows pictures of it in that manner.

I think i answered my own question.

 

[backwoodsga]

I haven't found one with a letter yet. I did find a few sketchy sites, and one guy who is clearly printing them in his garage. Those plainly state on the site that usage counts as modification from the intended purpose, even though they can be used "properly" while installed. It shows pictures of it in that manner.

I think i answered my own question.

I think you did too. I wouldn’t risk it unless you are shooting on your own property.

 

[letusbuyyourcar]

Side question here. Is there a brace I can use on a regular 6 position carbine tube that doesn't cost a small fortune?