However there are alternate ways to conduct this post-loading confirmation drill. In my opinion, the forward assist has it benefits but only in one or two instances – that primarily being following your brass check. I found these to be of poor quality, and if expensive attachments are to be used, I’d recommend purchasing aftermarket rails to ensure a more robust and secure fit. Two keymod compatible picatinny rails are included with the rifle purchase to provide a mounting space for accessories such as lasers, flashlights, down grips and night viewing devices. If your barrel is unobstructed, these vibrations travel exactly the same way each time you fire a shot, promoting accuracy. Free-floating a barrel means creating an empty space along the entirety of the forearm so that nothing can disrupt the barrel’s vibrations. A highly quality aftermarket purchase will cost upwards of R4000 if purchased locally.Ī free-floating barrel and forend is a specific design technology used in rifles to increase accuracy. This is an extremely light and comfortable forend which feels good in the support hand, but make no mistake that the issued forend is a cheap import. I will also provide some insight into the rifle’s accuracy and operation, culminating in a final verdict as to whether I would recommend the DM4 as a good entry-level investment or not.Īs I’ve already mentioned, the rifle comes with a Keymod free-floating rail system. My particular DM4 is the 14.5-inch version, and has undergone some upgrades which I will discuss below.