Haven't built a new AR in a while, so i decided its time, after I sell an upper. I pretty much know how im going to build it, but i need some opinions on a handguard. Im deciding between a Troy VTAC TRX battlerail or the Samson Evolution. Any thoughts/opinions? I was leaning toward the VTAC since it seems to be more popular until i saw the samson. Any help would be much appreciated.

I have had the TRX and it was a very nice rail

I have the knights armament and I like it.  Always had em on our M-4's and A-4's.  They took a beating but never cracked.  The rail covers would ocassionaly fall off but nothing earth shatering.  Chris

I have both and equally great products. Very similar in the weight department (both light)



























































 
 
 
 
 

I had the VTAC version of the Troy and have the Rainier version of the Samson.  Out of the two I prefer the Samson for the simple fact that it uses the stock barrel nut and to me it feels more comfortable in my hands.

IMO, TROY all the way. I have several, and mine came with everything needed to install, including the wrench, barrel nut and 3 rail sections. I prefer the one with slots, but the cheese grater one is nice as well. You will need a lo-pro gas block, and Troy sells a nice one as well. I like the fact that you loosen 2 allen screws, give it a little twist and off it comes. Super easy to install.

One of my Troy V-TACS came without the 3 rail sections. A quick call to Allyson Rainelli at TROY customer service and 6 rail sections came in the mail, N.C. She was sooo nice! Very easy company to deal with.

FWIW&WYPFI. my perception of MASSholes has changed. At least there are some good people behind enemy lines.   YMMV

I like the troys.  I've had nothing but good luck with their rails.