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11 June 2008 Update on Progress.
Dear Customers:
I just want to let you all know how much your support means to us. We just want you to know that we've been doing lots of R&D on new accessories, products, and adding to our own manufacturing ability. Here's what's going on.
PDW XCR
We are making great progress in being able to offer a PDW (Personal Defense Weapon) version of the XCR. It would be able to have a very short barrel (10"), the upper receiver, gas tube, and operating rod would also be shorter. Assuming one has registered his lower as an SBR, one could add these parts to an existing XCR receiver. All other parts are the same.
Match Trigger
We have designed a "Match" two stage trigger which should have a 2-4 lbs. first stage and a slightly heavier second stage. It works differently than the current trigger system. Our goal has been to make the trigger very light yet completely safe. Prototype parts will be done in three weeks. If these parts test out as planned, we'll get them into production.
This took a lot longer than anticipated. We finally finished the design to perfection. We have a 3.5 lb pull. It's two-stage. We can make a one stage out of this mechanism. We and our beta testers like it a lot. We've ordered the parts from our vendors. We'll post when they are ready. They are drop in. No modification to the rifle is necessary.
Caliber Conversions/Barrels
The following calibers are complete and being fabricated right now. 5.56, 6.8, 6.5, and 7.62x39mm. The 5.56 and 6.8 are shipping. The 6.5 will ship withing the next 3 weeks. The 7.62x39mm are being fabricated right now and should ship in February. Hopefully, the release of the high capacity magazines will coincide with the release.
Getting good barrels in a reasonable time has been our biggest problem. We have just expanded our plant so that we can turn our own barrels next month. This will result in quicker turn around and allow us to offer just about any barrel length and contour you guys want. If you want a special twist, we can do that also, but expect to pay a little more.
The 7.62x39mm kits are finalized and will begin shipping June 19, 2008. We are supposed to be receiving the 30 round magazines any day now.
New Stock
Being very unimpressed with current buttstock offerings by ourselves and others, we are working on a new, innovative buttstock with lots of features. We will make it easier to sling it ambidextrously. It will be adjustable for length and will fold neatly against the side of the rifle. We are working to incorporate an adjustable cheek piece. Please email your comments to [email protected]. We are working on this right now and want to complete it as soon as possible.
We are almost finished with what we consider to be the perfect stock design for the perfect rifle. We still have a little ways to go but we're moving fast now that we've figured it out. The stock folds, collapses, and has the adjustable cheek piece. We may also make a fixed stock or entry level stock that does not fold or collapse. This stock would work in states where we cannot sell the folding or collapsible stocks.
Sights
We may also work on our own front and rear sights. Please convey your wishes. The idea is to have a front sight (adjustable for windage and elevation) which can be zeroed for each barrel. This way each barrel for each caliber can be zeroed. When it's taken off the rifle and put on again, it will remain zeroed. It would fold down against the top of the picatinny rail of the receiver. If you have any ideas or comments, we'd like to hear them.
This is the only area where we haven't spent any time yet.
We're also working on the .308
If there's something you want, please let us know. [email protected] I will personally read your messages.
Sincerely,
Alex J. Robinson
Manager
Robinson Armament Co.
Dear Customers:
I just want to let you all know how much your support means to us. We just want you to know that we've been doing lots of R&D on new accessories, products, and adding to our own manufacturing ability. Here's what's going on.
PDW XCR
We are making great progress in being able to offer a PDW (Personal Defense Weapon) version of the XCR. It would be able to have a very short barrel (10"), the upper receiver, gas tube, and operating rod would also be shorter. Assuming one has registered his lower as an SBR, one could add these parts to an existing XCR receiver. All other parts are the same.
Match Trigger
We have designed a "Match" two stage trigger which should have a 2-4 lbs. first stage and a slightly heavier second stage. It works differently than the current trigger system. Our goal has been to make the trigger very light yet completely safe. Prototype parts will be done in three weeks. If these parts test out as planned, we'll get them into production.
This took a lot longer than anticipated. We finally finished the design to perfection. We have a 3.5 lb pull. It's two-stage. We can make a one stage out of this mechanism. We and our beta testers like it a lot. We've ordered the parts from our vendors. We'll post when they are ready. They are drop in. No modification to the rifle is necessary.
Caliber Conversions/Barrels
The following calibers are complete and being fabricated right now. 5.56, 6.8, 6.5, and 7.62x39mm. The 5.56 and 6.8 are shipping. The 6.5 will ship withing the next 3 weeks. The 7.62x39mm are being fabricated right now and should ship in February. Hopefully, the release of the high capacity magazines will coincide with the release.
Getting good barrels in a reasonable time has been our biggest problem. We have just expanded our plant so that we can turn our own barrels next month. This will result in quicker turn around and allow us to offer just about any barrel length and contour you guys want. If you want a special twist, we can do that also, but expect to pay a little more.
The 7.62x39mm kits are finalized and will begin shipping June 19, 2008. We are supposed to be receiving the 30 round magazines any day now.
New Stock
Being very unimpressed with current buttstock offerings by ourselves and others, we are working on a new, innovative buttstock with lots of features. We will make it easier to sling it ambidextrously. It will be adjustable for length and will fold neatly against the side of the rifle. We are working to incorporate an adjustable cheek piece. Please email your comments to [email protected]. We are working on this right now and want to complete it as soon as possible.
We are almost finished with what we consider to be the perfect stock design for the perfect rifle. We still have a little ways to go but we're moving fast now that we've figured it out. The stock folds, collapses, and has the adjustable cheek piece. We may also make a fixed stock or entry level stock that does not fold or collapse. This stock would work in states where we cannot sell the folding or collapsible stocks.
Sights
We may also work on our own front and rear sights. Please convey your wishes. The idea is to have a front sight (adjustable for windage and elevation) which can be zeroed for each barrel. This way each barrel for each caliber can be zeroed. When it's taken off the rifle and put on again, it will remain zeroed. It would fold down against the top of the picatinny rail of the receiver. If you have any ideas or comments, we'd like to hear them.
This is the only area where we haven't spent any time yet.
We're also working on the .308
If there's something you want, please let us know. [email protected] I will personally read your messages.
Sincerely,
Alex J. Robinson
Manager
Robinson Armament Co.
