The Sidewinder - an AR buffer tube folding adapter

[Matador Arms]

Just released today! Ready to ship!

The Sidewinder is an AR buffer tube folding adapter. Note -- it works with AR buffer tube threads, NOT AR-rifles. There are a multitude of possibilities though. It's compatible with Chassis Systems, shotguns, Scorpions, Vectors and other rifles/pistols that accept AR buffer tube threads.

We made it in Canada. It's lightweight, strong and reversible -- you can fold it in either direction and it'll stay ultra-solid.

Check our site for more photos and info: https://shop.matadorarms.com/collec...ucts/sidewinder-folding-ar-buffer-tube-folder

 

[Matador Arms]

Lots of questions are coming in about why this won't work with your AR. The Firearms Blog did an article today, and it sums it up nicely!

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/06/08/matador-arms-sidewinder-folding-buffer-tube-adapter/

 

[KaneZoR]

Cool. What’s the overall length when folded on that 14” 870 in thr picture? Long enough to keep it legal would be great.

 

[Matador Arms]

Cool. What’s the overall length when folded on that 14” 870 in thr picture? Long enough to keep it legal would be great.

That configuration would be restricted, as it's less than 26".

 

[MRCLARK]

would this work on a Troy PAR as it does not have a moving buffer tube spring?

 

[Henry Martini]

would this work on a Troy PAR as it does not have a moving buffer tube spring?

I'd say it would fit.

Hera Arms makes a similar unit called the Side Folding Unit. I had one on a BlackFeather M305.
http://www.hera-arms.de/sfu

If your PAR is for hunting, then you need to think if you want to add more weight to your rifle. All the little trinkets add up!

 

[Matador Arms]

would this work on a Troy PAR as it does not have a moving buffer tube spring?

As long as nothing needs to move rearward of the receiver, into the buffer tube, then the Sidewinder will work!

 

[Astute Observer]

How much does this increase length of pull?

 

[Matador Arms]

How much does this increase length of pull?

By 0.75".

 

[Daver_II]

People need to ask if these will work with an AR? Wow... people should learn how their gun works....

 

[Matador Arms]

People need to ask if these will work with an AR? Wow... people should learn how their gun works....

To some, it’s obvious. To others, they could be new to the sports and are still learning or getting the terminology down.

Either way, we welcome comments and questions from the experienced and knowledgeable, as well as from those working to become so!

 

[Diamondback Six]

Clever... pity there isn't an AR-compatible version, the LAW Tactical sidefolder's one-direction-only fold is its biggest drawback. (As a lefty, the LAW would need to swing *through* my arm to snap into position.)

 

[Matador Arms]

Clever... pity there isn't an AR-compatible version, the LAW Tactical sidefolder's one-direction-only fold is its biggest drawback. (As a lefty, the LAW would need to swing *through* my arm to snap into position.)

We’re lefties too! We feel your pain!

 

[Diamondback Six]

We’re lefties too! We feel your pain!

On the other hand, left-side fold actually does work on the one folder build I've done... it brings the buffer and brace of my Discreet Carry PDW over to nicely blend with the forward 40-round spare magazine. (Here in Washington, if it's less than 16" barrel and I can fire it one-handed, I can legally pack it on my Concealed Pistol License--which seems a little odd for a 5.56 AR, but just like you guys up there with your pols and 'crats I don't make the rules, just try to play by 'em and if somebody leaves a gaping hole like this you better believe I'm gonna put a frickin' 747 right through the middle of it. )

 

[Dexter Morgan]

These folding stock adapters look like they would be a good add-on for the new Wolverine-180 rifles.

 

[Matador Arms]

These folding stock adapters look like they would be a good add-on for the new Wolverine-180 rifles.

We’ve heard from a few folks who plan to use it on these!

 

[Fisselig]

This would be a great addition to the WK-180. Got a weight for the whole assembly? Curious how much it would add to the rifle and I'm looking to build a lightweight side-folder on it or perhaps a 10/22 in a PMACA chassis.
Edit: I'm an idiot. 3.3 oz per the first post photo. That's fantastic!

 

[griffin86]

These folding stock adapters look like they would be a good add-on for the new Wolverine-180 rifles.

You would be good to go legally.

 

[Fastxr]

hmmmm now that is tempting!

 

[Matador Arms]

This would be a great addition to the WK-180. Got a weight for the whole assembly? Curious how much it would add to the rifle and I'm looking to build a lightweight side-folder on it or perhaps a 10/22 in a PMACA chassis.
Edit: I'm an idiot. 3.3 oz per the first post photo. That's fantastic!

Not an idiot at all! But yes, 3.3oz - nearly like it’s not even there!