Threaded muzzle

[Microgunner]

I just heard that S&W will be offering the new M&P15-22 with a threaded muzzle & attachment. Cool. I'm glad now that I haven't been able to locate one wholesale. I'll wait for the new version.

[Microgunner]

SKU 811033 will be the threaded muzzle w/flash hider version available in January, I'm told.

[Longitude Zero]

Another reason to buy another weapon.

[imschur]

:beer:

If you stumble across more info, press release etc let me know. Its good stuff for the main site

[Madhouse]

Dang, why did I have to buy so early??  I want a threaded barrel!!

[steel609]

Dang, why did I have to buy so early??  I want a threaded barrel!!

I wonder what it would cost to get our existing barrels threaded?

[Madhouse]

I was wondering that too.  Can it be threaded?  If so, I think I know of a shop here in town that can do it.

http://www.aquilafirearms.com/

[Longitude Zero]

Dang, why did I have to buy so early??  I want a threaded barrel!!

Heck it is an excuse to buy another gun.

[Cyclone]

OK . Im a bit new to these style of guns. I love my MP15-22.

What size and pitch threads do they need ? 

[imschur]

1/2-28 I believe

[Madhouse]

yes, 1/2x28 for standard threaded flash hiders and suppressors.

:thumb:

[asmurff]

This group is going to create a new type of bankruptcy; :o the Chapter .22 where you have to liquidate all you other assets to pay your guns and ammo bill. ;D

[Cyclone]

I figure before I bother to tear my MP apart, I would ask you guys. How hard is it to remove the barrel from the receiver as to get it in a lathe ? I assume that it is pressed in and not threaded into the receiver ? If I can get it out 1/2-28 threads will be no problem. 

[Cyclone]

Well I got off my lazy A#* and looked now my question is what do I need to know before unthreading the barrel ? Does the barrel bottom out when reinstalled ? What about locking compound ? 

[Cyclone]

I had the guy who we buy our tooling from at my work hook me up with the 1/2-28 tap & die. I am going to make my own flash hider / muzzle brake. It is afterall just for looks so I can experiment a little. :thumb: 

[imschur]

Hey Cyclone, for the die portion you might want to experiment on some scrap stock of the correct diameter. It can be a little tricky getting the threads straight by hand. I would suspect guys who thread muzzles either thread it directly with threading tools meant for a lathe or have a setup in the lathe to keep the die straight and square to the muzzle.

Do you have the capability to turn the barrel to the correct diameter?

[imschur]

Heres another picture. Notice the shoulder and the undercut after the threads.

[Cyclone]

Oh yeah ... I happen to be a metal fabricator. I will be doing it in a lathe for sure. We have a holder for dies also. 

Has anyone here got any advice as far as removing the barrel from the weapon. I can figure it out but any pointers would be appreciated.

I will snap some pics of the whole mess while I ruin a good barrel.  :o

[imschur]

Take some pictures of the process if you can. It will be good stuff for the main site.

[27 Beck]

I wonder what it would cost to get our existing barrels threaded?

I had my barrel threaded (1/2 x 28) by Olde English Gun Shop in Tipp City OH. If you are interested, give them a call and ask for Andrew. 937-667-3325. Cost was ~$80.00 area, and turn around was less than a week.

[Microgunner]

RSR Group is now listing the threaded muzzle version, though none in stock.

lSW811033  S&W M&P15-22 22LR 16" 25RD BLK THRD 

  Product Specifications 

Manufacturer Smith & Wesson 

Model M&P 15 

Action Semi-automatic 

Caliber 22LR 

Barrel Length 16.5" 

Finish/Color Black 

Grips/Stock Synthetic 

Type of Barrel Threaded 

Capacity 25Rd 

[Microgunner]

Ellett Brothers is also listing them. Also none in stock.

SMITH & WESSON ®

M & P 15-22

• Features 6-position collapsible stock & A1-style flash suppressor  • 25 cap  • 16 inch barrel  • Semi-auto, gas-operated  • Dedicated .22 LR platform  • Lightweight, high strength polymer upper & lower receivers  • Adjustable front & rear sights  • AR15/M4-style features & controls  • A3-style flat top upper receiver  • Quad rail handguard accepts all 1913 Mil. Std. rail acceptable accessories  • A2 pistol grip - receiver will accept most standard, after-market AR15 pistol grips  • Receiver extension accepts Mil-Spec carbine stocks  • Functioning      charging handle  • 2-position receiver mounted safety  • Bolt holds open on empty  • Wt.: 5 lbs  • OAL: 31'' collapsed, 34'' extended

[Madhouse]

My friend cut some test threads into a piece of stock in his lathe, came out perfect.

Does anybody know how to get the barrel out?  We're going to do both of ours.

:grin:

[27 Beck]

Takes a "special tool" to remove the barrel nut, then the barrel comes right off.

Tool could have two "tabs" like in this picture, or possibly 4 "tabs" Maybe your friend could make the "special tool" and sell them.  ;D

[StLPro2A]

FYI - Noticed a repeating auction on GunBroker for MP15-22 barrel threading service.  Believe it was about $30-$40.  Bought my MP15-22 with threaded bbl/flash hider on GB for #390.00 + $15.00 SH.  Best price I've found.