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10/14/2013 11:01:07 AM EDT
Tried google and a searched a few forums, but I couldn't find the answer I was looking for. Is the KeyMod system just a standardized method of attaching extra rail sections, or are there accessories that mount directly to KeyMod handguards? Thanks an advance for any useful replies.
10/14/2013 11:30:18 AM EDT
[#1]
The goal appears to be able to attach actual accessories by keymod. I've seen light mounts and flip up sights that are direct keymod attachments. It's still new but gaining steam fast with lots of support.
10/14/2013 12:07:02 PM EDT
[#2]
Both actually. Many rail sections attach to the keymod sections. The end goal is for the aftermarket to develop accessories that will mount directly to the keymod without the intermediary picatinny rail. This will provide for a lower weight and much less bulk.
10/14/2013 12:15:55 PM EDT
[#3]
According to Wikipedia, there's a number of companies offering KeyMod accessories:

KeyMod Accessories currently offered by:

Noveske Rifleworks
CMMG Inc.
Knight's Armament
Impact Weapons Components
Mega Arms
Haley Strategic Partners
Parallax Tactical (Low-Profile Keymod Picatinny Section)
Strike Industries 1913 rail sections, Nylon and Aluminum.
Primary Weapon Systems (PWS) 1913 Rail Sections, Bipod Adapter
Odin Works 1913 Rail Sections, Bipod Adapter

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keymod
10/14/2013 1:10:15 PM EDT
[#4]
So basically both, but with more of the latter in the future.

Thanks for clearing that up guys!
10/14/2013 10:03:49 PM EDT
[#5]
Are there any presently - or rumors for the future - of a direct Keymod mount for a Harris bipod??
10/14/2013 11:02:44 PM EDT
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http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/Primary-Weapon-Systems-KeyMod-Bipod-Adapter-for-Ha-p/pws-5kmhbea1.htm
10/15/2013 11:42:20 AM EDT
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Are there any presently - or rumors for the future - of a direct Keymod mount for a Harris bipod??

http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/Primary-Weapon-Systems-KeyMod-Bipod-Adapter-for-Ha-p/pws-5kmhbea1.htm


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