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Posted: 2/19/2010 9:00:33 PM EDT
| I'm considering switching out mt Midwest carbine length free float rail on my Stag upper with a DD Omega 12" rail. I recently became a believer in the VFG waaay far forward school, and I would like to mount my secondary wep light in front of the VFG. Weight difference between the two is app. 7 oz, and I have a flip-up front sight. Is the weight gain significant, and will it work with the gas block mounted front flip up? Thanks guys... |
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While 7oz is noticeable it's not drastic. The Omega is a great rail and the lightest FF. Considering you want a longer rail, I don't think it's a bad deal.
You won't be able to use a railed gas block with a carbine unless you use the DD 12.0FSP, which can be had for a great price. A front sight made to be mounted on the gas block will be too high to mount on a rail. |
| Thanks! I am currently using a "GGG-1297 GG&G Tactical Modular Bolt On Flip Up Front Sight Gas Block", which makes the flip up an integral part of the FSB gas block. I think it is GTG, will let y'all know the outcome. Grateful that we have a place where questions can be asked and given solid, real world answers! |
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With that type of gas block you definitely need the DD Omega FSP. No standard rail beyond 7", carbine length, will work with that FSB/folding front sight.
Post some pics when you get the new parts installed! |
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