Noveske Chainsaw N4 Gen II Lower

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05-29-2012, 11:14
Sharpienads

Noveske Chainsaw N4 Gen II Lower

So I picked up a Noveske Chainsaw lower the other day. The "Chainsaw" part just means that it is cosmetically blemished, but otherwise OK. I gotta say, the lower is sweet, and it is really tough to see any blemishes unless you look really close. And the $$$ savings is pretty nice too. Totally worth getting, IMO.

I don't know how all of them look or what other companies will let pass their inspections, but if you have the chance to pick one up, you might want to consider it.

I'd post better pics, but my lower is currently with my SOT [insert devilish laugh smilie]

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/...s/IMAG0221.jpg
05-29-2012, 13:14
longbow

I picked up a Gen 1 chainsaw, very nice lowers. I like the Gen 2 magwells as well.[Beer]
05-29-2012, 14:15
Delfuego

I'll take it! PM sent...

Oh wait this is not for sale :(
05-30-2012, 07:32
subiepilot3

Very nice! Is the light rollmark the "blemish"?
05-30-2012, 13:21
Sharpienads

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Originally Posted by subiepilot3

Very nice! Is the light rollmark the "blemish"?

No, it had some very, very small scratches and a tiny dent somewhere on it. Honestly, it looked brand new or possible as if it's been to the range maybe once or twice. If it wasn't marked as their chainsaw model, you'd probably never now the difference. On the bottom of the trigger guard it's got a little picture of a chainsaw like this:

http://www.rainierarms.com/img/shop/...f51f6789e2.jpg

The Noveske symbol is pretty visible, it just doesn't show up well in the picture. On the opposite side of the magazine well is the manufacturer and their location, and no caliber marking.

Like I said, I don't know what qualifies as "blemished" for other manufacturers, but if you wanna save a few bucks on an otherwise expensive lower, I would go with the blemished one. I saved about $75 on this one.
05-31-2012, 11:34
subiepilot3

Thanks for the pics and details. That chainsaw symbol is pretty sweet, I am going to have to look into these!!
05-31-2012, 12:17
Sharpienads

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Originally Posted by subiepilot3

Thanks for the pics and details. That chainsaw symbol is pretty sweet, I am going to have to look into these!!

No problem. Just make sure you shop around, as price differences on the blemished lowers can vary by $50 between different dealers.

BCM sells blemished lowers too, FYI. I've heard nothing but goodness about those guys.
06-01-2012, 22:14
Rooskibar03

I was worried about going with a chainsaw but I can't really find any blemishes and once it's all together it didn't matter anymore.

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/m...3/946c9a32.jpg
06-01-2012, 22:41
longbow

What kind of trigger is in your Gen2 Rooskibar?
06-01-2012, 23:28
Sharpienads

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Originally Posted by longbow

What kind of trigger is in your Gen2 Rooskibar?

I'm gonna take a stab and say one of these:

http://geissele.com/super-dyanmic.aspx

But I generally do not know what I'm talking about. [Tooth]

We'll have to wait for Rooskibar to chime in.
06-02-2012, 08:52
Rooskibar03

Winner! It's the 3 SD 3 Gun from Geissele.

http://geissele.com/superdynamic3gun.aspx

It's got an amazing trigger pull. Something off a 1911 in terms of lightness.

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Originally Posted by Sharpienads

I'm gonna take a stab and say one of these:

http://geissele.com/super-dyanmic.aspx

But I generally do not know what I'm talking about. [Tooth]

We'll have to wait for Rooskibar to chime in.
06-02-2012, 12:03
Sharpienads

Looks like a bunch of small scratches or dents on the mag well. Oh well, looks like character to me.

It's kinda like buying a new car. They should almost come with a cracked window, that way you don't get pissed when it happens as soon as you leave the dealership.
06-02-2012, 12:05
longbow

Nice setup, here is my Gen 1 chainsaw lower, obvious flaws!

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s...lmtbcm0003.jpg
But like you say once it's together it doesen't matter!
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s...lmtbcm0006.jpg
06-02-2012, 14:37
Sharpienads

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sharpienads

Looks like a bunch of small scratches or dents on the mag well. Oh well, looks like character to me.

It's kinda like buying a new car. They should almost come with a cracked window, that way you don't get pissed when it happens as soon as you leave the dealership.

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Originally Posted by longbow

Nice setup, here is my Gen 1 chainsaw lower, obvious flaws!

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s...lmtbcm0003.jpg
But like you say once it's together it doesen't matter!
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s...lmtbcm0006.jpg

That was weird... I saw your original post and then commented on it, but when I clicked "submit reply" your post was gone. Now it's back! I thought maybe I accidentally flagged your post or something, but I guess you were just editing it.
06-02-2012, 16:25
longbow

It's just finish, no depth to them at all, I didn't order the lower, bought it off of another forum and could of passed on it but I figured it was no big deal.
06-04-2012, 01:11
subiepilot3

I don't think those flaws are obvious at all. I actually really like that chainsaw logo as I think it adds some character!
06-04-2012, 10:44
longbow

Yeah I am not concerned at all, just on most of the Chainsaw stuff it's hard to even find a flaw.
06-04-2012, 11:47
soldier-of-the-apocalypse

I must resist the urge to buy. This is a great option for a guy like me since every time I take my guns out they get new scratches and I really dont care since I have no intentions of selling them.
06-08-2012, 17:02
rpm

Just came in:

http://i47.tinypic.com/1588120.jpg
06-09-2012, 00:57
spleify

Man where are you guys buying these at? I gotta have one!
06-09-2012, 06:59
longbow

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Originally Posted by spleify

Man where are you guys buying these at? I gotta have one!

Gunbroker has two different gen 2 Chainsaw's listed for about a hundred less than retail. You can also call or E-mail Noveske direct, they are great to deal with.
06-09-2012, 08:17
rpm

I got mine from Cold Hand Arms - they aren't the quickest shippers in the world but they do forewarn you of that before purchase. $203 shipped.
06-09-2012, 09:02
longbow

RPM does yours show any obvious flaws like mine?
06-09-2012, 09:10
spleify

Does anyone know of any local? Thanks
06-09-2012, 09:24
longbow

When I talked to Mike at Lock and load at the Tanner show he said that he has some on order. "MOA" on this site.
06-09-2012, 09:44
Sharpienads

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Originally Posted by rpm

Just came in:

http://i47.tinypic.com/1588120.jpg

SWEEEEEET!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by spleify

Man where are you guys buying these at? I gotta have one!

I got mine from rifelgear.com. Rainier arms has them sometimes. Don't know about local.
06-09-2012, 09:59
rpm

Quote:

Originally Posted by longbow

RPM does yours show any obvious flaws like mine?

Not like yours. The "flaws" on mine are so minute as to be a joke - don't get me wrong however, I appreciate the quality control and what passes for acceptable with these companies. Yours is like a new car with a scratch, the nervous anticipation of the inevitable first one is over. Buy ammo, use up, repeat.

Anyway, these guns are meant to be used hard and often. I'm all for gun care and maintenance where appropriate but if you want a gun to worry about finish flaws, buy a Mannlicher stocked rifle or any number of high-dollar over/under or side by side bespoke shotguns.
06-09-2012, 10:01
rpm

Quote:

Originally Posted by spleify

Does anyone know of any local? Thanks

This guy is in Thornton and occasionally carries Noveske lowers, not sure if any are seconds (Chainsaw).

Lock and Load Armory
www.lockandloadarmory.com