Holbrook Device

[dross]

What are the thoughts on these? Sounds like a neat enhancement, any downside to using one?

[jak]

Personally, I don't see a need for it. Since I never used one I don't know if there is a downside.

[Orlando]

Alot of guys seem to use them but I also dont see a need for one

[jhunt67]

The risk of M1 thumb is about the only dangerous thing in life I can do anymore - I would hate to retreat on that final issue.

[Punch The Clown]

They're nice. Basically makes the M1 behave exactly like an M14. The enbloc will only eject with the clip latch. The enbloc can remain in the rifle and be loaded with as many rounds as you like. Nice gadget, especially for a hunter.

[grumpyoldretiredcop]

Makes loading a little less clumsy for a left hander (that would be me). Nice also to be able to load individual rounds.

[Corpsie]

Are there anymore opinions (pros/cons) about the Holbrook device? Seems like a good idea.

Also gives me a good reason to get a fancy or custom clip latch

[jbkf1003]

The thumb saving side of it should be a non issue, if you load them correctly you won't ever have this problem. If your range shooting or hunting, It's a useful enhancement. You don't have to chase clips, they only come out when you remove them. I can see the benefit to this.

But you loose the iconic ping..

That said, In a battle rifle I wouldn't want it. If your interested I have one I'd sell at a discounted rate. I bought it to test with a CASM mount, decided mag fed was the way to go.


Justin

[LavaTech]

I've never used a Sporter Oprod catch, but I seriously doubt Holbrook was the originator. They're not that difficult to make though.

[Corpsie]

The thumb saving side of it should be a non issue, if you load them correctly you won't ever have this problem.

Can you elaborate on this? What are people doing wrong that causes the bolt to automatically release when pushing in a full clip?