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Archived [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Heaviest gauge AK flat?
Posted: 2/12/2016 3:09:36 PM EDT
What is the heaviest gauge an AK flat can be made of?

I have access to steel studs at work. I realize "mystery steel" is tricky and proper hardness is paramount. It is galvanized and I will remove that prior to any major work. I can choose from 18, 14, and 12. I'd like to go overkill. Suggestions?

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I tried using a 1/16" inch thick bent blank once and had all kinds of problems getting parts to fit and work right. I gave up on that project.

Link Posted: 2/24/2016 10:58:03 AM EDT
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Wonder how thick the receiver can get before you start running into problems. The slot in the bold carrier is just so big.

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