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Posted: 1/27/2005 4:09:45 PM EDT
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alright, i was dead set on getting a yhm lightweight for my rra 16". then i read a recent thread discussing the overall quality in which yhm compares to other companies. after some thought i decided on a LaRue Tactical forend, because of the machining process in which it's made. i want a true mil-spec piece for the tango down grip i'm putting on it. then i read about the surefire M73 product. and i see the price-which is much better than the LaRue. now-my question. is the surefire product in the ballpark of the LaRue product in terms of quality? i mean i can save eighty to a hundred bucks. that's pretty good when you still have to buy the stuff to put on it (light, grip, etc.). thanks jake 
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Bare in mind the the LaRue is a true free-float system and the Sure-fire is not. Where the LaRue requires some minor gunsmithing knowlege... like how to replace your barrel nut IIRC, The Surefire is a simple install. I would get a FF system, even though they do generally cost more, but thats just me. RASII user myself. Tex78 |
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i have had a surefire m73 and its awesome. no movement and its hasn't budged since i mounted it . i have had the ras II FF system also and its nice i kinda depends on what you intend. i have the surefire on a 16" carbine setup. when i build a precision AR will go FF larue or Knights jmho |
many folks i hear say that FF dont really make a big or even noticible difference in accuracy |
well i could see how it would on a precision rifle but on a 16" barrel? |
| I just got my surefire M73 I haven't mounted it yet but I was satisfied with the machining and finish. I was skeptical since it cost so much less than the others. I wouldn't worry about free float. Unless you are building a match rifle, which it doesn't sound like it. If you are happy with your stock or current accuracy then this system will not improve nor impede you accuracy. I have mounted the tangodown battlegrip on to it, I did not need to pound it with a rubber mallet and there is zero movement. As long as what the others have been saying about its solid mounting is true, I would definately recommend it. |
| I have had the Surefire mounted on a carbine for about 8 months. Its rock solid with no movement. I still wouln't mount optics on anything but a FF rail. But for what I am using it for, a forward grip and a light, its perfect. For the money its the best rail in its class. |
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The most noticeable advantages of a FF rail are as follows. 1: When you add accessories on the railed handguards your rifles point of impact will not change. This means you will not have to re zero when you add a light, laser, sling or vertical grip. 2: Point of impact will not change when you torque down on the vertical grip or pull your sling tight for a supported, standing position. 3: Accuracy will increase how much is debatable. Since I fire unsupported offhand and kneeling most of the time I see no noticeable increase in accuracy. Now a bench rest SPR or High-power rifle can see noticeable benefits from a FF system. Just a few ideals to consider. |
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