DBM..............Who`s is the BEST?

[Phil]

That ought to start a spirited conversation.....

Who makes a kick @$$ bottom metal for a S/A Defiance action?

Is it push button or flapper style mag. release??

I`m leaning twords the push button style,if I get a solid recommendation on one.

Phil.

 

[Scott Harris]

Seekins is the only one making a push-button design that I know: http://www.seekinsprecision.com/parts-and-accessories/detachable-bottom-metal.html

other than that Surgeon DBMs are real nice and PT&G makes a good one that is dirt cheap.

 

[Dans40X]

Which mag cut is in your Phoenix/Defiance action-Rem BDL?

APA American Precision Arms in GA.
ambidextrous, contoured mag release to trigger guard bow.
machined for Jewell trigger groups.

H-S Precision if you want idiot proof.

 

[John from MN]

I'd use Surgeon on all of my DBM appropriate builds if I could afford it. Flapper style release, but it's subtle.

 

[TimP]

I'm a Surgeon fan as well. Not the most economical choice but you get what you paid for.

 

[joshb]

I used a PT&G, on sale at Midway for $125 at the time, and it works flawlessly under a Remmy 700 action.

 

[Dusty Stevens]

I like the defiance push button

 

[geraldgee]

+1 on the APA. I use one with a Kelbly Tactical action with AICS mags, it feeds my 6 Dasher flawlessly with no mods.

 

[SHootSTraight22]

#1 for the PT&Gauge bottom medal... Never had one problem with mine..

 

[JigStick]

Ive used Badger, Surgeon, PTG, and APA. By far I like the APA the best. Expecially if you carry your rifle on your back or strapped to a Kifaru pack for any length of time. APA really hit a home run if you ask me.

 

[dtucker]

APA makes a very nice DBM, the magazine well fits flush to the bottom of the stock and the magazine release can be used either side on the trigger guard that is incorporated into it. I am using one on a Kelbly Kodiac repeater build. I also like the Surgeon DBM and Stillers DBM alot also.

 

[Dusty Stevens]

http://www.curtiscustom.com

Im gonna give these a try soon.

 

[dtucker]

I am not sure what the difference is between those and the APA as they look pretty much identical.

 

[fredo]

Have four Surgeon DBMs, three PTG DBMs, and one Defiance (Black Ops) DBM.
The only reason I have the PTG ones are they are one of few who makes DBM for a Rem Seven action.

The quality of the other two are far superior, with better finish and nice radius on all the edges.
The ambi release of the Surgeon is in the right spot, and the Defiance DBM has a 'push button' that is unobtrusively located & very handy to use.
Both also offer good protection for the magazine, and a front 'wall' for use as a contact point for positional shooting.

On a straight hunting rig, I think an APA would be a very nice unit to run, especially if trying to maintain a more 'traditional' look. Very slick & well designed!

I got a GREAT combo deal on my Defiance LA DBM when I got my action direct from them. Dunno if they still have any available for SA??? Google search for "Black Ops DBM", that's the one I have
File photo:

As you can see, its very 'Surgeon-esque' in ergos, with the exception of the protected mag release button. Also, notice there's a small spring loaded mechanism at the rear of the magwell that keeps a slight amount of tension on the magazine to keep it from 'rattling'. Pretty cool little feature...

Surgeon DBM, for reference...

 

[Swampbuck]

Who do you all recommend for stock in letting and installation.installation? There are a number of good Smith's but who has a good price for inletting. Seems like I saw $85 on somones list the other day but can't remember which shop.

Thanks.

 

[boltfluter]

The Black Ops BM looks very nice.

Paul

www.boltfluting.com

 

[ab_bentley]

http://pacifictoolandgauge.com/97-remington-700-detachable-mag-bottom-metal-dbm

The best for the price.

ADam