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11/25/2014 9:39:29 PM EDT
Putting together a bit of a long distance shooter.

I just ordered my barrel. Odin Works, DMR barrel, 18" in 223 Wylde chamber, with a rifle length gas system. I have a Rock River Arms 2-stage trigger.

About the only thing I don't have sorted out is the hand guard. Would be nice to take some weight off with carbon fiber like this: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/489461/ap-customs-free-float-tube-handguard-ar-15-extended-15-rifle-length-carbon-fiber-black

Would love to hear opinions. I'm a little cautious because of the way it mounts.

Was also thinking about this: http://www.wcarmory.com/troy-alpha-rail-15-vtac-no-sight-blk.htm

But the mounting looks similar.

I've never installed a hand guard so I'm a bit of a noob.
11/25/2014 10:02:33 PM EDT
[#1]
Go with a Odin Rail love mine
11/25/2014 10:03:12 PM EDT
[#2]

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Putting together a bit of a long distance shooter.



I just ordered my barrel. Odin Works, DMR barrel, 18" in 223 Wylde chamber, with a rifle length gas system. I have a Rock River Arms 2-stage trigger.



About the only thing I don't have sorted out is the hand guard. Would be nice to take some weight off with carbon fiber like this: http://www.midwayusa.com/product/489461/ap-customs-free-float-tube-handguard-ar-15-extended-15-rifle-length-carbon-fiber-black



Would love to hear opinions. I'm a little cautious because of the way it mounts.



Was also thinking about this: http://www.wcarmory.com/troy-alpha-rail-15-vtac-no-sight-blk.htm



But the mounting looks similar.



I've never installed a hand guard so I'm a bit of a noob.
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IMO, the handguard is always the toughest decision.  Going for lighter weight with an 18" barrel is a good idea.  I can't help you with your choice, but I'd certainly consider a Seekins SAR, and for value, look at the ALG Defense rails.  I like some of the Midwest Industries rails too.


Good luck with your choice.



 

11/25/2014 10:11:23 PM EDT
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Topic Moved
11/25/2014 10:21:31 PM EDT
[#4]
I meant to post this in the Build it Yourself section. But this will work.

As far as Odin Works, this? https://www.odinworks.com/ODIN_Works_Sport_Forends_p/f-15.htm

Does it attach to a standard barrel nut?

Thanks for the other suggestions too. I'll look into them.

Edit:

Yeah, Seekins is out of the budget.

But I do like the ALG: http://algdefense.com/15-ergonomic-modular-rail-black.html

Smooth look. Light, and wouldn't have rail all across the top. I could get one small section for the top for my front flip up sight and one small section for the bottom if I get a bipod. ...and out of stock. But I'm in no rush.
11/26/2014 4:39:25 PM EDT
[#5]
Went after the 13" version from Primary Arms. Guess I couldn't wait after all.
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