wobblinwheel Posted October 9, 2011 Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 Having the older version of the Colt/Umarex M4, I have always had trouble negotiating the 180 degree safety. I think I have come up with a way (at least for me) to operate the safety WITHOUT moving my hand from the shooting position! I pulled out the safety lever and drilled a small hole (forgot what size, 1/8" I think) in the center of the pivot point. After heating and bending an allen wrench, and a little filing and grinding, I carefully tapped it into the hole. Have to make sure it's tight, so it won't turn. I put the little red piece of tubing on there just to see it better, but I may take it off. As you can see, you only have to move the lever 90 degrees at a time to reach one or the other with your thumb. It takes one extra stroke, but is FAR easier than reaching around to make the full 180! If you are left-handed, you won't believe how much easier it is! Works great both ways! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodent.22 Posted October 9, 2011 Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 Now THAT is a good idea! What you can do when you can SEE it!!!! ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wobblinwheel Posted October 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 It's truly a MIRACLE! I couldn't have done it a few days ago! Been shooting some today after putting it on. It's so nice to work the safety without taking your finger away from the trigger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmurff Posted October 9, 2011 Report Share Posted October 9, 2011 Looks like it would make it easier to manipluate it while wearing gloves also. Good job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wobblinwheel Posted October 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 Made a little improvement over "prototype". Found a little black "bead" in the ole lady's jewelry box, and it just so happens it fit right over the end of my little gadget. A little CA glue held it in place securely, and it works great. looks ok too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanegt Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 Has no one attempted to buy parts for the M4 - surely if you order a new safety selector and cam, the safety will then be 90 degree? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wobblinwheel Posted February 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 I tried. They won't send them for an older rifle. Claim they "won't work". I think it's bullsh...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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