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Posted: 5/24/2012 6:14:19 AM EDT

I'm thinking I'll put a flattop upper on my cavarms lower/1:12 pencil barrel gun and go to a scope. I was thinking just skip the forward assist parts and leave it open. I can't think of any reason this wouldn't work safely –– am I missing something??

Posted: 5/24/2012 6:48:39 AM EDT

[#1]

Forward assist was added to help with failure to seat issues on military stuff. with quality ammo, and proper cleaning it is a non-issue for most people. I have a friend that has a used and abused smoothy, never had a problem. if it isn't a SHTF stick should be just fine. Just my $.02

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Posted: 5/24/2012 7:19:02 AM EDT

[#2]

If you don't already have an upper, you could always get an upper without the FA.

This one is from Rainier Arms

Posted: 5/24/2012 9:04:17 AM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
If you don't already have an upper, you could always get an upper without the FA.

This one is from Rainier Arms
http://www.rainierarms.com//img/shop/product/feebe8066fce32ed471ba3f522359b7c.jpg

nice but kinda steep. probably get a cheaper one and leave the FA hole open or put a dummy plunger on it.

Posted: 5/24/2012 9:45:38 AM EDT

[#4]

I don't think it would be a problem but...I would fill that hole with something just to keep junk out
of the upper. Don't want something jamming down in there when you least expect it.

Posted: 5/24/2012 10:25:19 AM EDT

[#5]

The forward assist allows one to chamber a round without slamming the BCG closed.
Very useful when chambering a round at home or when trying to be quiet about it.

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