06-23-2018, 02:29 PM
Normally I would completely agree Klem, but in this case I would submit that as long as it's done correctly, that there should be absolutely no problem with using a reaction rod or similar tool to torque on a MD. The torsional strength of hardened and stainless steel rods is astronomical, and with the relatively low torque requirements to appropriately time a muzzle device would in no way compromise the barrel. Saying otherwise is simply erring on the side of caution. Is it a good practice? Usually. But only because it allows more lateral stability. Is it necessary? Not at all. Assuming that the person installing the MD is competent (anyone that can appropriately use a torque wrench), the 30-65 lbs required to appropriately affix a MD should never compromise a barrel's integrity.
Also, we must assume - were dealing with people here - that the torque levels initiated at the muzzle end do not exceed the torque spec of the barrel extension. To discourage the use of these tools as their design intended is in my opinion overkill. If it were put to the test, I believe the failure point in this system would likely be the threads of the barrel before any other point. I don't think a man could bend a barrel by hand with only the length of a torque wrench as a lever. I'm sure there's someone out there, maybe Ronnie Coleman.
Geissele, BCM, LaRue, and thousands of others all assemble components and build rifles using these tools or ones similar to great success.
For some reason, I just like to argue with you. I don't understand it.
Also, we must assume - were dealing with people here - that the torque levels initiated at the muzzle end do not exceed the torque spec of the barrel extension. To discourage the use of these tools as their design intended is in my opinion overkill. If it were put to the test, I believe the failure point in this system would likely be the threads of the barrel before any other point. I don't think a man could bend a barrel by hand with only the length of a torque wrench as a lever. I'm sure there's someone out there, maybe Ronnie Coleman.
Geissele, BCM, LaRue, and thousands of others all assemble components and build rifles using these tools or ones similar to great success.
For some reason, I just like to argue with you. I don't understand it.
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