PCW5.25 - Stock/Brace

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The PCW 5.25 kit is a compact PDW Style stock/brace which utilizes KAK Industry’s CQC Short Buffer System and any standard AR15 Bolt Carrier Group/AR Pistol Caliber Bolt.

Overview
The DFA PCW (Personal Compact Weapon System) is our parallel-bar compact platform, built as a complement to the DFA SCW (Sub-Compact Weapon). Where the SCW uses offset guide bars to reduce length and produce a unique footprint, the PCW adopts parallel guide bars to provide a conventional PDW stance and feel while maintaining Dead Foot Arms’ standards for strength and reliability.

Why choose the PCW?
Parallel Guide Bar Geometry — Traditional PDW-style alignment for users who prefer familiar ergonomics and multi-platform compatibility including most AR10 firearms.

Compact Collapsible Architecture — Rapidly reduces overall length for storage and CQB maneuverability while preserving structural rigidity when extended.

DFA Build Quality — Precision-machined components, corrosion-resistant finishes, and high-load testing consistent with all DFA systems.

Compatibility & Integration — Designed to pair with all existing DFA kits. 2.5”, 4”, 5.25”, and AR10.

Use Case — Ideal for anyone seeking compact performance in a more conventional PDW configuration.

Spec Callouts:
Collapsed length: 5.25”
Extended length(LOP): 12.3
Button free deployment and 5 length of pull settings
Weight without buffer: 21 oz.
Finish: Type III hardcoat anodize / Salt Bath Nitride

Comparison:
SCW (Sub-Compact Weapon) — Offset guide bars, ultra-minimal footprint, DFA’s original sub-compact geometry.
PCW (Personal Compact Weapon) — Parallel guide bars, conventional PDW ergonomics, multi-platform compatibility.

*NOTE- this product does not require a shortened M16/9mm style BCG, thus no bolt carrier group is sold with this kit.

System includes complete stock/brace assembly, receiver extension, short buffer, and flatwire buffer spring.

Buffer Weights:
Rifle Caliber Carbine – 2.5oz, Rifle Caliber Heavy – 3.3oz.
Pistol Caliber Carbine – 3.7oz, Pistol Caliber Heavy – 4.6oz, Pistol Caliber H2 – 5.5oz.
Compatible with most AR-15s in calibers of: .223, .223Wylde, 5.56, 300 BO, 7.62x39, 6.8 SPC,
6.5 Grendel, .458 SOCOM, 50 Beowulf, 9MM, 45 ACP, and 40 S&W.

The Pistol Caliber Buffers feature an extended design, making them compatible with PCC Bolts while also increasing reliability and preventing over travel, resulting in an extremely smooth and highly efficient function.

The PCW Arm Brace is a fully machined ambidextrous aluminum pistol stabilizing brace that attaches to the forearm via a shock cord strap, providing rigid support even in one handed operation.

Important Notice:
Use of this product must comply with all relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Buyers are solely responsible for ensuring that their intended use is lawful before making a purchase. Modifying or altering the PCW Arm Brace in a manner inconsistent with its original design may trigger National Firearms Act (NFA) oversight and is strongly discouraged.

NFA Compliance Advisory:
The PCW Arm Brace is engineered specifically as a stabilizing aid for pistols and is not intended to function as a shoulder stock. Using it to shoulder-fire a weapon may constitute a violation of NFA regulations. It is your duty to ensure the lawful and appropriate use of the PCW Arm Brace at all times. If you own a brace-equipped pistol and are considering upgrading to an PCW Stock, be aware that this change could subject the firearm to classification as an NFA item. This could result in legal obligations such as registration under NFA guidelines. Users are fully accountable for adhering to all applicable firearms laws and properly registering any resulting NFA-regulated configurations involving Dead Foot Arms products.