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Here's a new video of my Bullpup S12 with my sights and grip: http://youtu.be/KXmDpAslbDk Enjoy!

Thanks for your feedback, Pro2A! The best advice I can give you is to just start searching the forums as there's a good chance all of your questions have been answered before. The first step would be to familiarize yourself with your shotgun inside and out. Read your instruction manual, read up on all of the information you can find and study pictures and videos. Theoretically, you could be able to run any ammunition you want provided you've adjusted your gas plug for the correct type of ammunition. High and Low Brass refer to how far the brass extends along the side of the shell: Generally speaking, bigger loads (e.g. Buckshot and Shells) will extend further along the side of the shell (like the black one in the middle of the picture above) while lighter loads (e.g. birdshot and target loads) won't extend as far (like the one on the end). If you're using your factory gas plug, you'll want to be sure that it's set properly for the type of ammunition you're using. Keep in mind that I'm also VERY new to the Saiga 12 platform, this is my first S12, and I haven't made any permanent alterations to it. That said, I hope anything I've shared helps point you in the right direction, but please don't rely solely on me as everything I've learned has been from others who have graciously shared their time and knowledge on this forum. I hope that helps!

I had a chance to do a little shooting last night, so here's a video showing it in action: Keep in mind that I'm a lefty, so I'm still getting used to shooting right handed . My goal for this video was just to get something out there as I'm not aware of any other shooting demonstrations featuring this stock. The ones Center Balanced Systems put out previously were for the S12 Standard stock. The only other video with the Spike Base stock that I'm aware of is the CBRPS put out. I think it handles pretty well for the weight, and the recoil isn't bad, though in fairness, I'm using target loads so next time I'll try it with 3" rounds! Enjoy the video, more to come!

Wow, very nice weight break-down Sian! I just used my bathroom scale with and without the shotgun in hand, then subtracted the difference so I'm sure my figures aren't anywhere near that accurate ...

Hi GunFun, Yes, it comes with two trigger bars, one for an unconverted and one for the converted. Here are some additional Specs: Overall Length (including the JT Engineering muzzle brake): 33 7/16" (30" without the muzzle brake, 41" originally) Length of Pull: 16" (14.5" originally?) Weight: 10-11 lbs unloaded, depending on magazine (7.5-8 lbs originally?) It's a little on the hefty side, but by no means unmanageable as the balance makes it very easy to control. This is particularly important for me given that I'm left-handed, but would have to shoot with my right hand if I want to shoulder it. As it stands, I can fire the weapon with only my right hand alone (I shot a video of this last night, and will post it this evening). The Draco kit looks pretty good, though with the factory 30-round mags. Here are the details concerning that from the CBRPS website: Note: Some Draco pistols that utilize receivers that were originally set up for underfolder rear stocks will have fit issues, and may only be able to easily accomodate 20 round mags. 30 rounders may work but not perfectly. I hope that helps!

I honestly couldn't say about loudness of it with or without the brake, I always wear ear protection so I don't notice ... The muzzle brake really does a great job of controlling muzzle rise on follow up shots, and the recoil (which isn't too bad) just goes straight back. I'm going to try to get out to the ranch today and do some more shooting, and I'll post videos! I'm using an MD Arms V-Plug, and the top half of the barrel shroud has a notch cut out of of it, so there should be plenty of room for a TAC47 Auto plug too. Here' a picture of it:

It arrived today! I was really surprised how small the box was, but everything came together nice! So here are some pictures Enjoy!