Description
Whether you bought stripped lower, or just finished an 80% lower, you’ll need two components to assemble it and make it functional: A lower parts kit, and a buffer tube assembly like this one. Buffer tube assemblies work with your lower parts kit, allowing your lower and upper receivers to work together.
What’s Included
- Buffer Tube
- Carbine Buffer
- Recoil Spring
- Castle Nut
- Latch Plate
- Buttstock
Mil-Spec / Standard Buffer Fitment
This buffer assembly includes a mil-spec tube with an outer diameter of 1.148″ and a thread pattern of 1-13/16″ x 16. It’s designed to fit any typical AR-15 stripped lower receiver or 80% lower that’s also advertised with mil-spec fittings. Virtually all modern AR-15 receivers are manufactured with mil-spec fittings.
Commercial vs. Mil-spec Buffer Tubes
This buffer tube is also machined with the appropriate detents necessary for any adjustable stock or brace’s adjustment latch to function properly.
Check out custom stocks and braces here.
Includes Carbine Buffer
This buffer tube assembly includes a 3.0-ounce Carbine recoil buffer. It’s compatible with most calibers that are currently available for chambering in 5.56/.223 receivers, including 300 Blackout and 6.5 Grendel. This kit will also work with our AR9 80% lowers and any retail-bought 9mm lowers, but we recommend investing in a heavier (8.0-ounce) buffer.
Buffer Installation Instructions
Installing the buffer assembly is relatively simple. You will need an Armorer’s Wrench to get the job done. If you’re also installing your lower parts kit, we recommend buying a set of roll pin punches.
Guide: How to Install The AR Buffer and LPK
Need an Upper Assembly?
If you’re completing a custom AR build with this buffer tube assembly, be sure to check out our barreled uppers. Rifle and pistol configurations are available in the most popular AR calibers, and each includes a bolt carrier and charging handle.
Buy a Barreled Upper Assembly Here.
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- Platform:
- AR15
- Caliber:
- 5.56
- Caliber:
- .223 Wylde
- Caliber:
- .300 AAC Blackout
Frequently Asked Questions
- How fast is shipping?
- Orders ship within 3 business days to your selected Michigan FFL dealer with full tracking info.
- Where can I pick up my firearm?
- Pickups are at licensed FFL dealers in Michigan. Use terms like “gun shop near me in Michigan” or “FFL dealer in Michigan” to locate one.
- Do I need a permit or license?
- For handguns, residents must obtain a License to Purchase (unless they already hold a CPL). Long guns from FFL dealers require no additional permits—per Michigan law.
- Can I carry this concealed or openly?
- Michigan is a “shall-issue” state for concealed carry at age 21+. Open carry is allowed without a permit, except in vehicles or specified locations :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How fast will my order ship?
- We ship all orders within 1-3 business days to your licensed Michigan FFL dealer. Tracking info will be emailed.
- What is your return policy?
- Non-firearm items can be returned within 14 days unused. Firearms sales are final after FFL transfer. See full return policy.
- Is the Adjustable Carbine Stock & Buffer Tube Assembly suitable for me?
- Our Adjustable Carbine Stock & Buffer Tube Assembly is popular among Michigan customers for personal defense and sport shooting.
