AR15 shell deflector on a "Heritage" build?

[FredWH]

Would there be any opinions out there with the knowledgeable membership regarding coating the shell deflector's angled surface with a rubberized tool handle dip liquid to minimize scuffing especially "God forbid" using steel jacketed 5.56 or.223 ammo. Thanks ahead for help by the anticipated response of the distinguished membership!

[wildcard600]

i dont see why it wouldnt work. but i guess i fail to see the point honestly.

[markm]

No need. I'd be more concerned with protecting my brass... but even then... who cares? Brass dents fire form out anyway.

[LewP]

I guess I don't associate pristine items with "heritage" or perhaps I just don't understand its meaning in this context.

Brass marks on the deflector are part of the "heritage" of that AR. It's like a kids cuddly toy that's had all the fur rubbed off in a particular spot. It shows it has been "loved".

[The Godevil]

I saw someone use the fuzzy side of stick on Velcro on his shell deflector to protect his match brass from dents before...seemed to work pretty well.

[Averageman]

Sounds like either the rubber or the velcro would work, but why?
The beauty of any tool is the legitimate wear you've put on it from good work.

[markm]

Unless it's a rare or limited run production gun, shoot it. If there's a sentimental attachment, don't shoot it... and build a differnent gun to use and abuse appropriately.

[eodinert]

If it's got a brass deflector, it hasn't got much 'heritage' anyway.

[wildcard600]

Unless it's a rare or limited run production gun, shoot it. If there's a sentimental attachment, don't shoot it... and build a differnent gun to use and abuse appropriately.

agreed.

also some well placed duct tape would be a alternate solution and can be easily removed.