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Posted: 6/26/2014 9:52:21 PM EDT

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I am only used to normal handguards. How hot will it get for hands (C-grip) at the top with heat radiating from the barrel that goes vertical? I would believe more heat is radiated vertically than in all directions, because air will be expanding and causing small currents to keep heat moving vertically. What kind of firing would be needed to make it uncomfortable for bare hands? I don't know how much extra heat goes to the top, but a normal handguard would absorb some of that, and transmit it through the rest of the handguard. This version of course, has much less metal on the top. Would heat really only be a concern for where the gas block in placed?

And how soon for distributors to get the 15 inch versions? I prefer to order through local gun shop, and they work through MI distributors.

Posted: 6/29/2014 9:28:39 AM EDT

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Hey MI people. I got a Gen 2 SS rail to put on a beater gun. I sent it to a friend of mine to put together. He works in this industry so I can't say any more about him.. But he was really impressed that handguard. Right on spec and he mentions a couple big names that are not. Engineering was great and so was price. In contrast, there is a big name keymod hand guard that he recently messed with and called a POS (not one mentioned in this thread).... So anyway I expect this new one is going to be a real winner.

Posted: 6/30/2014 1:28:17 AM EDT

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How soon on a 15"?

Posted: 6/30/2014 1:20:22 PM EDT

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Wondering about the 15" as well. Also curious if there are plans to bring this design to the .308 frame?

Thanks, awesome rail yet again!

Posted: 6/30/2014 1:53:25 PM EDT

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We are running both versions of the M-LOK 15 inch. These will be 3-4 weeks out by the time we get them through the whole process.
they will be worth the wait

TROY
MI

Posted: 6/30/2014 9:43:37 PM EDT

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How much does the extra 3" weigh?

Posted: 7/1/2014 6:01:44 PM EDT

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What's the weight on the 15" M-Lock as opposed to the KEymod?

Posted: 7/3/2014 1:14:57 AM EDT

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Is the 12 inch a true 12, or more like 12.5?

Posted: 7/3/2014 9:14:02 AM EDT

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12.6
thanks
TROY
MI

Posted: 7/3/2014 9:18:13 AM EDT

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Just sold a Troy due to loose fit.
I need one of these for my S&W M&P 10.
Any idea when these will be available?

Posted: 7/3/2014 11:18:23 AM EDT

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So will it not fit behind a standard front sight on a rifle?

Posted: 7/3/2014 12:35:51 PM EDT

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yes

Posted: 7/3/2014 1:51:00 PM EDT

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What's the weight difference between the 15" MLock and the 15" Keymod?

Posted: 7/3/2014 2:15:50 PM EDT

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In a 12 inch version is virtually equal. The weights on all the models are extremely close between Key Mod and M LOK
Thanks
TROY
MI

Posted: 7/3/2014 6:05:59 PM EDT

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As in it Won't or Will fit behind a std FSB?

Posted: 7/3/2014 10:25:51 PM EDT

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So this block won't fit? Here

Posted: 7/3/2014 11:13:56 PM EDT

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So this block won't fit? Here

SLR's handguards have the same ID, so I'm sure it'll work.

Posted: 7/7/2014 8:32:30 PM EDT

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So will this work behind my PRI front sight gas block combo on my 20" or not? Its at rifle length gas and there is no hand guard cap. I want to buy one of these but need to know. 12.6" sounds a little long.

Posted: 7/7/2014 9:32:38 PM EDT

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Rifle length models will fit a rifle length gas system behind the front sight base.
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/8/2014 12:37:51 AM EDT

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Great. Thanks

Posted: 7/8/2014 8:02:29 AM EDT

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I would really like to see one in 9.5"/10" to go over my 10.5" barrel. It would pair up real nice with my MI-PBT too.

Posted: 7/8/2014 12:04:34 PM EDT

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Pics of a 12 inch with 12.5 barrel with muzzle device?

Posted: 7/8/2014 2:17:59 PM EDT

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No 12.5" barrels around to mock this up with, but i am sure someone will put one together on this forum for you to see.

Posted: 7/10/2014 7:39:46 PM EDT

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ETA on the 15"? Last piece I need to finish my build!

Posted: 7/10/2014 8:56:02 PM EDT

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Wow, these look great! I'm also a little concerned with the possible heat issues. There is so much ventilation and the handguard has a lot of surface area due to all the slots so it will probably dissipate heat quickly. Still wondering though if MI will come out with some nice low profile heat guards that will lock straight into the Mlok without having to get a rail and then attach heat guards. The ones they have now look nice, but I'm talking about smaller ones that pretty much just cover the rail aluminum and have form fitted lips that will wrap around the aluminum a bit bit still leave it open where the gaps are at the 45 degree angles. I'm also highly interested in the 15in version.

Posted: 7/14/2014 3:34:51 PM EDT

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MI:

Any thoughts as to when I might be able to find complete uppers from any vendor using your M-Lok handguards?

Posted: 7/17/2014 8:44:44 PM EDT

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OK - I guess that is a "no comment" about any vendors selling a complete MI M-lok upper.

Let me try this question - If I buy a complete upper with a SS12G2 or SSk12, can I swap it for an M-lok hand guard with a minimum amount of fuss? Does it use the same barrel nut?

Posted: 7/17/2014 9:18:10 PM EDT

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We sell uppers with M-LOK hand guards as a option. Yes the g2 SS and the MLOK units use the same barrel nut.
Troy
MI

Posted: 7/17/2014 9:23:30 PM EDT

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Link please? I did not see them on your website.

Posted: 7/18/2014 7:05:36 AM EDT

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That's one of the features I like about the Key Mod, M-Lok, and the Gen ll. All use the same barrel nut. Swap them as you want.
Also great if you are using a thread on suppressor, like my TAC65. Loosen two bolts, remove the hand guard and muzzle device, install suppressor, and slide the hand guard back on.

Dave N