lightweight, slim handrail suggestions

[PA_Allen]

Another vote for the MI Gen II. I would buy another in a heartbeat.





Best,
PA

[BjornF16]

What is the length of your rail and your barrel, BjornF16?
I'm thinking my build will end up with a similar color scheme.

14.5" barrel with 10" h/g

[BjornF16]

I would have ordered the MI SSK Key Mod, because it has integral QD sockets for your sling swivels.

+1...if that had been offered when I bought my Gen 2, I would have gone with SSK Key Mod in 10.5"

[customcutter]

Another one that doesn't have the gas tube slots to align. The Diamondhead can be tightened with a normal box end wrench or large adjustable wrench. I think the Diamondhead most folks are using a crowsfoot in a torque wrench. The Centurion looks like it requires a special spanner. How did you torque it to "specs".

[jfornelli]

That Centurion looks nice but it's $300. A bit higher than I'm looking to spend and definitely not one my wife would hear about.

[Drifter]

The Centurion looks like it requires a special spanner. How did you torque it to "specs".

Installation instructions: http://www.weaponevolution.com/forum...l-Installation

FWIW, trying to achieve an exact torque spec on the barrel nut is overrated IMO. But perhaps that's discussion for another thread...

That Centurion looks nice but it's $300. A bit higher than I'm looking to spend and definitely not one my wife would hear about.

I missed any mention of a price ceiling. Otherwise, I wouldn't have suggested the CMR.

[jfornelli]

Looks like I misunderstood what the keymod system is all about.
It seems it is a way of attaching accessories via specially shaped slots in the rail itself, so helps reduce weight.

I had thought it was how it connects to the upper receiver. I had only looked at the Mega Maten keymod (http://megaarms.com/maten/upper-rece...-maten-keymod/) which does use a proprietary connection.

So, if it's just referring to the attachment slots, then that Midwest Industries SSK-Key Mod would be cool, as would this one at Parallax Tactical (though it's a few oz heavier): http://parallaxtactical.com/collecti...5#!prettyPhoto

[jfornelli]

You're right, Drifter; I didn't put a ceiling on price. And, I'm not opposed to spending a little extra if the CMR is the one I REALLY WANT.
I appreciate you providing that link, most definitely, because it was also added to my (ever growing) short list.

[Drifter]

If keymod is your preference, the Noveske NSR is a quality piece. Price is ~$250. (I have both the CMR and NSR, and prefer the CMR for its "feel".)

[jfornelli]

Where can you get the CMR online?
I don't currently have a preference on the keymod, but I'll take a look at the Noveske NSR as well, thanks.

[explorecaves]

No one suggested CF hand guards? http://nordiccomp.com/retail/shop/ap...er-handguards/

[Drifter]

Where can you get the CMR online?

Both the 12 and 14 CMR's are in stock here:

http://www.rogtac.com/

(No affiliation.)

If price is a deciding factor, note that some handguards might include accessory rails while others do not. Also consider if built-in sling attachments will save you from buying add-on versions.

[jfornelli]

explorecaves, any idea what the diameter of that hand guard is? I don't see any mention on the site.

[jfornelli]

Good point, Drifter. Thanks for the link.
Why have I never heard of ROG Tactical before?

[explorecaves]

explorecaves, any idea what the diameter of that hand guard is? I don't see any mention on the site.

http://www.apcustomusa.com/handguard.php

The inside diameter of our handguards is 1.875-inches