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Posted: 1/20/2013 3:37:04 PM EDT

Well last week I picked up a New colt. Also bought a EOtech 512 for it. The only thing I did'nt care for was the front tower. Soooo I cut it off. I know a lot of people like the co-witness of the irons, But I do not and if I decide to run irons in the future I will put on a rail w/flip up. But I like to look through the window with nothing else there.

Turned out good. Sometime in the future I will get a longer hand guard to cover up block completely.

Posted: 1/20/2013 3:49:43 PM EDT

[#1]

Looks like you got your shirt sleeve in the process.

Posted: 1/20/2013 3:53:18 PM EDT

[#2]

Dude you can afford a Colt but not a new coat?

Looks like you did a good job OP.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:01:59 PM EDT

[#3]

Thanks, and no did'nt get coat caught in grinder or dremel. Just use jacket for garage work.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:05:08 PM EDT

[#4]

Does look like a descent job.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:29:14 PM EDT

[#5]

I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard retail price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:32:25 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard market price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

"Hacking it off" is a much better solution than replacing it with a low profile gas block. His gas block remains pinned, and covers both holes in the barrel. It's also free. Paying to replace an excellent gas block rather than doing some work on it yourself is stupid.

OP, I think you're on the right track with eventually putting a FF tube on there with some BUIS, but I would have done that at the same time as cutting down the FSB. Shooting with irons is always reliable, and fun. Eotechs suck batteries in my experience, so you'll want something you can always depend on.

ETA: "To a Colt."

It's just a rifle, it's not made of magic.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:35:32 PM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard market price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

"Hacking it off" is a much better solution than replacing it with a low profile gas block. His gas block remains pinned, and covers both holes in the barrel. It's also free. Paying to replace an excellent gas block rather than doing some work on it yourself is stupid.

OP, I think you're on the right track with eventually putting a FF tube on there with some BUIS, but I would have done that at the same time as cutting down the FSB. Shooting with irons is always reliable, and fun. Eotechs suck batteries in my experience, so you'll want something you can always depend on.

ETA: "To a Colt."

It's just a rifle, it's not made of magic.

+1

Gas blocks screws can come lose. Taper pins do not.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:45:18 PM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard market price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

"Hacking it off" is a much better solution than replacing it with a low profile gas block. His gas block remains pinned, and covers both holes in the barrel. It's also free. Paying to replace an excellent gas block rather than doing some work on it yourself is stupid.

OP, I think you're on the right track with eventually putting a FF tube on there with some BUIS, but I would have done that at the same time as cutting down the FSB. Shooting with irons is always reliable, and fun. Eotechs suck batteries in my experience, so you'll want something you can always depend on.

ETA: "To a Colt."

It's just a rifle, it's not made of magic.

Considering he just bought it, I doubt it was purchased because it's "just a rifle". Colt holds value because of the prestige associated with its name, regardless of your opinion. Sure economically speaking it was a better choice. However if you're worried about being economical then you could of picked up something more budget friendly that was already missing front sights.

See how much sense that just made?

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:47:22 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:

+1

Gas blocks screws can come lose. Taper pins do not.

Improperly installed set screws can come lose just like anything else improperly installed can. Also since when do all aftermarket gasblocks only mount with set screws? I highly doubt you've ever had loctited/rocksett set screws come out on you.

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:50:18 PM EDT

[#10]

Right, because there's no such thing as a pinned gas block....

Posted: 1/20/2013 4:53:26 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard market price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

"Hacking it off" is a much better solution than replacing it with a low profile gas block. His gas block remains pinned, and covers both holes in the barrel. It's also free. Paying to replace an excellent gas block rather than doing some work on it yourself is stupid.

OP, I think you're on the right track with eventually putting a FF tube on there with some BUIS, but I would have done that at the same time as cutting down the FSB. Shooting with irons is always reliable, and fun. Eotechs suck batteries in my experience, so you'll want something you can always depend on.

ETA: "To a Colt."

It's just a rifle, it's not made of magic.

"Much better"?
How so? Is there any particular reason he couldn't replace the gas block himself? It takes ten minutes and the mechanical inclination of a child to accomplish and he'd still have the original "excellent gas block" sitting pristine in a box in case he ever wants to sell his "colt".
a Colt is a Colt is a Colt

Posted: 1/20/2013 5:34:20 PM EDT

[#12]

I could not do that. Buy a brand new Colt and hack off the front sight? Not only that, you probably paid at least $1500 for it and you can't afford a $45 gas block? I'm shaking my head right now.

Posted: 1/20/2013 5:39:28 PM EDT

[#13]

You did a good job on it but I guess I am old fashioned, I sure like having that front sight tower up there.

Posted: 1/20/2013 5:44:55 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:

Quoted:

+1

Gas blocks screws can come lose. Taper pins do not.

Improperly installed set screws can come lose just like anything else improperly installed can. Also since when do all aftermarket gasblocks only mount with set screws? I highly doubt you've ever had loctited/rocksett set screws come out on you.

Absolutely true. They probably wouldn't.

I own two ARs with low profile gas blocks. Both are mounted with screws. Never had any problems with either, They've been great. And honestly, I don't have any experience with gas blocks mounted any other way.

But for my defensive carbines, I'd take a cut down front sight base over a gas block with loctited set screws any day. I just feel it's more reliable. Not looking for a pissing match here. Just personal preference.

Posted: 1/20/2013 5:53:07 PM EDT

[#15]

different strokes for different folks. not digging the moe handguard. time to FF!

Posted: 1/20/2013 6:40:58 PM EDT

[#16]

At this point a new jacket is not an option.

It's time to cough up the cash for a 12" + free float tube or rail to cover that shit up.

There's a reason why you have irons and an optic, especially when running battery powered stuff...

Posted: 1/20/2013 6:42:27 PM EDT

[#17]

Of all the sites to NOT have buis with....

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:16:18 PM EDT

[#18]

If the gas block gets LOOSE, you will LOSE gas pressure.

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:29:24 PM EDT

[#19]

Ya did good. The Colt is not holy. Do with it what you will.

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:30:50 PM EDT

[#20]

How do you aim when the battery dies?

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:47:42 PM EDT

[#21]

I can see running a rifle without BUIS and an Aimpoint, however, with an Eotech, you'd be hard pressed to get me to run a rifle without BUIS. (and yes, I have quite a bit of experience with both.)

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:55:27 PM EDT

[#22]

Awesome job. Throw a 13" Troy Alpha on there and a set of KAC/Troy/DD BUIS on there and you're good to go.

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:56:29 PM EDT

[#23]

I bet he puts new batteries in it...

Posted: 1/20/2013 7:58:16 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:
I bet he puts new batteries in it...

That sounds like a really great idea unless you're getting shot at.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:04:21 PM EDT

[#25]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I think you should have replaced the FSB with a low profile gas block, rather than to hack it off. I hope you didn't pay over standard market price to turn around and do that to a Colt.

"Hacking it off" is a much better solution than replacing it with a low profile gas block. His gas block remains pinned, and covers both holes in the barrel. It's also free. Paying to replace an excellent gas block rather than doing some work on it yourself is stupid.

OP, I think you're on the right track with eventually putting a FF tube on there with some BUIS, but I would have done that at the same time as cutting down the FSB. Shooting with irons is always reliable, and fun. Eotechs suck batteries in my experience, so you'll want something you can always depend on.

ETA: "To a Colt."

It's just a rifle, it's not made of magic.

"Much better"?
How so? Is there any particular reason he couldn't replace the gas block himself? It takes ten minutes and the mechanical inclination of a child to accomplish and he'd still have the original "excellent gas block" sitting pristine in a box in case he ever wants to sell his "colt".
a Colt is a Colt is a Colt

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:13:38 PM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:

Quoted:

+1

Gas blocks screws can come lose. Taper pins do not.

Improperly installed set screws can come lose just like anything else improperly installed can. Also since when do all aftermarket gasblocks only mount with set screws? I highly doubt you've ever had loctited/rocksett set screws come out on you.

Absolutely true. They probably wouldn't.

I own two ARs with low profile gas blocks. Both are mounted with screws. Never had any problems with either, They've been great. And honestly, I don't have any experience with gas blocks mounted any other way.

But for my defensive carbines, I'd take a cut down front sight base over a gas block with loctited set screws any day. I just feel it's more reliable. Not looking for a pissing match here. Just personal preference.

I have both, one with FSB cut-down (pinned) and the other with set screws.
I always have the feeling that the set screws will fail on me at the worst time … plan to send it out to have it pinned.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:17:11 PM EDT

[#27]

Quoted:

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

I like how you failed to address that the obvious other option was getting an aftermarket gas block that doesn't use set screws. Thanks for your whole pointless misdirected argument.

Since you insist on using this site to internet flex at people and be clever I feel obligated to inform you that you're doing a really bad a job at it.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:21:02 PM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

I like how you failed to address the fact that the obvious other option was getting an aftermarket gas block that doesn't use set screws. Thanks for your whole pointless misdirected argument.

Since you insist on using this site to internet flex at people and be clever I feel obligated to inform you that you're doing a really bad a job at it.

Ok OP, there you have it, the best answer from someone who has more money than brains: Buy a new gas block instead of cutting down the one you have.

Aftermarket gas blocks almost exclusively use set screws or clamps. Yes, you can pin them to the barrel. For additional money.

So after you spend $50 on a new gas block, then $30 to have it pinned...you just cost yourself $80 for no reason other than to preserve your holy Colt. Again, stupid. Internet flex? I can't help it if I'm more clever than you, but I don't know when I "flexed" at you.

Speaking of pointless misdirected arguments, what's the advantage of your method again? Lighter wallet makes you more high-speed?

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:22:07 PM EDT

[#29]

Again, DON'T use a set screw gb.
Again, a Colt is a Colt.

Saying an Ar15 is an Ar15 is obviously just flat out incorrect.

When the panic buying dies down how about I buy five Palmetto rifles and trade them straight up for your Colts.
Hyperbole won't make you correct. Being correct will make you correct.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:23:27 PM EDT

[#30]

Why would you pay someone to pin it??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:26:46 PM EDT

[#31]

Quoted:
Again, DON'T use a set screw gb.
Again, a Colt is a Colt.

Saying an Ar15 is an Ar15 is obviously just flat out incorrect.

When the panic buying dies down how about I buy five Palmetto rifles and trade them straight up for your Colts.
Hyperbole won't make you correct. Being correct will make you correct.

A Colt is just like any other AR-15 of equal quality, except it has a higher resale value and more people fawning over it. Big deal, my rifles aren't for sale.

You're correct that a Colt is a Colt. That goes a long way. Armalite is Armalite, BCM is BCM, CMT is CMT, Daniel Defense is Daniel Defense...that's weird...it works for every brand!

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:27:09 PM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
Why would you pay someone to pin it??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Why would you buy a new gas block when there's one already pinned to your barrel???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:30:50 PM EDT

[#33]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

I like how you failed to address the fact that the obvious other option was getting an aftermarket gas block that doesn't use set screws. Thanks for your whole pointless misdirected argument.

Since you insist on using this site to internet flex at people and be clever I feel obligated to inform you that you're doing a really bad a job at it.

Ok OP, there you have it, the best answer from someone who has more money than brains: Buy a new gas block instead of cutting down the one you have.

Aftermarket gas blocks almost exclusively use set screws or clamps. Yes, you can pin them to the barrel. For additional money.

So after you spend $50 on a new gas block, then $30 to have it pinned...you just cost yourself $80 for no reason other than to preserve your holy Colt. Again, stupid. Internet flex? I can't help it if I'm more clever than you, but I don't know when I "flexed" at you.

Speaking of pointless misdirected arguments, what's the advantage of your method again? Lighter wallet makes you more high-speed?

You're the one who lacked the ability to read critically. I guess that makes you more clever because you made the mistake of assuming? You have an SBR and suppressor and the gas block is the economic threshold for you? Your silly rolling on the floor laughing smiley is pretty indicative of your whole position here. Please remove yourself from this thread because your whole attitude and position is idiotic.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:34:14 PM EDT

[#34]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

I like how you failed to address the fact that the obvious other option was getting an aftermarket gas block that doesn't use set screws. Thanks for your whole pointless misdirected argument.

Since you insist on using this site to internet flex at people and be clever I feel obligated to inform you that you're doing a really bad a job at it.

Ok OP, there you have it, the best answer from someone who has more money than brains: Buy a new gas block instead of cutting down the one you have.

Aftermarket gas blocks almost exclusively use set screws or clamps. Yes, you can pin them to the barrel. For additional money.

So after you spend $50 on a new gas block, then $30 to have it pinned...you just cost yourself $80 for no reason other than to preserve your holy Colt. Again, stupid. Internet flex? I can't help it if I'm more clever than you, but I don't know when I "flexed" at you.

Speaking of pointless misdirected arguments, what's the advantage of your method again? Lighter wallet makes you more high-speed?

You're the one who lacked the ability to read critically. I guess that makes you more clever because you made the mistake of assuming? You have an SBR and suppressor and the gas block is the economic threshold for you? Your silly rolling on the floor laughing smiley is pretty indicative of your whole position here. Please remove yourself from this thread because your whole attitude and position is idiotic.

I think the Colt fanboyism is hilarious. The modification the OP made only matters if he sells his rifle, so saying he did that "to a Colt" is funny.

I can read just fine, but thanks for assuming I can't read critically. Care to point out how you made that assumption? What was it that I assumed again? Oh, right, that a cut-down FSB is the most reliable, economic gas block available. Which it is.

ETA: I have a cut-down FSB on my SBR with my suppressor because it's the best solution; not because it's the cheapest solution. But yes, that is a benefit.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:46:59 PM EDT

[#35]

Quoted:

Quoted:

Did I say he couldn't replace the gas block himself? No, I didn't. I said it's a much better solution. An "excellent gas block" doesn't do you any good if it's sitting in a damn box. What a stupid comment.

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

I like how you failed to address the fact that the obvious other option was getting an aftermarket gas block that doesn't use set screws. Thanks for your whole pointless misdirected argument.

Since you insist on using this site to internet flex at people and be clever I feel obligated to inform you that you're doing a really bad a job at it.

Ok OP, there you have it, the best answer from someone who has more money than brains: Buy a new gas block instead of cutting down the one you have.

Aftermarket gas blocks almost exclusively use set screws or clamps. Yes, you can pin them to the barrel. For additional money.

So after you spend $50 on a new gas block, then $30 to have it pinned...you just cost yourself $80 for no reason other than to preserve your holy Colt. Again, stupid. Internet flex? I can't help it if I'm more clever than you, but I don't know when I "flexed" at you.

Speaking of pointless misdirected arguments, what's the advantage of your method again? Lighter wallet makes you more high-speed?

You're the one who lacked the ability to read critically. I guess that makes you more clever because you made the mistake of assuming? You have an SBR and suppressor and the gas block is the economic threshold for you? Your silly rolling on the floor laughing smiley is pretty indicative of your whole position here. Please remove yourself from this thread because your whole attitude and position is idiotic.

I think the Colt fanboyism is hilarious. The modification the OP made only matters if he sells his rifle, so saying he did that "to a Colt" is funny.

I can read just fine, but thanks for assuming I can't read critically. Care to point out how you made that assumption? What was it that I assumed again? Oh, right, that a cut-down FSB is the most reliable, economic gas block available. Which it is.

ETA: I have a cut-down FSB on my SBR with my suppressor because it's the best solution; not because it's the cheapest solution. But yes, that is a benefit.

We aren't talking about fanboyism. We're talking about logic and fact. It's completely impractical for the OP to expect to recover what he paid new. Colt does have more of a draw than certain AR's and I don't see that changing anytime soon. Are you refuting that it would have been more economical to buy a DPMS oracle, or cut the FSB off one of their rifles? Regardless, what I stated was my opinion, there was no need for you to unnecessarily turn this into a pissing match. Nor did it end in your favor. The OP is entitled to do what he wants, but by posting here we're entitled to voice our reasonable opinions.

You instantly came out making the assumption that someone suggested replacing it with a set screwed gas block. That's your assumption and I guess that too would of required critical reading to find on your own.

Posted: 1/20/2013 8:56:19 PM EDT

[#36]

Quoted:
We aren't talking about fanboyism. We're talking about logic and fact. It's completely impractical for the OP to expect to recover what he paid new. Colt does have more of a draw than certain AR's and I don't see that changing anytime soon. Are you refuting that it would have been more economical to buy a DPMS oracle, or cut the FSB off one of their rifles? Regardless, what I stated was my opinion, there was no need for you to unnecessarily turn this into a pissing match. Nor did it end in your favor. The OP is entitled to do what he wants, but by posting here we're entitled to voice our reasonable opinions.

You instantly came out making the assumption that someone suggested replacing it with a set screwed gas block. That's your assumption and I guess that too would of required critical reading to find on your own.

I don't see his rifle listed in the EE, so I don't think resale value matters. In fact, he said he'd put a rail and flip-ups on his rifle if he plans on future irons. I would certainly pay more for a rifle that has a shaved down FSB + free float rail + flip-up irons than a bone stock almighty Colt. Again, an aftermarket gas block holds no advantage over what the OP did.

Also, if you rewind the tape, you'll see that I didn't bring up set screw gas blocks. I'm also voicing my reasonable opinion, and it's correct. If you're building a rifle from the ground up, go for a low-profile gas block and have it pinned. But if you already have a FSB pinned to your barrel, the most reliable and economical choice is to shave it down.

Posted: 1/20/2013 9:01:02 PM EDT

[#37]

OP, it's your rifle, and you can do whatever the hell you want to it. If you have no plans to sell it, and like the way it turned out, then everybody else can pound sand. For the record, that's a nice looking job on the FSB.

In regards to aftermarket low-profile FSB's- set screws are often A solution to mounting something on a shaft, but rarely are they the RIGHT solution to doing so. No matter how many anecdotes you hear to the contrary.

Posted: 1/20/2013 9:05:18 PM EDT

[#38]

Quoted:

Also, if you rewind the tape, you'll see that I didn't bring up set screw gas blocks.

Nor did I claim that you "suggested it". Once again, please read before you make these false claims. What you did do, as I stated previous is assume that someone claimed set screws > pins. I'm done arguing with you, have your opinion but understand that it isn't universally held.

Quoted:

If you don't understand how two taper pins are a better solution than two set screws, I really can't help you any further.

A rifle is a rifle is a rifle. See how that works?

Posted: 1/20/2013 9:22:29 PM EDT

[#39]

Quoted:

Quoted:
I bet he puts new batteries in it...

That sounds like a really great idea unless you're getting shot at.

Who said anything about being shot at? Not every rifle has to be a war rifle. You guys do understand that not every AR is built to fullfill fantasies, right? Even if he was getting shot at which is most likely never going to happen in his life, who's to say this is his go to firearm for that?

Posted: 1/20/2013 9:32:55 PM EDT

[#40]

Looks good! I might try it on my DPMS one day.

Posted: 1/21/2013 12:14:14 AM EDT

[#41]

Wow... just wow.

Most of my ARs are Colt ARs. I will never get back what I paid for them unless the worst happens and they become unattainable "new" and the standard (not panic) market value rises significantly.

If I re-sell them for some reason down the road, they will be well worn, heavily used, and spray painted.

Should I not have spray painted them either?

Not let them get scratched for fear of what I'd do to the re-sale value?

To be honest, my personal opinion is that the OP should have waited to cut it down until he at least got an extended rail. I see no reason to cut down an FSB when used in conjunction with MOE handguards.

However, it's his rifle. A 6920 is not some sacred item, they are a dime a dozen, nor are parts for them hard to find. We'll put it this way, I have two or three "6920s." I don't own a single 16" barrel (the M231 barrel is 15.7"), think about that for a moment...

~Augee

Posted: 1/21/2013 2:58:12 AM EDT

[#42]

Quoted:

Of all the sites to NOT have buis with....

this
what if a battery goes bag, the sites dies, you SOL unless you have a BU electronic site at the ready.
OP I would have not limited myself like that, but if your happy its gtg.

Posted: 1/21/2013 2:59:04 AM EDT

[#43]

Quoted:

I bet he puts new batteries in it...

sometimes its not just the batteries,

Posted: 1/21/2013 3:04:27 AM EDT

[#44]

this is a tech forum guys.

knock off the bs

Posted: 1/21/2013 3:19:00 AM EDT

[#45]

Quoted:

To be honest, my personal opinion is that the OP should have waited to cut it down until he at least got an extended rail. I see no reason to cut down an FSB when used in conjunction with MOE handguards.

~Augee

Agreed, gotta have a BUIS, however, I would ALWAYS have a cut down PINNED gas block any day over a set screw gas block.
Op's cut down looks good.. now sell that awesome coat and buy that Free float tube, maybe a Troy alpha with built in BUIS?

Posted: 1/21/2013 3:41:43 AM EDT

[#46]

Quoted:
Of all the sites to NOT have buis with....

That's what I was thinking. OP, I hope you have a high capacity assault battery clip
for when that sight goes TU. They tend to do it at the worst times. It does look like you did a good job with the cut down.

Posted: 1/21/2013 4:45:16 AM EDT

[#47]

Looks like you did a nice job rounding it off. Did you paint it?

Posted: 1/21/2013 5:16:40 AM EDT

[#48]

OP, good looking work. I'd put priority to a longer rail/tube and some irons now, though.

Posted: 1/21/2013 5:27:32 AM EDT

[#49]

The only thing I regret about switching to a low profile gas block was that I sold the original and didn't realize that most are rifle specific. So, years later when I wanted to switch back I had a hell of a time installing the replacement. Although, it was a good excuse to buy a drill press.

Posted: 1/21/2013 5:41:18 AM EDT

[#50]

HOLY SHIIIIIIIITTTTTTTTTTTT, Sorry did'nt think that it would be such a big controversy. One I only paid 1300 not great but not bad either.It came with all the FDE on it already. To me it makes no sense buying another gas block when this one works fine. And will be covered up. Second my next thing is to put a FF on it. Have'nt had rifle long enough to know which one I want yet. Third I didnt buy it to resale for 2500. I bought it now cause I WON'T pay 2500 for it in a couple of months. if all this junk passes. I bought it to shoot and enjoy. Just like my AR-10 and my other armalite AR. I would also rather have flip up irons. Thats just my two cents. Thanks Dan ... Oh yea and its only a colt.

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