Help with choosing a Upper vise block.

[MFWIC2]

I have seen Brownell's upper vise block, Squirrel daddy Pro Aluminum Upper vise block, the Claw by DPMS Upper vise block.

Here is what I was considering.
http://www.squirreldaddy.com/AR-15-M16-Pro-Upper-Receiver-Vise-Block-Combo-p/20-118.htm

Would you leave the BCG in the upper to remove the barrel nut and install a DD nut for a DD 9.5" FSP Lite rail?

Thank you for any help.

[CoryCop25]

I have had the best experience with the PRI upper vice block. It is designed for both AR15 and AR10 uppers.

[Blankwaffe]

I prefer this;

http://www.armalite.com/ItemForm.aspx?item=15901202&ReturnUrl=Categories.aspx?Category=d2335413-439f-4a72-bf05-37886dae666c

[Hmac]

I prefer the DPMS Panther Claw.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/j4enh.r2en5/v/vspfiles/photos/Panther%20Claw%20AR15-2.jpg?1334734642

[MFWIC2]

So will the PRO Aluminuim Upper Vise block by Squirrel Daddy be fine?
I hate to know I bought the wrong type vise block.

[skullworks]

I have seen Brownell's upper vise block, Squirrel daddy Pro Aluminum Upper vise block, the Claw by DPMS Upper vise block.

Here is what I was considering.
http://www.squirreldaddy.com/AR-15-M16-Pro-Upper-Receiver-Vise-Block-Combo-p/20-118.htm

Would you leave the BCG in the upper to remove the barrel nut and install a DD nut for a DD 9.5" FSP Lite rail?

Thank you for any help.

I personally prefer the synthetic clamshell type as it positions the upper in line with the vise jaws. The dpms vise block is nice for a lot of work on the upper but I do not like it for operations where you may need to apply significant torque. As long as it is a milspec upper (with carrying handle or flat top) with no fancy design the clamshell will handle most uppers.

I would NOT leave the BCG in the upper - instead I'd use the special tool that is designed to go with the clamshell.

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[SteadyUp]

I prefer the clamshell style upper blocks. I would be very hesitant to the use the DPMS or Squirrel Daddy block if I was going to trying to loosen a tight barrel nut, or installing one. In fact, there was a member who broke his upper trying to loosen a barrel nut on the style of block the OP purchased.

Long story short, I prefer a clamshell style block.

[MFWIC2]

Thanks for the responses.
I have decided to return the Pro Aluminum Upper & lower vise block and get the Brownell's Clamp Upper vise block.
Rather be safe than be sorry. Plus I want to do the job right and not half ass and risk twisting or breaking something.

[Scoby]

I personally prefer the synthetic clamshell type as it positions the upper in line with the vise jaws. The dpms vise block is nice for a lot of work on the upper but I do not like it for operations where you may need to apply significant torque. As long as it is a milspec upper (with carrying handle or flat top) with no fancy design the clamshell will handle most uppers.

I would NOT leave the BCG in the upper - instead I'd use the special tool that is designed to go with the clamshell.

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My recommendation as well.