
Originally Posted by
StainlessSlide
I am building a 14.5 pinned and welded carbine with an A2 fsb. I'm wondering if I can put a KMR barrel nut (but not the actual handguard) on the barrel before sending it to be welded, then push the KMR-A onto the barrel from the rear to install it, that is, slide the KMR's whole length over the barrel nut from the rear. Of course I can't install it from the front due to the FSB.
My favorite handguard Cerakoter is down for a few months and I want to get the welding done now.
No need to waste your time reminding me that the 1.2 inches saved over a 16 barrel isn't worth it, that the heat will hurt the barrel (which has already seen 1000F if it was tempered to Rc35), that I won't be able to clean my muzzle device, etc., etc. Of course if you have time to waste, feel free.
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