Unlocking Compliance and Stability: A Deep Dive into the Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop

For firearm enthusiasts, builders, and responsible gun owners, navigating the evolving landscape of regulations and optimizing weapon performance is a continuous journey. Among the critical components that often come under scrutiny are adjustable stocks. Many jurisdictions now mandate or strongly encourage the use of fixed stocks to ensure legal compliance or to meet specific "featureless" rifle configurations. This is where innovative solutions like the Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop become indispensable. Designed specifically for AR-platform firearms, this ingenious device offers a straightforward, robust, and elegant method to transform your collapsible stock into a secure, non-adjustable fixed stock, all without the need for irreversible modifications.

What Problem Does the Strike Industries Stock Stop Solve?

At its core, the Strike Stock Stop addresses two primary needs for AR-platform owners:

1. Legal Compliance: In states or regions with strict firearms laws (such as California, New York, New Jersey, or Washington, among others), adjustable stocks are often considered a "feature" that can classify a rifle as an "assault weapon" if other restricted features are present. Converting a collapsible stock to a fixed stock can be a crucial step in ensuring your rifle adheres to local regulations, allowing you to build or own a compliant firearm without sacrificing functionality or incurring severe legal penalties.
2. Enhanced Stability and Consistency: While adjustable stocks offer versatility, a fixed stock can provide a more consistent and stable shooting platform. For many shooters, once they find their ideal length of pull, having a stock that remains rigidly in place ensures repeatable cheek weld and improved control, contributing to greater accuracy and confidence on the range or in the field.

The Strike ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop offers an expertly engineered solution to these challenges, providing peace of mind and improved performance in a single, compact unit.

Key Innovations and Features That Set It Apart

The Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop is not just another accessory; it's a meticulously designed component built for reliability and ease of use. Here's a closer look at its standout features:

• Effortless Conversion to a Fixed Stock: The primary function of the Stock Stop is to convert any standard collapsible stock into a fixed configuration. It achieves this by securely filling the adjustment holes on your buffer tube, preventing any movement of the stock.
• Low Profile and Lightweight Design: Crafted to be unobtrusive, this stop seamlessly integrates with your existing setup. Its minimalist design ensures it remains largely out of sight once installed, maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your firearm. Weighing mere ounces, it adds virtually no perceptible weight, preserving the rifle's balance and maneuverability.
• Constructed from High-Strength Thermoplastic: Durability is paramount when it comes to firearm components. The Strike Stock Stop is precision-molded from an advanced, high-strength thermoplastic polymer. This material is renowned for its exceptional resilience, impact resistance, and ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures and exposure to common gun cleaning solvents. It's built to last and endure the rigors of regular use.
• Superior Abrasion Resistance: The thermoplastic material also boasts excellent abrasion resistance, ensuring that the stop maintains its integrity and appearance even after repeated adjustments (during installation) or exposure to friction within the stock assembly.
• No Modification Required for Your Buffer Tube: One of the most significant advantages of the Strike Stock Stop is its non-invasive installation. Unlike traditional methods that might require drilling, pinning, or other permanent alterations to your buffer tube, this stop simply slides into place and secures, leaving your buffer tube completely unaltered. This preserves the resale value of your components and allows for reversibility if regulations or personal preferences change in the future.
• Broad Compatibility with Aftermarket Buffer Tubes: This versatile accessory is engineered for compatibility with a wide range of buffer tubes. It fits most standard aftermarket 6-position buffer tubes, a common standard across many AR-platform builds.
• Optimized for Strike Industries Advanced Receiver Extensions: For those utilizing Strike Industries' own 7-position Advanced Receiver Extensions, the Stock Stop offers perfect integration, ensuring a snug and secure fit that maximizes its effectiveness.
• Eliminates the Need for Drilling and Pinning: Historically, fixing a collapsible stock often involved drilling a hole through the stock and buffer tube, then inserting a pin to lock it in place. This permanent, irreversible modification is complex, requires specialized tools, and can potentially damage components if not performed correctly. The Strike Stock Stop completely bypasses this tedious and damaging process, making compliance simple and stress-free.

Who Will Benefit Most from the Strike ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop?

This product is an invaluable asset for a variety of AR-platform owners, including:

• Firearm Owners in Restrictive Jurisdictions: If you reside in a state or municipality where adjustable stocks are regulated or prohibited on certain rifle configurations, the Stock Stop offers a straightforward path to compliance without complex modifications.
• DIY Builders and Customizers: For those building new ARs or customizing existing ones, the Stock Stop provides an elegant solution to meet specific build requirements or personal preferences for a fixed stock, all while simplifying the assembly process.
• Shooters Seeking Enhanced Stability: Even outside of compliance needs, some shooters prefer the inherent stability and consistent length of pull offered by a fixed stock. The Stock Stop provides this benefit without forcing you to buy an entirely new fixed stock assembly.
• Individuals Prioritizing Component Preservation: If you want to avoid permanent modifications to your valuable buffer tube and stock, the non-invasive nature of the Strike Stock Stop is a major advantage.
• Range Shooters and Competitors: Consistency is key in competitive shooting. A non-moving stock ensures the rifle always mounts the same way, aiding in muscle memory and shot placement.

How to Install Your Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop: A Step-by-Step Guide

Installing the Strike ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop is a remarkably simple process that requires minimal tools and can be completed in minutes. Always ensure your firearm is unloaded and safe before beginning any work.

1. Ensure Firearm Safety: Prioritize safety. Unload your firearm, remove the magazine, and visually and physically inspect the chamber to confirm it is clear.
2. Access the Buffer Tube: Fully collapse your adjustable stock to expose the adjustment holes on the buffer tube.
3. Position the Stock Stop: Identify the desired fixed position for your stock. This will typically be one of the adjustment holes on your buffer tube. The Stock Stop is designed to occupy all but one of these holes, locking your stock into the chosen position.
4. Insert the Stock Stop: Carefully slide the Strike Stock Stop over the buffer tube, aligning it so that its body covers the adjustment holes you wish to block. Ensure the single open slot on the Stock Stop aligns with the specific hole on the buffer tube where you want your stock to lock.
5. Re-extend and Lock Stock: Extend your stock back to the desired length of pull. As you do, the internal mechanism of your stock will engage with the single open hole on the buffer tube (which is now framed by the Stock Stop), locking it securely into that fixed position.
6. Verify Fixed Position: Attempt to adjust your stock. It should now be rigidly fixed in the chosen position, unable to move to any other setting. If it moves, re-check your alignment of the Stock Stop.

That's it! With just a few simple steps, you've successfully converted your collapsible stock to a fixed one, enhancing your rifle's compliance and stability.

Advantages Over Traditional Fixed Stock Conversion Methods

For years, the go-to method for converting a collapsible stock to a fixed one involved "drilling and pinning." This process typically entails:

• Measuring the desired length of pull.
• Precisely drilling a hole through both the stock body and the buffer tube.
• Inserting a steel pin or screw through the drilled holes to permanently lock the stock in place.
• Often, the pin is then epoxied or welded to prevent removal, making the modification truly permanent and irreversible.

The Strike ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop offers distinct advantages over this traditional method:

• Non-Permanent and Reversible: Should regulations change, or if you move to a less restrictive jurisdiction, the Stock Stop can be easily removed, allowing your stock to function as collapsible again. This preserves the original functionality and value of your components.
• No Damage to Components: There's no drilling, no grinding, and no risk of damaging your expensive stock or buffer tube.
• Simplicity and Speed: Installation is quick and straightforward, requiring no specialized tools or advanced gunsmithing skills.
• Clean Aesthetics: The Stock Stop is designed to be largely invisible once installed, maintaining the clean lines of your rifle. Drilled and pinned stocks often have visible pins or plugs.

The Engineering Behind the Material: High-Strength Thermoplastic

The choice of thermoplastic for the Strike Stock Stop is a testament to Strike Industries' commitment to robust and practical design. This advanced polymer offers several benefits critical for firearm accessories:

• Exceptional Impact Resistance: Thermoplastics can absorb significant shock and impact without cracking or deforming, crucial for components exposed to the stresses of recoil and handling.
• Lightweight Nature: As mentioned, the material contributes to the Stock Stop's minimal weight, ensuring it doesn't add unnecessary bulk to your firearm.
• Chemical and Corrosion Resistance: It stands up well to common firearm cleaning solvents, oils, and general environmental exposure (moisture, humidity), preventing degradation over time.
• Dimensional Stability: Thermoplastics maintain their shape and integrity across a wide range of temperatures, ensuring the Stock Stop performs reliably whether you're shooting in scorching summer heat or freezing winter conditions.

This material science ensures that the Strike Stock Stop is not only effective but also durable for long-term use.

The Strike Industries Promise: Quality and Innovation

Strike Industries has built a reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality firearm accessories that enhance performance, ergonomics, and compliance. The ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop is a prime example of their dedication to understanding the needs of shooters and providing smart solutions. When you choose a Strike Industries product, you're investing in:

• Rigorous Design and Testing: Every product undergoes meticulous design and testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of reliability and functionality.
• User-Centric Innovation: Strike Industries consistently introduces products that solve real-world problems for firearm owners, from improved ergonomics to compliance solutions.
• Exceptional Value: They strive to offer premium quality and innovative features at competitive price points, making cutting-edge accessories accessible.

The Strike ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop, available at DEGuns, embodies this commitment, providing an expertly crafted solution for fixed stock conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here are some common questions prospective users might have about the Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop:

Q: Is the Strike Stock Stop a permanent modification?

A: No, it is a non-permanent and reversible modification. It does not require drilling, pinning, or any other irreversible alteration to your stock or buffer tube. It can be easily removed if your needs or local regulations change.

Q: What buffer tubes is the Strike Stock Stop compatible with?

A: It is compatible with most aftermarket 6-position buffer tubes and Strike Industries' 7-position Advanced Receiver Extensions.

Q: Does it fit Mil-Spec or Commercial buffer tubes?

A: It is generally compatible with both Mil-Spec and Commercial buffer tubes that have the standard adjustment holes for collapsible stocks. The key is the presence and spacing of these holes, which the Stock Stop is designed to engage.

Q: Does this make my rifle "featureless" in states like California?

A: While converting to a fixed stock is often a necessary step for "featureless" compliance in some jurisdictions, it is typically one of several requirements. Always consult your local and state laws, or a qualified legal professional specializing in firearms law, to ensure your rifle meets all applicable regulations. The Strike Stock Stop helps achieve the fixed stock requirement but does not guarantee overall compliance without addressing other features.

Q: Can I still adjust my stock at all once this is installed?

A: No, once correctly installed, the Strike Stock Stop fills the adjustment holes on your buffer tube, preventing any movement and locking your stock firmly into a single, fixed position.

Q: Is any special tool required for installation?

A: No special tools are typically required. The installation is straightforward and can usually be completed by hand.

Q: How durable is the thermoplastic material?

A: The high-strength thermoplastic used is exceptionally durable, offering excellent resistance to impact, abrasion, and common chemicals. It's designed to withstand the rigors of regular firearm use and last for many years.

Conclusion

The Strike Industries ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop offers an essential, innovative, and user-friendly solution for AR-platform owners seeking to convert their collapsible stock to a fixed configuration. Whether driven by compliance needs in restrictive jurisdictions or a desire for enhanced shooting stability, this low-profile, high-strength thermoplastic accessory delivers unparalleled ease of installation without irreversible modifications. Its compatibility with common buffer tubes and its robust construction make it a top choice for anyone looking for a reliable and efficient way to achieve a fixed stock setup. Invest in the Strike Stock Stop from DEGuns and experience the peace of mind and performance benefits of a securely fixed stock, all while maintaining the integrity of your valuable firearm components.

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Product Specifications

Feature	Detail
Model	ARSTOCKSTO Stock Stop
Manufacturer	Strike Industries
Material	High-Strength, Abrasion-Resistant Thermoplastic
Color	Black
Function	Converts Collapsible Stock to Fixed Stock
Compatibility	Most Aftermarket 6-Position Buffer Tubes, SI 7-Position AR Extensions
Modification	No Modification Required to Buffer Tube
Installation	Simple, No Drilling or Pinning Needed
UPC	708747546859
Availability	Exclusively available at DEGuns and deguns.com