This is a review of the Canadian beloved Norinco M14s (Or beloved by most of us) Throughout the 8 years I've had the rifle, its been through 2500+ rounds and mostly taken them without any problems. When People first buy these rifles, they can expect 3-4'' groups with relatively cheap ammunition and tighter groups as ammunition quality increases. Ive been reloading for 5 years with this particular rifle, and have accumulated an emence amount of time perfecting reloads.
As the rifle stands in the picture below is 1-2 moa capable with reloads and no major modifications. On it sits a ARMS 18 mount and internally is housed with a M14.ca BlackArrow Op-rod spring guide (which is awesome!!!) and a shimmed gas system done by yours truly.
My interpretation of this 500$ rifle is a complex and well documented military battle rifle us Canadians should all possess. With the year 2006 I bought it in, being one of the best years to pick up a Norinco shorty was well worth it. All in all a great rifle for hunting/competition/target or what ever your Norinco does for you.
Now most of you are awaiting to figure out how my M14s evolved this year as a more modular system then its stock configuration. While gaining knowledge of past attempts and successes others had while transforming the original stock into something more modern, I came up with a relatively easy and simple mod all of us can do with relatively simple tools.
We must first off need the components that create the rear stock configuration. I started out with MagPul MOE furniture which includes the MOE Stock ($62.99) MOE/CTR 0.5'' Riser ($24.99) and MOE AR15 Grip ($24.99). All of this I accumulated from CTC Supplies, along with a AR15 Buffer assembly($39.99) with buffer tube lock nut ($10.99). The guys a CTC Supplies sent this very quickly with great customer service.
The next part of the build was difficult, I needed to find a solid system that was going to mount everything to the original Norinco stock with no structural compromise. I looked at butler creek and other remington 870 adapters but one manufacturer stuck out to me over all the others.
The NEA 870 Stock adapter from SFRC (Theammosource) is machined out of a solid aluminum (6061 T6 Aluminum), is Military Type III Hard Anodized, incorporates QD Sling points and is a very small and compact package that allows us to connect everything together. The adapter also comes with a A2 style grip if you don't want to upgrade to after market pistol grips.
Also from NEA which I will add later on is a NEA Gill Brake in .308/.300 BLk. This is an aggressive brake and will require your barrel to be threaded to 5/8''x24 or the SEI Castle nut adapter from ArmTac. My suggestion is to get this installed professionally to avoid harm to your rifle. Good thing is this brake is suppressor ready!!! if ever us Canadians would be ever so lucky to own such a device.
Installation of the stock componets was easy, the only thing to remember is some AR Pistol grips will need to be trimmed to fit on the NEA adapter shown here. Take your time and make a nice clean cut.
Next was to cut the Norinco stock (Measure twice, cut once) The adapter should be close enough to the reciever but NOT touching. I used a chop saw to cut, try not using a dremel or hack saw as this will make a crooked cut. Make sure the Buffer tube is in-line with the bore of the rifle. Take your time on this, as most of you will not have another stock to cut.
Next was to find a bolt long enough to work with my idea. I used a 3'' long by 5/8'' bolt with matching washers and nuts.
Next was to cut a block, idealy out of aluminum or wood (shown) that sits under the rearest part of the receiver. Measurements for the block vary from stock to stock, but mine was 5/8'' thick x 1.25'' wide x 1.5'' tall. This will need to be epoxied and wedged into the back of the stock. It should be tight enough that you can't get it out.
You will need to machine a grove for the M14 bolt (If aluminum) or remove material with a rasp (If wood) so that the M14 bolt can clear in the most rear position. Also drill 2 small holes (3/8'') for the NEA Adapters lugs to fit in. This makes sure the adapter can not spin or move freely.
After that, Bolt everything together to around 60'' pounds and add lock tight before you tighten everything down.
With a little paint and assembly, your M14s ModStock is now ready for instalation. Here is the final product guys, if you have any questions please ask!!! Thanks.
UPDATE!!!
After some ejection problems a couple of weeks ago, the rifle was brought to a local gunsmith. The original bolt and bolt components were worn out. Mostly the ejector and plunger.
I have recently upgraded to a FULTON ARMORY GEN2 Bolt.
These bolts are extremely expensive and on some cases cost the same price as a off the shelf Norinco M14, however the deal I got on the bolt and a Criterion LRB 18'' barrel was to crazy to pass up.
Installed, these components have tightened up groups to the point where the rifle is a constant 1''-1.5'' at 100m or in the case below, sub MOA. The rifle tends to like the 168gr BTHP the best, yet I've had great luck with the 178gr AMAX.
Recently I have placed a VORTEX Viper HS-T 4-16 VMR-MOA, which I must say is an amazing piece of glass for the price point. I will do a full review in the future.
As the rifle stands in the picture below is 1-2 moa capable with reloads and no major modifications. On it sits a ARMS 18 mount and internally is housed with a M14.ca BlackArrow Op-rod spring guide (which is awesome!!!) and a shimmed gas system done by yours truly.
My interpretation of this 500$ rifle is a complex and well documented military battle rifle us Canadians should all possess. With the year 2006 I bought it in, being one of the best years to pick up a Norinco shorty was well worth it. All in all a great rifle for hunting/competition/target or what ever your Norinco does for you.
Now most of you are awaiting to figure out how my M14s evolved this year as a more modular system then its stock configuration. While gaining knowledge of past attempts and successes others had while transforming the original stock into something more modern, I came up with a relatively easy and simple mod all of us can do with relatively simple tools.
We must first off need the components that create the rear stock configuration. I started out with MagPul MOE furniture which includes the MOE Stock ($62.99) MOE/CTR 0.5'' Riser ($24.99) and MOE AR15 Grip ($24.99). All of this I accumulated from CTC Supplies, along with a AR15 Buffer assembly($39.99) with buffer tube lock nut ($10.99). The guys a CTC Supplies sent this very quickly with great customer service.
The next part of the build was difficult, I needed to find a solid system that was going to mount everything to the original Norinco stock with no structural compromise. I looked at butler creek and other remington 870 adapters but one manufacturer stuck out to me over all the others.
The NEA 870 Stock adapter from SFRC (Theammosource) is machined out of a solid aluminum (6061 T6 Aluminum), is Military Type III Hard Anodized, incorporates QD Sling points and is a very small and compact package that allows us to connect everything together. The adapter also comes with a A2 style grip if you don't want to upgrade to after market pistol grips.
Also from NEA which I will add later on is a NEA Gill Brake in .308/.300 BLk. This is an aggressive brake and will require your barrel to be threaded to 5/8''x24 or the SEI Castle nut adapter from ArmTac. My suggestion is to get this installed professionally to avoid harm to your rifle. Good thing is this brake is suppressor ready!!! if ever us Canadians would be ever so lucky to own such a device.
Installation of the stock componets was easy, the only thing to remember is some AR Pistol grips will need to be trimmed to fit on the NEA adapter shown here. Take your time and make a nice clean cut.
Next was to cut the Norinco stock (Measure twice, cut once) The adapter should be close enough to the reciever but NOT touching. I used a chop saw to cut, try not using a dremel or hack saw as this will make a crooked cut. Make sure the Buffer tube is in-line with the bore of the rifle. Take your time on this, as most of you will not have another stock to cut.
Next was to find a bolt long enough to work with my idea. I used a 3'' long by 5/8'' bolt with matching washers and nuts.
Next was to cut a block, idealy out of aluminum or wood (shown) that sits under the rearest part of the receiver. Measurements for the block vary from stock to stock, but mine was 5/8'' thick x 1.25'' wide x 1.5'' tall. This will need to be epoxied and wedged into the back of the stock. It should be tight enough that you can't get it out.
You will need to machine a grove for the M14 bolt (If aluminum) or remove material with a rasp (If wood) so that the M14 bolt can clear in the most rear position. Also drill 2 small holes (3/8'') for the NEA Adapters lugs to fit in. This makes sure the adapter can not spin or move freely.
After that, Bolt everything together to around 60'' pounds and add lock tight before you tighten everything down.
With a little paint and assembly, your M14s ModStock is now ready for instalation. Here is the final product guys, if you have any questions please ask!!! Thanks.
UPDATE!!!
After some ejection problems a couple of weeks ago, the rifle was brought to a local gunsmith. The original bolt and bolt components were worn out. Mostly the ejector and plunger.
I have recently upgraded to a FULTON ARMORY GEN2 Bolt.
These bolts are extremely expensive and on some cases cost the same price as a off the shelf Norinco M14, however the deal I got on the bolt and a Criterion LRB 18'' barrel was to crazy to pass up.
Installed, these components have tightened up groups to the point where the rifle is a constant 1''-1.5'' at 100m or in the case below, sub MOA. The rifle tends to like the 168gr BTHP the best, yet I've had great luck with the 178gr AMAX.
Recently I have placed a VORTEX Viper HS-T 4-16 VMR-MOA, which I must say is an amazing piece of glass for the price point. I will do a full review in the future.
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