Some of you may remember that I posted the original prototype of my Enhanced Heavy Duty (EHD) DBM here about a year ago.
I'm happy (and proud) to report that, after a slight design overhaul (thanks to the Rimfire Project, see "Stepping Up To The Plate" in the Rimfire section), the first 50 are out of production and were Anodized today. I'll be running them in quantities of at least 100 on a regular basis, and that number will go up after SHOT.
I refer to this system as "Enhanced," because of the number of improvements that have been incorporated into its design. I'll be the first to say that there are numerous good quality DBM systems available today and I've used most of them. I've also used a few "not-so-good" systems.
What I've done here is dissect the environments that duty type rifles are used in and, by speaking with a lot of professional users, created a very specific design criteria. One of the greater issues faced by professional users in a true duty environment is magazine rattle. I've dealt with this issue by designing a Magazine Pre-Load Piston that places downward pressure on the back of the magazine. This capability has provided a greater level of Noise Discipline for the user that doesn't want to be detected. In addition, this feature also makes magazine changes more positive with an "eyes off the gun" mag change. Most other systems also have magazine wells that are far too tight, but our Pre-Load Piston has allowed us to machine the magazine well to the proper dimensions.
Another problem area in most other systems is the absence of a Full Perimeter Magazine Bevel. I've eliminated this issue, making it far easier to find the mag well without getting lost in the gun. I've properly located the magazine release to allow for this feature, which also makes operating the mag release more positive.
The BlackOps EHD DBM is machined from 7075-T651 and Hard Coat Anodized. The Pre-Load Piston and Magazine Release are manufactured from 4140. The Piston and Release in the photos below were left unfinished to provide better contrast of detail, but the finished Piston and Release are Phosphate finished.
The Long Action version of the EHD DBM will go into production shortly after SHOT Show.
The following pics are the EHD DBM system mounted to the new BlackOps Precision (BOP) Model 911. The BOP Model 911 uses our own uniquely designed features (Ejection Port, Bolt Handle, Bolt Knob, Blind Hole Side Bolt Release, Fire Control System, Recoil Lug, etc., etc.). Also shown here are our Stainless Steel Precision Pillar System and the BlackOps Trigger (manufactured for us by Timney).
The Short Action EHD DBM accepts AICS, AW and the new BlackOps Precision 22LR magazines. The inlet is unique to this DBM. I'll be sending out inletting info to the stock manufacturers right after the first of the new year. All BlackOps Precision rifles will use this DBM and the EHD DBM will be available for purchase through BlackOps Precision. We're currently building rifles with this DBM and the first ones are due to ship soon.
The Pre-Load Piston requires a modification be made to the bottom of Remington 700 receivers (or Rem700 clones), and I will provide full modification details for this feature with each EHD DBM. The feature should be performed by a competent Gunsmith, but it's very simple.
All BlackOps Precision Model 911 actions have this unique feature already machined.
Thanks Sniper's Hide Members and Merry Christmas.
I'm happy (and proud) to report that, after a slight design overhaul (thanks to the Rimfire Project, see "Stepping Up To The Plate" in the Rimfire section), the first 50 are out of production and were Anodized today. I'll be running them in quantities of at least 100 on a regular basis, and that number will go up after SHOT.
I refer to this system as "Enhanced," because of the number of improvements that have been incorporated into its design. I'll be the first to say that there are numerous good quality DBM systems available today and I've used most of them. I've also used a few "not-so-good" systems.
What I've done here is dissect the environments that duty type rifles are used in and, by speaking with a lot of professional users, created a very specific design criteria. One of the greater issues faced by professional users in a true duty environment is magazine rattle. I've dealt with this issue by designing a Magazine Pre-Load Piston that places downward pressure on the back of the magazine. This capability has provided a greater level of Noise Discipline for the user that doesn't want to be detected. In addition, this feature also makes magazine changes more positive with an "eyes off the gun" mag change. Most other systems also have magazine wells that are far too tight, but our Pre-Load Piston has allowed us to machine the magazine well to the proper dimensions.
Another problem area in most other systems is the absence of a Full Perimeter Magazine Bevel. I've eliminated this issue, making it far easier to find the mag well without getting lost in the gun. I've properly located the magazine release to allow for this feature, which also makes operating the mag release more positive.
The BlackOps EHD DBM is machined from 7075-T651 and Hard Coat Anodized. The Pre-Load Piston and Magazine Release are manufactured from 4140. The Piston and Release in the photos below were left unfinished to provide better contrast of detail, but the finished Piston and Release are Phosphate finished.
The Long Action version of the EHD DBM will go into production shortly after SHOT Show.
The following pics are the EHD DBM system mounted to the new BlackOps Precision (BOP) Model 911. The BOP Model 911 uses our own uniquely designed features (Ejection Port, Bolt Handle, Bolt Knob, Blind Hole Side Bolt Release, Fire Control System, Recoil Lug, etc., etc.). Also shown here are our Stainless Steel Precision Pillar System and the BlackOps Trigger (manufactured for us by Timney).
The Short Action EHD DBM accepts AICS, AW and the new BlackOps Precision 22LR magazines. The inlet is unique to this DBM. I'll be sending out inletting info to the stock manufacturers right after the first of the new year. All BlackOps Precision rifles will use this DBM and the EHD DBM will be available for purchase through BlackOps Precision. We're currently building rifles with this DBM and the first ones are due to ship soon.
The Pre-Load Piston requires a modification be made to the bottom of Remington 700 receivers (or Rem700 clones), and I will provide full modification details for this feature with each EHD DBM. The feature should be performed by a competent Gunsmith, but it's very simple.
All BlackOps Precision Model 911 actions have this unique feature already machined.
Thanks Sniper's Hide Members and Merry Christmas.
