I bought two for both of my AR15 Wolf A1 upper builds. What I am accustomed to as a hunter is having the red indicator on the left side for quick visual reference. And to be able to take off Safe with my trigger finger. The Elftman safety has the fire indicator on the right side. This requires me look over the stock on the far side of the rifle to check status visually. And to stretch with my thumb to take off Safe. That wont work in stressful situations. The safety works fine, but not for me. I am going back to the standard lever safety, 45* throw. I have a black and silver safety for someone who wants to try it cheap.
I know this is 4 years old, but I just wanted to add something. 7 years as an infantryman and we all had that issue of accidentally putting your weapon on fire. Even our 240 and 249 guys with the button style safety. Its just one of those responsibilities that needs to be maintained while carrying a firearm.
Yup it can happen. Getting in and out of HMMWVs, I don't know if it was the seat edge or what it was but my M16 would get set to fire sometimes when removing it. The type of safety in the video which I'll just call a machine gun safety could also come off safe during humps but it was rare from my memory but I usually just had an M16 so less experienced. With a stout spring though I'd feel just fine using this style safety.
Nah, not for me. If I put my weapon on safe, I dont even want the remote possibility it inadvertently gets switched to fire. Not that selector levers completely negate that possibility, but it’s far less likely than a button. Now that i think about it, most weapons that utilize a button safety are usually set back in a way that the safety is protected unlike the flat surface on an AR.
That looks great for those of us that have used push button safeties most of our lives. Looks perfection for my 6.5 Grendel hunting AR. Going to have to try it.
I'm cross eye dominant so I shoot rifles lefty, but I'm ambi... I have 3 push button safety switches for my 3 ARs, I absolutely love them... I'll be ordering another for my new AR9 pistol I just got too...
My first impression is that you haven't been a Ruger !0-22 shooter in the past or you would be very familiar with this type of a safety in a rifle platform. That being said, I'd like to say that I have changed all five of my AR-15s to this type of safety and would never consider returning to the old style safety. I have had them in my ARs for almost two years now and have "NEVER" been disappointed with their performance. I just wish that Stoner had considered this as an option way back when he designed this platform. Nice video, keep up the good work.
@@Tducks72 no problems with accidentaly tripping the safety account the detent plunger is rounded and has a very positive transition from safe to fire conditions and fire to safe conditions. I'm in the process of building a .458 SOCOM and have a push button safety for it also. The only AR that I own that doesn't have one is my Bushmaster lower that has a two stage trigger and will not work with it.
The PoU to use a term for this safety is 3-gun or comp. If you're using as a quicker method of engagement - got some issues. Switch back to the paddle and tell the Misses, I got this fam.
The more I think about it, the more I like the idea of it. It might be a little strange, mostly from leaving behind the tradition of a selector switch...but I do like the advantages.
It is very quick to accidentally throw into fire and specially as a lefty when it rubs against your chest rig .....I went back to my BAD-ASS-PRO Reversible 90/60 Ambidextrous Safety Selector
I wanted to dislike this video because of that distracting wad of dip you made the decision to film with lol. Reality though, this is the best review of this safety I’ve seen. Great breakdown.
i thought the button direction would be the same as a shotgun crossbolt safety, but its opposite. i would like it to be the same -- you use the safety button as your trigger finger reference point, and as you raise the gun to the target you disengage the safety. now i'm stuck with three of these. oh yeah, the spring that pushes the detent had to be cut by about four coils.
If you have or (had) any issues with this safety I’d definitely reach out to Elftmann. I know the dudes that work their and they would stand behind their product 100% and, hopefully resolve any issues you may have.
In your video you mention that you can change the orientation. I've been looking at it and it doesnt look like thats possible to me? I personally just want to be able to see the red ring with my left eye to check if its on safe or fire.
The selector I was using had two separate grooves on opposite sides. I come to find out after the fact that’s not how there being sold. I made the correction and put that comment in the description box. Apologies on that.
WTH is on the muzzle of that rifle ?!?!?! I can’t tell what it is , does the rail extend beyond the end of the barrel ..??? Is that a compensator type device
With or with out kit on slinging it to your back isn’t going to be any different than your 45 or 90 degree selectors. Regardless of whatever selector I’m using I always have a habit of checking to make sure the selector wasn’t bumped Into the fire position
Ha i bought one of these, I installed it then played hell with it, it was really hard to push so i had to do some mods to make it work correctly but once it was i just didn't feel 100% comfortable with it , I mean it looks cool but not worth it. One would be better off installing a 45 deg safety .Or at least i like a 45deg better.
Any thoughts on elftmann speed push type safety FROM military or ex-military I like the safety but I'm old school it's like the rifle safety I'm more use to but, this type of a safety on an AR rifle the use could be totally different . I train as much as possible and I'm trying to do it as safe as I can not sure this is best for being in groups while firing Other than down range. Comments Please
Rupert Johnson on the Elf “speed safety” you can still swipe your thumb down so it sort of has a similar feeling. With respect to moving around anyone in or on a team this wouldn’t be detrimental to safety. Having said that, I’ve used this, thought it was interesting but at the end of the day I’d still prefer a regular 90 degree or a short throw 45 degree selector.
Damn, you wore me out listening to you, but when you were done you still didn't really show us how it works. Does it move up and down? Was the side to side just to have it stick out more on the side you were using it on? Thanks
Ive got 4 builds going on right now. Ive been eyeballing that safety for a while. Think ill pull the trigger on it. Wanted to ask though. What rail are you running on that?
@@Samuel.McCandless I am going to do it!! My idea is being researched at the patent office as I type this!! It's very revolutionary and unique. It should be a great hit in the AR world!!
This is a POS. It is NOT ambi. Rather, it is the exact opposite. You have to go to BOTH sides of the upper to turn the safety on and off. In addition, to push it from the left to fire, it is out of reach from your right thumb - meaning having to take your finger off the trigger unless you have a small, thin grip. This THE SLOWEST possible safety/fire select you could put on your AR15.
I’m trying to think of a scenario in which I would be putting my gun on safe AND wanting to keep my finger on the trigger. Trigger finger is safety number 1. This (and a standard AR safety selector) would be the backup.
This particular push safety is way overpriced, I found one on a site called ARHANDGUARDS for $12.90 after shipping cost and it works perfectly. Just thought I’d throw that out there for anybody wanting to save some money and still get a quality safety.
I bought two for both of my AR15 Wolf A1 upper builds. What I am accustomed to as a hunter is having the red indicator on the left side for quick visual reference. And to be able to take off Safe with my trigger finger. The Elftman safety has the fire indicator on the right side. This requires me look over the stock on the far side of the rifle to check status visually. And to stretch with my thumb to take off Safe. That wont work in stressful situations. The safety works fine, but not for me. I am going back to the standard lever safety, 45* throw.
I have a black and silver safety for someone who wants to try it cheap.
I'm a lefty and these things are the best set up for me...I love it, never had it disengage inadvertently. I've got 3 of them..
God is good!!!!
@Kamryn Kant Lol! I should've said south paw!
@@rilianriggs4620 😂 Good catch though!
OP, can it be flippe daround, or you use it set up for rigtoes as in the vid amd jus hit it w your trigger finger??
Also, yes, seems like less apt to get snagged and disengaged unawares than a lever
That's a might be a good option In California to accompany the juggernaut tactical hellfighter kit
I know this is 4 years old, but I just wanted to add something. 7 years as an infantryman and we all had that issue of accidentally putting your weapon on fire. Even our 240 and 249 guys with the button style safety. Its just one of those responsibilities that needs to be maintained while carrying a firearm.
Yup it can happen. Getting in and out of HMMWVs, I don't know if it was the seat edge or what it was but my M16 would get set to fire sometimes when removing it. The type of safety in the video which I'll just call a machine gun safety could also come off safe during humps but it was rare from my memory but I usually just had an M16 so less experienced. With a stout spring though I'd feel just fine using this style safety.
Nah, not for me. If I put my weapon on safe, I dont even want the remote possibility it inadvertently gets switched to fire. Not that selector levers completely negate that possibility, but it’s far less likely than a button. Now that i think about it, most weapons that utilize a button safety are usually set back in a way that the safety is protected unlike the flat surface on an AR.
That looks great for those of us that have used push button safeties most of our lives. Looks perfection for my 6.5 Grendel hunting AR. Going to have to try it.
I'm cross eye dominant so I shoot rifles lefty, but I'm ambi... I have 3 push button safety switches for my 3 ARs, I absolutely love them... I'll be ordering another for my new AR9 pistol I just got too...
My first impression is that you haven't been a Ruger !0-22 shooter in the past or you would be very familiar with this type of a safety in a rifle platform. That being said, I'd like to say that I have changed all five of my AR-15s to this type of safety and would never consider returning to the old style safety. I have had them in my ARs for almost two years now and have "NEVER" been disappointed with their performance. I just wish that Stoner had considered this as an option way back when he designed this platform. Nice video, keep up the good work.
Ronald Dolfay any issues with inadvertently bumping it on or off safety? Thanks
giograffix1 Bombproof!!! best safety on the market, so simple it’s that simple!
@@Tducks72 no problems with accidentaly tripping the safety account the detent plunger is rounded and has a very positive transition from safe to fire conditions and fire to safe conditions. I'm in the process of building a .458 SOCOM and have a push button safety for it also. The only AR that I own that doesn't have one is my Bushmaster lower that has a two stage trigger and will not work with it.
Ronald Dolfay thanks! Have fun with that .458
Theres no way this could be a military selector, since military ARs are select fire. Either way, looks like a good civilian market product.
The PoU to use a term for this safety is 3-gun or comp. If you're using as a quicker method of engagement - got some issues. Switch back to the paddle and tell the Misses, I got this fam.
Like forward reverse switch on a cordless makita impact driver or drill. Can’t beat it.
It makes a lot of sense to me on a CQB type of set up, such as an SBR or pistol. I'm going to try one out on my 7.5". Great review, thanks.
The more I think about it, the more I like the idea of it. It might be a little strange, mostly from leaving behind the tradition of a selector switch...but I do like the advantages.
Rodney Buse agreed, after you get used to not having the “switch” it’s pretty comfortable to manipulate.
Definitely gonna give this a shot now. Thanks for the vid.
Believe me it’s so simple you’ll ask yourself why was the traditional safety even invented!
It is very quick to accidentally throw into fire and specially as a lefty when it rubs against your chest rig .....I went back to my BAD-ASS-PRO Reversible 90/60 Ambidextrous Safety Selector
I'm actually debating either to get this or the BAD-ASS-PRO. I might just buy both so I can try it out on one of rifles to see it they fit well.
Nice vid. I like the simplicity of the design. Thank you for your insight. Going to grab one and try it out.
I wanted to dislike this video because of that distracting wad of dip you made the decision to film with lol. Reality though, this is the best review of this safety I’ve seen. Great breakdown.
i thought the button direction would be the same as a shotgun crossbolt safety, but its opposite. i would like it to be the same -- you use the safety button as your trigger finger reference point, and as you raise the gun to the target you disengage the safety.
now i'm stuck with three of these. oh yeah, the spring that pushes the detent had to be cut by about four coils.
If you have or (had) any issues with this safety I’d definitely reach out to Elftmann. I know the dudes that work their and they would stand behind their product 100% and, hopefully resolve any issues you may have.
Didn't spit once..
This looks like the old cross bolt safeties that were on the 50-60’s Beretta pistols.
In your video you mention that you can change the orientation. I've been looking at it and it doesnt look like thats possible to me? I personally just want to be able to see the red ring with my left eye to check if its on safe or fire.
The selector I was using had two separate grooves on opposite sides. I come to find out after the fact that’s not how there being sold. I made the correction and put that comment in the description box. Apologies on that.
That’s a sick build.
Saw and 240 gunners will be familiar with
WTH is on the muzzle of that rifle ?!?!?! I can’t tell what it is , does the rail extend beyond the end of the barrel ..??? Is that a compensator type device
It’s a Midwest industries 17.5 rail with a Midwest 2 chamber muzzle break
HOW COULD ANYONE GIVE THIS VIDEO A THUMBS DOWN ,ITS AWESOME AND INTUITIVE
This guy is underrated
Safety first in the bedroom! Good looking rifle...
What handguard and 'grip strips' are those? That is a beautiful rifle!!
DJ Commonwealth it’s a Midwest Industries 17.5 paired with some rails scales
So 6 years later is your opinion of this safety still the same? Been thinking of picking one up but still a bit hesitant.
It’s a good safety but I prefer just to stick with a standard selector
What about sling to back around kit and or extra pouches or coms?
With or with out kit on slinging it to your back isn’t going to be any different than your 45 or 90 degree selectors. Regardless of whatever selector I’m using I always have a habit of checking to make sure the selector wasn’t bumped Into the fire position
Ha i bought one of these, I installed it then played hell with it, it was really hard to push so i had to do some mods to make it work correctly but once it was i just didn't feel 100% comfortable with it , I mean it looks cool but not worth it. One would be better off installing a 45 deg safety .Or at least i like a 45deg better.
Any thoughts on elftmann speed push type safety FROM military or ex-military I like the safety but I'm old school it's like the rifle safety I'm more use to but, this type of a safety on an AR rifle the use could be totally different . I train as much as possible and I'm trying to do it as safe as I can not sure this is best for being in groups while firing Other than down range. Comments Please
Rupert Johnson on the Elf “speed safety” you can still swipe your thumb down so it sort of has a similar feeling. With respect to moving around anyone in or on a team this wouldn’t be detrimental to safety. Having said that, I’ve used this, thought it was interesting but at the end of the day I’d still prefer a regular 90 degree or a short throw 45 degree selector.
Damn, you wore me out listening to you, but when you were done you still didn't really show us how it works. Does it move up and down? Was the side to side just to have it stick out more on the side you were using it on? Thanks
Really? I understood it.
I have one and it was the best thing I added.
Nice review man God speed
Love it! Thanks man
Sweeping peeps and nenighbors like janitor.
What stock and buffer is that? Looks rattle free.
It’s a pws buffer tube and a bcm stock
I hate the ar switch never liked it, I’m going to buy this it’s just like my Ithaca shotgun safety button
Good dip
Ive got 4 builds going on right now. Ive been eyeballing that safety for a while. Think ill pull the trigger on it. Wanted to ask though. What rail are you running on that?
TheSpartanPaul on this build the rail is the Midwest 17.5 rail
Got a similar safety like this on my 1895CB Marlin lever gun.And hate it.There's even a delete kit for it LOL
i love cross safeties
Thanks for the Review~!
Who makes that rail on your rifle?
Flux Midwest industries
What rifle is that and what type of handguard is that?
Kendrick Progue it’s franken gun. DD lower, Vitor upper, Sionics Barrel and a Midwest Industries 17.5 rail
@@Onechancetacticalsolutions thanks!
God is good!!!!
How are these on rifles with fin grips links in CA?
I have zero experience with solar / fin grip, having said that I’d see no reason why the two wouldn’t work well together
0:20 you a nerd for that one, lol.
MEELO925 muzzle thumping.... is a thing
What upper is that?
Daniel Hesse it’s a Vltor Mur upper with a Midwest industries rail. I would not recommend buying a Vltor Mur that has the forward assist
What grip is that?
Bcm
Safe when reload. My man 👊
You let your wife talk to you like that?
🤔mmmm, got me working on an idea now.
@@Samuel.McCandless I am going to do it!! My idea is being researched at the patent office as I type this!! It's very revolutionary and unique. It should be a great hit in the AR world!!
@@Samuel.McCandless Sure thing, thanks for your interest!
@@Samuel.McCandless Sure thing, thanks for your interest!
This is a POS. It is NOT ambi. Rather, it is the exact opposite. You have to go to BOTH sides of the upper to turn the safety on and off. In addition, to push it from the left to fire, it is out of reach from your right thumb - meaning having to take your finger off the trigger unless you have a small, thin grip. This THE SLOWEST possible safety/fire select you could put on your AR15.
dfwx22 good feedback!!! Next time I’ll know to specify if you need adult sized hands to operate said device.
How is this type of safety slow?
I’m trying to think of a scenario in which I would be putting my gun on safe AND wanting to keep my finger on the trigger.
Trigger finger is safety number 1. This (and a standard AR safety selector) would be the backup.
Just like my old M249!
Dude makes me nervous
Snowflake alert!
This particular push safety is way overpriced, I found one on a site called ARHANDGUARDS for $12.90 after shipping cost and it works perfectly. Just thought I’d throw that out there for anybody wanting to save some money and still get a quality safety.
God is good!!!!
The one on ARHANDGUARDS GOT 3 REVIEWS AND ALL OF THEM WERE BAD.
🤣🤣🤣
God is good!!!!
What handguard is that?
Midwest industries 17.5