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AL, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 4:53:21 AM EDT
Does anyone know if it’s possible to remove the steel qd inserts out of a Geissele mk16 rail. I’m looking a grabbing an upper and I really am not a fan of how they look nor do I like placing my sling that far back on the rail. Thanks!
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MN, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 9:56:47 AM EDT
[Last Edit: s4s4u]
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All rails have QD in dumb places. I use an m-lok attachment for slings and put it where I want it.
The hole is permanent, whether there is an insert or not. |
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MT, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 10:16:51 AM EDT
[Last Edit: spyderboy03]
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A while back they made it seem like it could be possible, but it wouldn't be easy or recommended. The couple people that posted about trying weren't successful.
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AL, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 2:13:32 PM EDT
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That is good to know before messing things up! Thanks
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Posted: 10/1/2024 3:09:49 PM EDT
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Hello OP,
The QD inserts are threaded and pressed in place. They would damage the rail is you attempt to remove them. With that being said some users have Cerakoted the steel inserts to make them more "low-viz" |
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Posted: 10/1/2024 3:13:55 PM EDT
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dremil go brrrt
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USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 3:27:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By s4s4u: All rails have QD in dumb places. I use an m-lok attachment for slings and put it where I want it. This |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 5:36:18 PM EDT
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Probably better off looking for an older used model sans QD insert and swap out the newer one to sell on the EE.
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AL, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 7:27:04 PM EDT
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I definitely am not going to attempt a removal of them. It’s either find an old non insert model or do the suggested paint job.
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AL, USA
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Posted: 10/1/2024 7:27:43 PM EDT
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HI, USA
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Posted: 10/2/2024 4:06:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kilpat28: I definitely am not going to attempt a removal of them. It’s either find an old non insert model or do the suggested paint job. spraypaint go pssshhhhh |
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Posted: 10/6/2024 12:22:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By brodband8: dremil go brrrt Your avatar and post 
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