Originally Posted by
rackham1
Based on what appears to be your knowledge level... yes. And that wasn't meant to be a jab, it was an honest statement. You've got a lot of great info down cold, but certain gaps in your posts make me think you're still a little "new".
For example, you've mentioned several times about cutting down barrels. Not sure why you think this necessary because you can acquire factory barrels in just about any length to meet your reasonable desires. Specific to your question above... buy a 14.5 from BCM and have them pin their A2X flash hider before shipping. Piece of cake. I'm sure you have the knack to "build" (I don't like that term) your own custom AR, but again, you'd be complicating things for no apparent gain.
Am I right to assume this will be your first actual AR? (Shooting your dad's doesn't count) What is the intended purpose? Chances are the SBR w/ perm'd suppressor combo is not your best starting point. I think you're right to steer back to a factory 16" option.
Good luck.