05-02-2017, 02:14 PM
I just finished my last upper AR15 build. I was aiming at spending the least amount of money possible and at the same time a low weight.
On my search for a 12" free float barrel handguard, I came across so many of them in the $100 plus side and some as high as $300.
Finally I decided on a $65 one by AeroPrecision, but when I got it I discovered that it had a 2" diameter!!! It was like holding a big salami. Didn't like it but I cannot put the design or the quality of manufacture down as it was designed for being able to house a suppressor inside.
I checked e-bay and found one for $28, (not a misprint) and ordered it. At that price I could risk it and throw it away if it was found to be unsatisfactory.
I received it Saturday. The design is pretty good, with good quality black matte anodizing. A little sharp on the ends but I intended to paint it anyways, so I took the sharpness away with 300 wet sandpaper.
The installation was straightforward (comes with its own barrel nut).
For $28, I love it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201831097759?_tr...EBIDX%3AIT
For the first time I'm using a Chinese made part in one of my builds. I don't feel comfortable about it, but $150 or so difference for a product made here is very significant.
On my search for a 12" free float barrel handguard, I came across so many of them in the $100 plus side and some as high as $300.
Finally I decided on a $65 one by AeroPrecision, but when I got it I discovered that it had a 2" diameter!!! It was like holding a big salami. Didn't like it but I cannot put the design or the quality of manufacture down as it was designed for being able to house a suppressor inside.
I checked e-bay and found one for $28, (not a misprint) and ordered it. At that price I could risk it and throw it away if it was found to be unsatisfactory.
I received it Saturday. The design is pretty good, with good quality black matte anodizing. A little sharp on the ends but I intended to paint it anyways, so I took the sharpness away with 300 wet sandpaper.
The installation was straightforward (comes with its own barrel nut).
For $28, I love it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201831097759?_tr...EBIDX%3AIT
For the first time I'm using a Chinese made part in one of my builds. I don't feel comfortable about it, but $150 or so difference for a product made here is very significant.