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Midwest industries is good for the price.  I've got one on my 14.5 build when they were having a sale a while back

 

or wait for some black friday deals to pop up.  non-free float drop in quad rails are all pretty much the same... just keep the weight in mind

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I would like to replace mine with a quad rail. Any suggestions for a quality moderately priced rail?

Couple of questions:

- You going for looks or function?

- Free float or not?

- What are you planning on attaching to the rails?

- Is this for a new build or an existing complete rifle?

-- If it is going on an existing complete rifle, does it have a pinned muzzle device or are you able to remove the existing gas block/FSB?

 

If you are not going to free float the rail, you are honestly better off with Magpul MOE hand guards. They will do anything you could want with no issues and for a very reasonable price. So, if all you want to add to your carbine is a white light, a vertical grip/handstop, and a sling mount there is no need to add the weight of a full metal rail system for a non free floating system.

 

Now, a free float system is a nice addition - some would argue mandatory - on a rifle for social or gaming purposes. If you are going free float you have some good options - but they are all more expensive than the Magpul MOE.

 

The DD Omega is a nice option for a full rail - easy install option. It's pricey but worth the money in my opinion.

 

The Troy mentioned above is another real nice option for a free float full rail.

 

If this is going on an existing rifle with a pinned brake/Comp and you are handy and feel a little froggy, you can cut/grind down your FSB and that opens a hole slew of new options for lightweight tube style hand guards that use the standard barrel nut. If you can remove the current gas block to swap out the existing barrel nut, your options are endless.

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Thanks guys!

 

HE you ask good questions ...

 

I admit I am going for looks more than function, although I will probably end up adding a hand stop or grip. Already a sling mount on the fixed picatinny rail gas block.  This is for an existing WW SRC NJ compliant model with a welded brake: http://www.windhamweaponry.com/pdf/NewTechSeets/R16M4FTPT-MA-8-12-16%20MSRP.pdf

 

Free float or not?  As a newb I don't know the differences/advantages either way.  I can tell you I'm not interested in doing the work to remove the brake or block, I would just like this to be "drop in".  For it to be a free float would the brake and block have to come off?

 

I am considering this Troy: https://troyind.com/products/drop-7-blk

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You could get a DD Omega 7. It is a drop in free float 7" rail and would suit your needs. But, you are gonna pay for it.

 

I have used one for quite a while until I determined that I wanted a slimmer, longer, and lighter rail.

 

I would go with the Troy MRF CX 12 if I were you.

https://troyind.com/products/mrf-12cx-blk

 

You will find the longer rail extremely useful. Again, if you are gong to do it, do it once, and do it right.

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I like like Troy 12 inch!  Checking to make sure it's compatible with the block and sling mount.

 

I am also liking the Magpul M-LOK hand guard https://www.magpul.com/products/moe-mlok-hand-guard-carbine-length-ar15-m4 plus adding the fore grip: https://www.magpul.com/products/m-lok-afg

 

Decisions ... decisions ...

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You will have to knock that bottom sling mount out. It's easy - just knock out the rivet with an appropriate size punch.

 

It's really a useless piece anyway. A sling mount at 6O'clock is really designed for a carry strap, not a sling.

 

Honestly, with what you are saying, I think you would be better served with the Magpul Option - that's what my HD gun and one work gun have. If you aren't mounting a VIS or IR laser and you don't plan on shooting long distances with the hand guard braced against cover or some kind of support, the Magpul is more than adequate.

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