[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Gas Block Rail

Posted: 8/22/2006 1:37:52 PM EDT

Maybe a dumb question, but will ask it anyway!

Have my first AR & want to use a tactical sling from the top. If I install a rail sling swivel on the rail riding over the gas block, will this present possible damage to the block during carry due to the weight?

Posted: 8/22/2006 3:42:25 PM EDT

[#1]

I think there are better places for a sling

If the gas block goes on the barrel via set screws, and they're not locked down with blue loctite, I guess I can see the gas block rotate and the gas holes misaligned. I'd attach the sling to the handguard if possible.

Posted: 8/22/2006 3:50:47 PM EDT

[#2]

Gas block rails are a tourist trap. If you want to mount something, get a railed forend.

Posted: 8/23/2006 3:19:26 PM EDT

[#3]

RRA customer service today indicated application I'm questioning would be fine. Since tube is set-screwed in 3 places, there would be no chance of it coming loose.

Was this then not true & someone else has found it just plain can't work?

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