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    Forward assist, yeah or nay?

    I've been wondering for a long time what most felt about the forward assist on the AR. My friend thinks it is a feature that isn't needed, I have nothing against it and see no reason not to have it. I know some think that it is useless for instance S&W makes a cheapo version AR that comes without it. I know the original issue M16 didn't have one either.

    I know most will probably never use it but I find it a comfort, a just in case sort of thing. Sort of like the argument on magazines, just because I don't need 30 rounds(or more) right this second I might need them tomorrow. What do you guys think about the forward assist?
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    They didnt have it on the first m-16s till they needed it.Then they needed it, and iam sure it saved some lives.

    To me, it and dust covers are like seat belts, when you need it, its nice to have it..

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    Pointless vestige.

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    Watch it gents, the F/A argument heats up to full retard mode quick on the internet!


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    Quote Originally Posted by Hmac View Post
    Pointless vestige.
    Equating the forward assist with a vestigial organ? LOL
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    Trust my life rifle = prefer to have a FA.
    Range plinker = fine without it

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    Uneccessary.

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    I don't see why not. Not a huge deal either way.
    I guess the argument could be made that it's useful if you needed to chamber a round somewhat silently. Perhaps for home defense.

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    Re: Forward assist, yeah or nay?

    Quote Originally Posted by Benito View Post
    I don't see why not. Not a huge deal either way.
    I guess the argument could be made that it's useful if you needed to chamber a round somewhat silently. Perhaps for home defense.
    Um, what?

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