Description
If you're piecing together an AR pistol build and want a buffer tube that looks as sharp as it runs, the Strike Industries Carbine Pistol Receiver Extension checks the boxes. It's cut from 7075-T6 aluminum, which is the same aircraft-grade stuff you'll find on hard-use gear, giving it a real strength advantage over the more common 6061 tubes you'll see floating around. The red Type II anodized finish is the eye-catcher here, a clean pop of color that stands out on a black rifle without shouting.
What Sets the CARPRE Slick Apart
Strike built this one for folks who take their AR pistol platform seriously rather than treating it as a range toy. The Slick profile keeps the whole exterior smooth and snag-free, which matters when you're sliding an aftermarket brace over it. That smooth outer surface is designed to accept popular pistol braces and Strike's own Viper Pistol Stabilizer, so you've got flexibility on how you finish the build.
Features That Earn Their Keep
Inside, you get a supported anti-rotation buffer retaining plunger that locks things down and keeps your buffer where it belongs. Out back, there's a QD socket machined right into the tube plus a sling swivel point, so you can run a single-point setup and get that push-pull operation dialed in for tighter shooting positions. It fits onto any standard AR receiver, which keeps the install straightforward.
Fitment Notes Before You Build
This is a carbine-length pistol extension, so it works with carbine-length buffer springs and buffer weights. It's purpose-built for pistol braces and stabilizers rather than adjustable rifle stocks, and it's not intended for AR10 or LR308 platforms. Match it with the right carbine buffer and spring and you've got a solid, good-looking foundation for a compact PDW-style build.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Strike Industries
- Manufacturer Part Number: ARCARPRESLICKRED
- UPC: 708747547962
- Product Type: Buffer Tube / Receiver Extension
- Length: Carbine Length
- Material: 7075-T6 Aluminum
- Finish: Red Type II Anodized
- Profile: Slick (smooth all-around)
- Fitment: Any standard AR receiver
- QD Mounts: Built-in rear QD socket and end plate
- Buffer Retainer: Supported anti-rotation buffer retaining plunger
- Buffer Compatibility: Carbine-length buffer springs and weights
What’s Included
- 1x Slick Carbine Pistol Receiver Extension
Frequently Asked Questions
What buffer and spring do I need with this Strike Industries carbine pistol receiver extension?
This extension is designed for carbine-length buffer springs and carbine buffer weights. It is not compatible with rifle-length springs or buffers, so make sure you're pairing it with carbine-length components. Matching the right buffer setup keeps your build cycling reliably.
Will popular aftermarket braces fit on the Slick version?
Yes. The Slick profile keeps the exterior completely smooth so it accepts many popular aftermarket pistol braces, and it's designed to work with Strike's own Viper Pistol Stabilizer. That smooth surface is the whole point of the Slick design.
Does this receiver extension have QD sling attachment points?
It does. There's a built-in QD socket machined into the rear of the tube plus a sling swivel point, which lets you run a sling for push-pull operation. Both the end plate and rear of the tube offer QD mounting options.
Is the 7075-T6 aluminum really better than a standard 6061 tube?
7075-T6 is a stronger aircraft-grade alloy than the 6061 aluminum used in many budget tubes, so it holds up better under repeated use. For an AR pistol you plan to actually shoot rather than just admire, the tougher material is worth having. Strike built this one specifically for hard-use PDW-style builds.




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