Is it necessary to use a Reaction Rod when swapping out Rails?
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Is it necessary to use a Reaction Rod when swapping out Rails?
I’ve never seen any point to a reaction rod at all.
I love my reaction rod, like mentioned it is quick and easy. For disassembly of questionable uppers I use a clam shell.
Necessary? No, though they do work as advertised. As do clam shell-type setups.
Reaction Rod, Yes. Giessele's, No.
Easy and simple to use, with a bench vice.
Why spend $100.00 when you can spend $60.00?? Wheeler's Engineering Action Rod works. So unless your a Professional Gunplumber / Armorer save your money.
https://www.amazon.com/Wheeler-Engin.../dp/B07MFR1685
The Midwest Industries MI Upper Receiver Rod is, in my opinion, a MUCH better tool. I had a Geissele Reaction rod, gave it away to a friend after I bought MI rod.
The MI rod holds the receiver and barrel extension in place when tightening the barrel nut. https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com...d-p/mi-urr.htm
The MI version is much better made than the Wheeler. And look at some of the comments about the poor quality of the Wheeler. This is a buy once cry once moment. If you want a good tool that you can use without fear of screwing something up, buy the MI version.