Free float HG options

[telcolineman]

I have a 20" barrel AR10, I am looking to FF the barrel. But don't have a ton of $$ to spend, Any opinions would be greatly appreciated. I am looking at the badger ordinance or the armalite aluminum FF tube, Or any other reasonably priced options. Mostly to be used as a bench gun, I will take a used 1 as well
Thanks Jim

 

[jamesZ71]

Re: Free float HG options

try this sight
thats the one im looking at getting
http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/Midwest-Industries-MI-T12-FLAT-DARK-EARTH-p/mi%20t%2012%20fde.htm

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

Will do Thanks, Checked it out. All they sell is AR15 parts, Most companies say the 10/15 HG won't interchange

 

[jamesZ71]

Re: Free float HG options

ok

 

[ORD]

Re: Free float HG options

Cheap FF Handguard and AR-10 don't really go hand-in-hand.

The best options (in terms of price), are:

1) Armalite - $80 + S&H - You can add accessory rails for around $30 or so if you need to mount anything on the HG and you can't beat the price!

http://www.armalite.com/ItemForm.aspx?it...10-763df7f5229e

2) Midwest Indus., Badger Ord., JP Enterprises all make FF Handguards for the AR-10 for approx. $175 give or take (not a bad price compared to the more expensive units like the Larue, PRI, etc., but still over 2x the cost of the Armalite unit).

The Armalite unit is actually not a bad option. It is sturdy, lightweight, well-made and good enough for the AR-10T rifles which are very capable rifles. I like the Badger in terms of looks, but the flat bottom of the Stabilizer HG is a really nice feature for bench stability depending on the bag/rest/etc. combo you are using. You can also add rails to the Stabilizer HG if you need to add any forward accessories to your rifle for some reason.

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

That is exactly the Arm Hg I was looking at, My gunsmith says they are a PITA to install. Badger flat bottom is a new one on me, Looks great for the bench as you stated. PM'd you with a ?

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Free float HG options

I have the Badger Stabilizer on mine. Works great. Was pretty easy to install (check my site).

I picked it up from a guy on Arfcom for pretty cheap. Check the EE there, I think he still has a couple.

Be warned, it does add some weight, but it's not too bad. The handguard feels good when shooting positions, and my Harris bipod attaches well.

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

What's the EE? I can get 1 from midway for around $170 shipped

 

[ORD]

Re: Free float HG options

<span style="text-decoration: underline">E</span>quipment <span style="text-decoration: underline">E</span>xchange! Here is a link directly to the AR-10 section:

http://www.ar15.com/forums/forum.html?b=7&f=120

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Free float HG options

Here was the thread.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=120&t=728775

although it appears he sold his last one. They were cheaper than midway.

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

Dang it

 

[gtriever]

Re: Free float HG options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Cheap FF Handguard and AR-10 don't really go hand-in-hand.

The best options (in terms of price), are:

1) Armalite - $80 + S&H - You can add accessory rails for around $30 or so if you need to mount anything on the HG and you can't beat the price!

http://www.armalite.com/ItemForm.aspx?it...10-763df7f5229e</div></div>

This was my choice, and not difficult to install if you have the proper tools...

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

Thanks for the info, I am leaning towards the armalite

 

[winxp_man]

Re: Free float HG options

Have you check out any DPMS carbon fiber FF guard ?

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Free float HG options

If you re-read the post he has an AR10. A DPMS guard will not fit the AR10.

 

[telcolineman]

Re: Free float HG options

Yes Armalite AR 10