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9/28/2009 11:15:27 AM EDT
I would welcome some input on what to use for hangards on my LMT M4. I would like to go with a quadrail setup.

I am leaning toward the Troy Industries 7" setup.

What do you folks think?
9/28/2009 11:18:01 AM EDT
[#1]
Free float or non-free float?
9/28/2009 11:18:58 AM EDT
[#2]
I'd go with the KAC M4 RAS, I just bought a new set off Gunbroker for $130 shipped with rail covers and VFG
9/28/2009 11:26:01 AM EDT
[#3]
Quoted:
I'd go with the KAC M4 RAS, I just bought a new set off Gunbroker for $130 shipped with rail covers and VFG


This^
9/28/2009 11:26:20 AM EDT
[#4]
Oh ya free float.
9/28/2009 11:30:54 AM EDT
[#5]
LaRue is never a bad choice.
9/28/2009 11:38:10 AM EDT
[#7]
For the price range(Troy FF/$230), I like the Daniel Defense Omega.
9/28/2009 11:55:27 AM EDT
[#8]
LaRue 7.0" handguard. Get it...





9/28/2009 12:11:59 PM EDT
[#9]
DD omega. I was going to go with the troy or larue but the Omega is much better IMO.


9/28/2009 1:33:39 PM EDT
[#10]
Not to hijack the thread or anything but what is the difference in free float and non-free float? What are the pros and cons?

Thanks.
9/28/2009 2:05:38 PM EDT
[#11]
Free float are what it says they float free which means that no part of the rail touches the barrel which equals improved accuracy. Drop in just replace the existing hanguards. I like the KAC RAS. I have them on my LMT M4 and they are rock solid.
9/28/2009 2:45:09 PM EDT
[#12]
I'm not going to tell you this recommendation is better than other mentioned but if you like a continuous rail and a mount that is as solid as it gets I think a Daniel Defense Lite Rail is worth a look.
9/28/2009 6:26:34 PM EDT
[#13]
Quoted:
Free float are what it says they float free which means that no part of the rail touches the barrel which equals improved accuracy. Drop in just replace the existing hanguards. I like the KAC RAS. I have them on my LMT M4 and they are rock solid.


I thought that would have some benefit to giving greater accuracy but are there any drawbacks to free floating?
9/28/2009 6:36:08 PM EDT
[#14]
No, not really. If the muzzle end of the free floating handguard is put under extreme pressure there might be some very minimal deflection only measurable in thousandths of an inch, but is should return to normal when the pressure is released. If you stick with Daniel Defense, LaRue or Surefire, you shouldnt ever have any problems.  
It just comes down to how much quality you desire and what your willing to spend. The aforementioned brands are big bucks.  I'm sure others will chime in on their opinions and experiences.
9/28/2009 7:11:48 PM EDT
[#15]
Quoted:
No, not really. If the muzzle end of the free floating handguard is put under extreme pressure there might be some very minimal deflection only measurable in thousandths of an inch, but is should return to normal when the pressure is released. If you stick with Daniel Defense, LaRue or Surefire, you shouldnt ever have any problems.  
It just comes down to how much quality you desire and what your willing to spend. The aforementioned brands are big bucks.  I'm sure others will chime in on their opinions and experiences.


Thanks for the info. I'm thinking about MI free floating hand guards but I'm also considering Daniel Defense or YHM.
9/29/2009 11:09:01 AM EDT
[#16]
Thanks to everyone for their input.

I guess I am now thinking of going with KAC or DD Omega.
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