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Is this properly staked?
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boostjunki
Plinker
It does look a little strange, almost like material had been removed from the gas key. However it appears it will still do the job just fine.
I agree that the roundness of the stake does look a little odd. I think all of mine have a more "V"-shaped stake, but it looks like they should be ok. If you are concerned you might mark them and just watch to see if they turn after shooting.
AngryRooster
Master
Is this one of PSA's "Premium" BCG's?
Every company has a different definition of "premium". I wouldn't stress about it, but those words a lot of times are whats called "marketing"
AngryRooster
Master
I remember this debacle a few years ago, when BCG's were stupid expensive and difficult to find in stock. It has quite a bit to do with the PSA carrier and how they've changed.
It makes a good read even if the OP's is not a PSA. Shows several things, from the lack of manners and decorum outside of INGO, the attitude of some of the mods, the way PSA handles it's customer base, lots to see.
https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_118/610107_Received_the_PSA_BCG_Pictures_included.html&page=1
Anyway, sorry for the threadjack, thought it may apply and be relevant if it is from PSA.
It makes a good read even if the OP's is not a PSA. Shows several things, from the lack of manners and decorum outside of INGO, the attitude of some of the mods, the way PSA handles it's customer base, lots to see.
https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_118/610107_Received_the_PSA_BCG_Pictures_included.html&page=1
Anyway, sorry for the threadjack, thought it may apply and be relevant if it is from PSA.
Totally agree, give it a wack
Weak but keep an eye on them. Let me guess it's probably a PSA. Put it in a vice and use a center punch to give you a better peace of mind. That's what I did for the 4 I own. I have BCM gas keys on backup in case I ever need them.
I'm with Coserman. That doesn't look to be properly staked to MY preference. If it works for you, it works for you. However, if they claim that is a "premium" stake job, I would disagree. The screws should not be able to turn when staked properly. Those look like they can still turn without any difficulty.
I saw some pics a while ago showing where a key was "staked" by making a slit across the bcg and screw head with a dremel cut off wheel... 
...people are dumb.
I'd screw with it a little with a center punch as mentioned earlier. Thats just how I roll.
...people are dumb. I'd screw with it a little with a center punch as mentioned earlier. Thats just how I roll.
^^This^^
Just a way to drum up the price on a given item. If it bothers you put it in a vice and hit it with a punch, if not just use the thing. Either way Im sure it will do you just fine.
