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    Handguard Recommendation Question

    Hey guys,

    My dad is looking to replace the default handguards that he got with his PSA 16 inch upper a few months ago. He doesn't want to spend more than $160. This upper did come with a front sight post. He currently runs a budget Bushnell Dot on it. I think he has it co-witnessed or at least would like to do so. Basically he needs a handguard set that preferably incorporates the existing front sight post. However, if a good deal or product is out there, he's not opposed to removing the front sight post as he already has a Magpul FBUS. I don't think he really cares about Key Mod vs MLock vs Standard (since from my understanding everything is going to be backwards compatible and I don't see him running a huge lights and laser side setup), so it doesn't have to be a deciding factor, I just figure standard or Keymod will be best.

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    $160 will be hard to find new. Even the Midwest Ind. models suggest for $200 retail. The used market would be a good place to start.

    I assume you're looking to get away from the generic, useless except as a handguard style hand guard. If he just wants a different guard for feel preference, try the Magpul handguards.

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    In the $200 range, my blanket answer for anyone wanting keymod would be Midwest Industries SSK series, as it seems to be the most bang for the buck. I don't own one, but I've handled rifles with them and like the size/weight/feel.

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    I should have used a better title. He specifically wants a rail vs a new (ie magpul) handguard.

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    ALG EMR

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    Quote Originally Posted by boooomer96 View Post
    ALG EMR
    Best bang for the buck, and Geissele mass production type quality to boot.

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    Quote Originally Posted by boooomer96 View Post
    ALG EMR
    +1 Nice setup and in your price range. (You might be able to shave the FSB or better yet, spend another $30 on a low profile gas block.)

    http://algdefense.com/ergonomic-modu...-v2-m-lok.html

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    Gentlemen thank you very much for your suggestions. I'll be very happy to report back to my dad with these choices. I was also suggested Strike Industries one with a FSP gap and also MI products in a few places). I truthfully think he'll like the option that only requires a gas block switch or incorporates it as opposed to a shave which I'm not sure if he'd feel comfortable doing or just wouldn't want to risk a fubar.

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    The ALG EMR is a great handguard.

    I have a 12" FSP and a 9" Midwest Industries two-piece free float rail, and I really like them for the money. They use the factory barrel nut, and in my shooting have held rock solid. If he wants to free float, that's a great option. I got the 12" on sale at Midway, with Midway money and a holiday coupon, for about $75 out of pocket. Got the 9" on eBay for $111 shipped. For your dad's rifle, BCM has the 9" for $165 right now.

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    Magpul Moe would be my choice now. I have realized that I don't really need a rail. I use an Elzetta 1500 light mount and only use the bottom rail for an AFG 2 , so there isn't really a need for a rail. I also prefer a FSB vs a low pro gas block. But that is what I love about the AR PLATFORM, you can deck it out just the way you like. A have gotten all of rails on the EE for under $100, TROY, MI, and KAC just to name a few.
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