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Posted: 7/20/2007 7:41:25 AM EDT
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I'm looking at doing a new build I was thinking of Vltor MUR and a POF lower OR Sun Devil lower and upper I know the price is about $100-150 more if I go idea #1. What do you guys think? |
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I bought a Sun Devil lower and Vltor upper when those were the only billet products available on the market. I suspect the reason the Sun Devil is $100 cheaper is the fact that they are made with 6061 vs. 7075 alluminum. 6061 is a lot easier to machine than 7075. Why? Because it is "softer"... I have heard it described as, "less chippy" by machinists. Does this affect the reliability of a 6061 lower? IMO, no...strength comes from the anodizing. Hell, most of your railed handguards are 6061, so.... Having said all that, if I was buying it now, I would choose POF...but, I'm funny like that. ETA: Something else to consider.... the Sun Devil upper will only work with a Sun Devil lower. This will limit your options later if you decide to switch things up or sell it. Here's some pics to help you decide...  
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