[ARCHIVED THREAD] - 3-lug or threaded

Posted: 5/11/2009 11:27:03 AM EDT

I'm trying to figure out if I should go for a threaded barrel or a 3-lug for my 9mm SMG. I have a SWR Trident 9 with a LCD for my S&W MP9.

Should I go for a 3 lug barrel of threaded...I'm having trouble deciding.....

-Chris

Posted: 5/11/2009 11:34:35 AM EDT

[#1]

Tough choice, three lug is more expensive, but gives you positive lockup. Threaded is cheaper and shorter, but can spin loose leaving the possibility of baffle strikes. I'm going 3 lug, and can't wait for my Trident to come in.

Posted: 5/11/2009 11:37:16 AM EDT

[#2]

Quoted:
Tough choice, three lug is more expensive, but gives you positive lockup. Threaded is cheaper and shorter, but can spin loose leaving the possibility of baffle strikes. I'm going 3 lug, and can't wait for my Trident to come in.

Hadn't thought about it spinning loose - good point. Any other opinions?

Anyone actually sell the 3 lug aside from the manufacturer?

Chris

Posted: 5/11/2009 6:55:17 PM EDT

[#3]

For a SMG, the three lug is the best way to go. IMHO. When doing mag dumps, you don't have time to check if your can is spinning off.

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