Grey Birch Solutions Foundation Chassis: Unboxing, Assembly, First Impression

NOTE: I don't think I explained it well in the video. At 13:30 I cover installation issues I had while trying to fit a Dlask receiver with a Kidd trigger group into the chassis. The front lugs of the Dlask do not taper down as quickly as other 10/22 receivers. This creates some issues with some stocks and chassis. The BX trigger group has less material in the rear than the Kidd, which allows the Dlask receiver to slip into this chassis..
0:00 Intro
1:10 Unboxing
6:10 Assembly & first look
10:54 Grip installation
12:08 10/22 installation
13:30 Installation issues with Dlask + Kidd
15:44 Chassis set screws and action screw
18:00 Comparison with the Spectre 10/22 chassis
19:47 Forend arca rail
20:45 Final thoughts

[@wilfdarr]

Wow, the folding stock you “purchased” isn't up to their expectation yet so they sent you a fixed stock at no charge in the interim? That's class. Sounds like an awesome company!

[@barneygo2010]

I learned a whole bunch from you in this video. Thanks so much for all that education. As always, you hit the ball out (metaphor warning) of the park with this and other videos. I will ensure my junior shooters ‘like and subscribe’ to your channel. Hopefully we will be out on the ranges once this emergency ‘stay at home’ order subsides. All the Best!!

[@holdencaulfield1983]

Great review, thank you for taking the time! I really, really wanted to like the GB Foundation but I just can't get past the fugly looks. In my eyes anyway. I ended up going with the SBI chassis and just ordered it yesterday. Would be interested in seeing your full review on the SBI chassis as well!

[@trentnichols5075]

First and foremost, AMAZING HANGOUT ROOM! I’m not to keen on the modern looking furniture. I love good woods. But that set up has me rethinking my opinion on the new stuff. Great video btw.

[@BubbaFett3333]

Dlask TUF22 and Kidd single stage needed some stock trimming to fit in the Magpul x22 Hunter in the exact area you mentioned...FYI

[@scourge18a]

Great video as usual. Thank you for the content and overview. I have been looking at picking one up for my Dlask DAR 22 as they look sweet and lightweight. I am also hoping for a longer forend and the folding adapter to be ready before I buy. I have been using the Axiom Stock so I can shorten the LOP for my kids and it was the lightest weight stock at the time. LOP can go from 10" - 14"+. Mine is 5 lbs 0.5 oz with a 12.5" medium profile Dlask barrel and a Leupold 2-7 scope, pic and arca rails. One thing to be aware of is keeping it over 26" to remain NR. I was told a 17.1" barrel for the folding version and ~8.5" barrel for the folding setup. Although it's only 1 screw holding the fixed stock in place, the use of a tool to remove it should keep it NR.

[@Womfat]

The short forend and the way they cut the arca rail are my least favorite thing about the chassis so far (for my shooting disciplines). I'm impressed with the overall design and machining. You make a good point with the barrel length and folding stock, definitely the responsibility of the shooter to stay within the law. I'm interested to see how rigid the folding adapter will be!

[@greybirchsolutions8906]

One feature the folding stock has is the ability to lock out the folder using the main attachment bolt thru both parts of the knuckle instead of just the receiver side of the knuckle.

[@peterburke7549]

SBR Barrel must be 16inch min and 26 overall. The barrel must be 16inch otherwise its a tax stamp SBR.

[@richardlee4438]

So glad I found ur channel. I'm just getting into building a 10/22 . I'm thinking bout getting the Spectre one. I thought it couldn't take a beaver tail grip. Would luv to hear ur thought bout it. Did u make a vid?

[@kevinmichaels1175]

Confirming Dlask Tuff 22 receiver with Timney Trigger runs into the same fitment problem as the Kidd trigger. Appreciate the comment on the front lugs and maybe I will have to grind the receiver down a bit. Has anyone else had any luck with that? It seems like either the rear trigger housing has to be shaved down, or the front lugs on the receiver. Not sure how much material of either I'd ultimately have to remove, and am more nervous about any hidden springs in the back of the trigger. If I install the trigger with no pins, everything fits no problem.

[@bustabeans7917]

I'm looking to build a super light super accurate 10/22. Which stock do you suggest? Which barrel? Receiver? Thanks for the help

[@justinryan1488]

Only thing that would make the stock adjustments better… not having to use a tool And knurled knob would be amazing

[@danlin2659]

I compared GB chassis to Spectre 10/22 Chassis Gen2 before, but I chose the Spectre 10/22 chassis. Spectre have 2 set screws on the receiver which makes it more reliable and rigid. Moreover it can use AR15 grip, tube, casstle nuts and stock which I have quite a few hanging around since the stupid OIC. Hope you can do the side by side comparison in the near future.

[@danlin2659]

Sorry my bad. I haven't finished watching to the end, Acutally you did that at 18:30 lol

[@uchihakuma8848]

hi, not sure if you check this old video often, would you recommend the rail and red dot for a ruger 10/22? Thank you

[@bobclavi]

i have a Volquartsen Summit and im trying to decide over the longer version of this or a Spectre. what would you recommend

[@seananderson995]

Are the grey birch prices online in Canadian or USD? Thanks

[@quentinlong3915]

The whole short forend is the reason I'm holding off getting one of these. I think when they eventually release the longer forend option, these will start flying out the door.

[@Womfat]

They’ve released it, and its awesome! I have a more recent video showing it with a new 10/22 build.

[@andijvie3119]

I think all the heavy barrels need some sort of bedding in the stock, the heavy barrel will serious gives some stress on the aluminum receiver imo

[@user-df3kt6ox1t]

I dig the Grey Birch. The only downer for me is the butt stock needs a tool to adjust.

[@shootingwithtony7418]

Folding stock didn’t come, multi colour anodisation, can’t fit with my Kidd trigger, 50’ lbs tightening, weird screws, can’t slide bipod off arcs rail, typos.... seems like they got 70% the way there but it would be great if they had sorted it fully. It actually looks promising if they fix some things and release it with the longer fore end.

[@Womfat]

You saying you had issues fitting your kidd trigger into it like me as well? I mention in the video I had to swap to a BX trigger group to fit my 10/22.. Very interesting.

[@shootingwithtony7418]

@@Womfat no just commenting on your issues and I have a kidd trigger so it kind of sucks

[@Womfat]

I’m pretty sure it’s the dlask receiver front lugs that are causing the issue, not the trigger group. The BX trigger pack just gives more clearance for the receiver to slide passed.

[@greybirchsolutions8906]

@@shootingwithtony7418 No issues with Kidd, Timney or Ruger triggers with the chassis. The issue is with the geometry of the Dlask receiver which we will be looking into in the future. Factory Ruger receivers are also fully compatible with our chassis. On the anodization, we are going with Hard clear anodize which can have small variations between batches. This was known and intentional. We chose to go this was as we like the way clear hard anodize highlights the grains the metal, similar to a nice piece of wood. As for the ARCA slot, it has also been addressed by some of our sponsored shooters.

[@Womfat]

Thank you for the clarification. I had issues with the Dlask receiver in other stocks before. I do like the finish on the Foundation chassis, the aluminum looks very nice and gives it a unique style. Great to hear you're taking feedback for improvements! Can't wait to run the chassis this weekend.

[@Fartking_69]

Hello! 2 years later what are your thoughts on this chassis if you even have/use it anymore? stumbled on your page and I think you're Canadian which is awesome! subbed

[@Womfat]

Thanks, I still have two of them for a 10/22 and CZ. They’re great for general use or plinking but the entire thing is too flexy for bench or PRS use

[@blueboyblue]

It has been a year, but I was wondering if you could weigh the completed Grey Birch so we can get some sense of just how light it is?

[@derekulrich3830]

2.4kg (multiply by 2.2 to get lbs) unloaded, without sling, as shown: i.imgur.com/Pn1Rrz2.jpg i.imgur.com/JvT3iXj.jpg that's with their receiver mated to their 12.5" barrel, BX trigger

[@MACStrengthPerformance]

What are your thoughts on this vs wiland USA chassis? I'm looking to build out a 10/22 for sasp shooting

[@Womfat]

I've never tried the Wiland chassis, sorry

[@TerrySprey]

Not a fan of this chassis maybe for someone else but not me. Thanks for the video

[@chiquitotrio2709]

Nice set up bro. Could you share me the link where I can buy those set up. I’m from the Philippines.

[@ranchodeluxe1]

Man. That thing looks like 9 miles of bad road. Can't imagine having to hug it on a below zero day.

[@marshallbushell9209]

Specter Ballistics has an option to machine their chassis to fit a Dlask receiver. Definitely some differences in the geometry.

[@Womfat]

That’s good to know, I wasn’t aware of that.

[@marshallbushell9209]

I’d love to see Dlask have another run of MDT’s made to get that rear anchor/tension. I believe that they may be working on a receiver with a rear tang.

[@Womfat]

I’m a big fan of Dlask stuff!

[@wipperwil]

Ever played with the GB Parka? I’m curious if it does anything to make the 22LR less piercing at all.

[@Womfat]

I have two buddies who have the Parka. Don't really notice a difference in sound signature.

[@blueboyblue]

As to the fore-end It would be nice if they came out with a 2 slot, 3 slot, and 4 slot. It seems that would cover just about every possibility.

[@derekulrich3830]

they have a 4 slot available for purchase

[@JM10344]

Uff I just bought a .22 I looked up chase never saw that.

[@lawrencehawk5179]

Can you do one on the Bell & Carlson Odyssey 10/22 stock? & what you think of the Volquartsen reciever for the 10/22?

[@Womfat]

Sorry, I don't have a Bell & Carlson available to try. I've never personally used a Volquartsen receiver, but I know some shooters who seem to really like their Volquartsen builds.

[@lawrencehawk5179]

@@Womfat think it's a good investment for my 22lr? The Volquartsen reciever? It cost three times as much as my regular 22lr. Still never see any reviews for it, thought you might have had one by now.

[@markthibault8579]

Interesting. Something is out of spec if a Dlask reciever and Kidd trigger combo won't fit properly in that chassis. I wonder if Grey Birch Solutions' receiver and that Kidd trigger would fit in their chassis.

[@Womfat]

Other shooters have confirmed their dlask receivers fit different. Apparently spectre ballistics even has a different inlet for the dlask receiver. The front receiver lip doesn't taper down as quickly which makes it harder to fit into some inlets I believe.

[@markthibault8579]

@@Womfat I had no trouble putting my Dlask into a Magpul X-22 stock. I've been looking at the various chassis options and I'm interested in how they fit. I like the Oryx offering and would be interested to know how the Dlask fits into it.

[@robbusby9874]

Kidd 2 stage and Grey Birch receiver fit perfectly in the Foundation

[@randulff]

Good day sir... Just wanted to ask your opinion... Looking into buying a precision .22lr. I have the greybirch in mind for a long time however the price is really steep. However my 2nd option is the savage a22 with the mdt chassis.. Its about half the price.. Is it a day and night thing between those two? Just wanted to know your insights about the savage a22 if it is even worth it? Or just save and get the greybirch. Thank you... Your inputs will be much appreciated.

[@Womfat]

The A22’s I’ve shot have been pretty good, the only thing that lets it down is the trigger. If i’m not mistaken the GB rifles come with a Kidd trigger which are amazing. Unless you’re looking for a lightweight build specifically, the Foundation stock is not the best option for PRS style matches, the MDT would be better. you could always get the GB barreled action and drop it into another chassis or stock though .

[@randulff]

@@Womfat thank you so much for the insights... For recreational shooting... I kinda like the savage since it takes a buttler creek mag where as the GB only takes a compatible 10/22 which here in canada means 10 rnds only. The GB looks really cool though but a bit pricy for a beginner... Considering i will still have to get a good glass.

[@randulff]

@@Womfat PRS is where i am leaning towards to.... So i guess will defnitely consider the savage a22s. When it comes to optics... What would you recommend? What power will be the best? And is a 50mm obj the way to go?

[@Womfat]

Optics is a tricky subject as there are tons of options. I have a “how to choose scopes for nrl22” video that may help. I’d suggest getting something you can grow into as your skill develops.

[@khoadao93]

I would like to know the overall length of the chassis with a 16" barrel when the stock is folded. I'm in California, the rifle has to be 26" or longer when folded to be legal. Thanks

[@Womfat]

I don't know the exact length, but it is definitely shorter than 26" with the stock folded and a 16" barrel

[@PaskKingFisher001]

Could you provide the weight of your current setup. For youth shooters, stock size and weight is often an issue. This seems like a good option.

[@Womfat]

The entire rifle weight as seen in the video is about 5.8lbs. With a carbon barrel and light weight scope, it could be a great set up for a youth shooter, as long as the LOP is short enough. Minimum LOP with the buttstock collapsed is 13"

[@sergiimartsynkevych2414]

@@Womfat What is the weight of the chassis itself with stock and forend?

[@powpowpowlo4080]

UNBOX VID-E-OOOOOOOO

[@93157]

Is there a typo on your mat or am I reading Armalite wrong?

[@Womfat]

Hilarious, it’s a typo, good catch! I’ve never actually looked closely at the mat, I just use it when I want a soft surface haha

[@larryfoster2227]

Is that 12" barrel 10-22 a tax stamp SBR?

[@Womfat]

I'm not in the states

[@RobbieVanGone]

I wonder if this will work with a bull barrel?

[@Womfat]

yes, it has plenty of clearance

[@RobbieVanGone]

@@Womfat Thank you. I will be ordering one.

[@upStomp]

Do any of these higher-end rifles not look like paintball guns? 🤣🤣🤣

[@blueboyblue]

Looks like your wish came true - Grey Birch LaChassis LDX - gbmfg.co/foundation-1/ Here is the chassis you have - gbmfg.co/foundation-2/