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l3mon
08-13-10, 14:49
So I want to cut down my carry handle so it would be basically a back-up sight but it would free up the front for eventual optics. So should I do it?
markm
08-13-10, 14:53
There was a long thread over on Barfcom about this with lots of pics of what guys did. It's a much better choice than the LMT cast rear sight.

I'd do it.
l3mon
08-13-10, 14:55
The only issue I can see is it not being as secure
l3mon
08-13-10, 15:22
I just chopped sanded and re-painted it so once it dries I'll put it on and take pics if anyone wants to see it
tampam4
08-13-10, 15:25
I've heard the exact opposite, that a chopped carry handle is pretty much the most durable, but that may be wrong.


The only issue I can see is it not being as secure
sapper36
08-13-10, 17:18
I have two with chopped handles, they are very sturdy and give you everything you need.
Failure2Stop
08-13-10, 17:25
If you already have a quality carry handle/sight it is certainly more economical than buying another rear BUIS if you want a fixed BUIS.
markm
08-13-10, 17:38
If you already have a quality carry handle/sight it is certainly more economical than buying another rear BUIS if you want a fixed BUIS.

If you DON'T already have a handle, you can buy a BCM and cut it and get a better sight than the LMT cast version for LESS money.
Quib
08-13-10, 17:50
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4082/4888886447_08c844f6ec_b.jpg
Failure2Stop
08-13-10, 17:59
If you DON'T already have a handle, you can buy a BCM and cut it and get a better sight than the LMT cast version for LESS money.

Ah, true.
l3mon
08-13-10, 18:05
love it already! Well see next weekend at the three gun
Morg308
08-13-10, 20:44
I just bought a used FN carry handle with the intent of doing this also. Going for an early CQB/Mk18 kind of look.
CCK
08-13-10, 20:56
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08-13-10, 20:59
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jaxman7
08-14-10, 01:32
Yeh L3 your upper does look a little bare! ;) See you at the match!
http://i907.photobucket.com/albums/ac279/jaxman7/3gun%2017%20July/3GUN047.jpg
ChicagoTex
08-14-10, 01:58
Didn't realize LMT's sight was cast, thanks for the info.

That said, how much of a difference does it really make in the application of a BUIS. It's not likely to get beat on much (figure the optic itself or the stock is much more likely to take a hit) and when it does, I doubt it'd be enough to break it either way.

Do LMT sights have a track record of breaking?
markm
08-14-10, 10:50
Didn't realize LMT's sight was cast, thanks for the info.

I don't think it used to be. But a year or so back someone posted a pic of the underside of two LMT sights.

One was hollow in the bottom. The thought was that one of them might me a chicom knock off, but LMT confirmed that the hollow unit was legit.

I've never heard of one breaking, but I'm all about over-engineering.
ca_fireman19
08-19-10, 23:05
If you already have the carry handle (and the know how), go for it. I personally don't trust my machining skills and therefore am looking to buy an LMT tactical back up sight. Either way, good luck.
armakraut
08-19-10, 23:11
The LMT sight is way lighter.
Bob Reed
08-20-10, 06:32
Hello,

For the sake of anyone that may not know that there's two different types of carry handles and are thinking about getting themselves an extra handle to cut down, keep in mind that you'll need one that's compatible with your FSB. What I mean is, if your gun has an F Height FSB, then you'll need a Colt or Mil-Spec Handle and if your gun has a standard height FSB, then you'll need a commercial handle.

Here's an old thread that will help you understand why.
https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=17394