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Posted: 11/7/2016 1:34:32 PM EDT
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I am looking for a new handguard and had a friend recommend the Aero Precision Quantum series. THey look nice and he really likes his. Here is the problem, they list lengths of 12" and 15". I have a rifle length gas system on this build with an Odin Works adjustable gas block. I measured my current handguard and it is about 12.5". So if I can't get the 15" version because it will cover my adjustable block. I am concerned that the 12' version will leave a gap of half inch or so between the front end of the handguard and the back side of the gas block. I have emailed Aero Precision twice and they don't seem to understand my question. I am hoping that some of you might have some appropriate information for me.
Thanks Budget is an issue for this build so I am not looking to spend $150-$200 for a new handguard. |
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I just want the front end of the handguard to run right up to the back of the gas block without leaving any of the gas tube showing. I can't cover the gas block because I need access to the adjustments. What I would really like to get is the Midwest Industries 3GM free float Gen 3 handguard. The listed length for it is 12.625" so it is a little over half an inch longer than the Aero Precision which makes me believe the Aero Precision would leave a holf inch of gas tube showing. But I am not paying $180 for the Midwest Industries handguard.
I have never been a fan of the quad rail handguards, too bulky for me. |
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Adjustment screw on that block faces the muzzle, yes? Any reason that you can't get a long allen key to make the adjustments? In that case, you can run a 15 just fine. Just another option for you. Nick I have an Odin under a 15" handguard, easy to adjust from the end. A 12" just leaves the front 1/3 uncovered. |
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I am looking for a new handguard and had a friend recommend the Aero Precision Quantum series. THey look nice and he really likes his. Here is the problem, they list lengths of 12" and 15". I have a rifle length gas system on this build with an Odin Works adjustable gas block. I measured my current handguard and it is about 12.5". So if I can't get the 15" version because it will cover my adjustable block. I am concerned that the 12' version will leave a gap of half inch or so between the front end of the handguard and the back side of the gas block. I have emailed Aero Precision twice and they don't seem to understand my question. I am hoping that some of you might have some appropriate information for me. Thanks Budget is an issue for this build so I am not looking to spend $150-$200 for a new handguard. 12" is actually 12.75", or rifle length. It will come up flush to your gas block. |
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