Noveske N4 Light Carbine, FSR

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Noveske Rifleworks has brought another N4 series weapon online with the use of a new rail. This N4 series carbine carries the same basic attributes that make the N4 basic so appealing, with the addition of a rail which wraps the front sight base (FSB).

Below are the primary features found as listed on the Noveske Rifleworks website.

4.5" Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, 1 in 7" twist, 5.56mm
--Made of Mil Spec M249 Machine Gun barrel steel, with heavy M249 Chrome Lining,
(appx. 2 times as thick as an M4 or M16)
--Extended Feed Ramps
--Mil Spec Phosphate finish
--Same weight as M4 barrel, 1 lb, 9 oz, but improved contour for maximum
rigidity, no M203 notch
--MP HP tested with certification
--Carbine length gas system
--Flash suppressor available permanently installed for non-NFA use (standard option), or removable on SBR and select fire models (call in all NFA weapon orders).
--Shot peened and MP tested bolt
--Properly staked carrier key
--Auto carrier
--Mil-Spec receiver extension, staked
--H Buffer
--Vltor Carbine buttstock
--Tango Down pistol grip
--One 30 rd mag included

FSR configuration
--Flat-top upper receiver
--9.6" free floated handguard w/ 1913 rails and cuttout for the fixed front sight
--F marked front sight base
--Flip-up rear sight
--6 lbs 12 oz

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Starting from the front of the weapon, this carbine is immediately identified as as a Noveske by the unique barrel stampings. The 14.5" barrel is complete with a permanently attached flash suppressor (FS) that is pinned and welded into place, making this a legal 16" barrel. By pinning the FS, this makes for the shortest legal (non-SBR) barrel available, and avoids the 16" barrel plus 1.5" FS that is otherwise used for a similar build.

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Following up the barrel we run into the FSB, which is shrouded by the rail. A pinned and fixed Front Sight Base gives maximum durability for any front sight. The extended rail offers additional space, which is useful for pushing a light forward to prevent barrel shadowing. Using different mounts, there were no problems mounting accessories to the rail, which appears well machined and even.

The rail contains anti-rotation Quick Disconnect (QD) points, and in the case of this picture, the Gear Sector GS-2P adjustable two point sling is plugged in. There are two QD mounts on the left, and one on the right of the rail.

Also shown below are the new Tango Down Vertical Fore Grip (VFG) and American Defense MFG (ADM) Aimpoint T-1 mount. The mounts lock in place firmly, and are adjustable without needing tools.

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The flip side of the rail shows that it is made to the Noveske Rifleworks specs. If the rail you are looking at is lacking the Noveske crest, its not a Noveske. This image also shows the flip side of the ADM T-1 mount and its adjustment point. By unlocking the lever, and pressing in on it, the screw head is exposed and can be adjusted by fingernail, coin, or similar object, I use my fingers and twist. Once the reverse side lever is locked down, the screw is recessed and unable to rotate due to its flats.

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The pistol grip that comes standard on all Noveske N4 carbines is the Tango Down Battle Grip. This grip allows for weather tight storage, and covers the gap behind the trigger guard. Heavy texture should give solid feel in wet conditions for the user.

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The lower receiver makes it easy to tell you are holding a Noveske weapon. A single, simple, and easily identifiable logo lets everyone else know as well. The Fire Control Group (FCG) is solid, and clean in its feel. For further info on the smaller internal parts you may also want to read the Noveske N4 carbine review, which is linked at the end.