[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Threading Muzzle for Flash Suppressor

Posted: 4/7/2008 7:47:48 PM EDT

I have a post-ban Colt Match Comp HBAR upper receiver, complete, with 20" barrel. Would like to install standard A2 flash hider, understanding that this is now legal. Have rec'd estimates of $150 and $50 for the work, wondering what your experience has been. Advice?
Thank you.

Posted: 4/7/2008 7:59:13 PM EDT

[#1]

Paid $100 for the same job on a post-ban HBAR, here in Phoenix. Should be an easy job for smith/machinist with any experience, and could see it taking at least an hour of a smith's time. Had no issues with the work done.

Posted: 4/7/2008 8:01:02 PM EDT

[#2]

Thanks. Do you know if he just used a die, or did he take it apart and do the job on a lathe? If the latter, was there any crown damage?

Posted: 4/7/2008 8:06:34 PM EDT

[#3]

Send it to ADCO. You don't want threading that was done with a tap and die.

Posted: 4/7/2008 8:15:33 PM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
Thanks. Do you know if he just used a die, or did he take it apart and do the job on a lathe? If the latter, was there any crown damage?

The barrel was removed and the thread single-pointed on a lathe. I had him install an A2 birdcage as part of the "job" so I didn't get to inspect the machine work prior to the installation of the FG. No crown damage that I can see looking into the flash hider with a light.

Posted: 4/7/2008 8:16:01 PM EDT

[#5]

Thank you for the advice, I've just sent Steve an email. I appreciate the help!

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Threading Muzzle for Flash Suppressor

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