So, free-floating the barrel improves accuracy supposedly. OK I'll go with that, that's what I want but:
How much accuracy is gained?
I have also heard that free float tubes allow the barrel to heat up too much. A hot barrel is supposedly less accurate.
Does the free float cancel itself out because of this during rapid fire?
of course I'm not talking about those super transformer, free-float, ultra vented doohickey hangers that I will never be able to afford.
also:
Are free float tubes any less durable? would they bend because they are only attached in the rear like,if it were used to club a zombie after the ammo was gone?
Is there a solution to my question under $150?
Just trying to make a 16" as accurate, simple, and functional as possible without going broke.
Thanks for helping someone new to ARs.