Common Questions Regarding Pistol Uppers

Anytime the topic of our Mamba or Scorpion LLV pistol uppers comes up, some common questions arise.

These questions and more are addressed below.

Why does the upper have to ship to a FFL? Our LLV uppers are designed to fit the Ruger® MKII, MKIII, and MK IV™ lower frames. The Ruger® frame, unlike most other pistols, does not feature the serial number. The serial number is located on the upper. For this reason, both the Scorpion and Mamba uppers must ship to a licensed (FFL) dealer.

What else do I need to complete my build besides the upper? You will need a lower frame, a bolt, and magazines. The Ruger® factory bolt and our Competition Bolt are compatible with our uppers.

Which upper will fit my frame? The Scorpion LLV uppers will fit MKII and MKIII frames (including the original 22/45 and MKIII 22/45). The Scorpion upper will also fit our VF Target Frame (both the Target and 1911-style). The Mamba LLV uppers will fit any Ruger® MK IVRuger™ or MK IV 22/45Ruger™ frame.

Can I install a suppressor? Yes. Most of our uppers feature 1/2 x 28 muzzle threads. If your upper includes a compensator, you will also receive a wrench to remove the existing compensator, leaving you with 1/2 x 28 threads. If your local regulations do not allow threaded barrels, we also offer non-threaded options.

Do I have to change anything else if I decide to purchase a different length upper? No. If you stay with the same style upper as you currently have, you can install a 3", 4.5", or 6" upper. Nothing else would need altering.

What material is the upper manufactured from? The shroud is Type-III hard-anodized aluminum. The barrel itself is a stainless steel barrel. The stainless steel breech has also been laser-hardened for increased longevity.

Our competition uppers are identical to what is used on our complete Black Mamba and Scorpion pistols. They are lightweight and balanced providing unmatched accuracy from a pistol.

Contact us if you have any additional questions. We're happy to help.