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Thread: Is a LaRue Quad Rail worth 250% more than a YHM Quad Rail?

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    Ask yourself what the actual purpose of the weapon for which you are purchasing the part. Another question worth asking "Will I feel bad if I wear the finish off an expensive part vs a cheaper part"? (and more importantly, will it functionally matter...)

    I don't think there is any doubt about LaRue quality--its top notch. But if rendering that beautiful rail system into a scratched up mess is going to make you sick at a later date--then I'd think about something that isn't going to have that effect.

    If your weapon is more of a tool than a bench piece--get the best tool you can afford to do the job and don't worry about the cosmetics.

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    i will say that i think larue is more "appropriately" priced than some others. off he top of my head, i think they usually run about $50 less for the same unit as DD. in fact, i don't think i've ever seen any larue selling for over $300.

    they're more expensive than YHM, but they're still not even the spendiest of guards.

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    I think it really depends what you're going to do with it.

    If it's for a vert grip and a flashlight--the YHM will suit you just fine. It's not as pretty and it's heavier and it isn't made by LaRue--but it will suit your purpose.

    I am not a cheap bastard but I am a frugal one. So long as I'm not mounting optics on the quad rail--I could really care less what the make is so long as it's stable.

    Now if you're mounting a reflex onto it or are overly concerned about weight, it's probably worth it to spend the cash on at least a mid-level rail system.
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    Are most LaRue railed fore ends $50 cheaper than similar DDs or are you looking at a Lite rail compared to LT's standard rail?

    The Lite rail costs more for a reason- it's a superb rail.

    And yes, its easy to say that everyone that likes the most expensive rails are elitists or just have too much money to waste.

    But, take it from someone who HAD to have a railed fore end on a cheap budget and who later tried DD.

    I had ONE YHM carbine free float rail. I could barely get anything to fit without forcing it. It was cheaply parkerized and it actually loosened up several times. Putting KAC panels on it was a joke. The edges were sharp and annoying and really fouled up the foam I custom cut in my starlight case.

    I started with DD when I could afford it and took a huge loss on the YHM. I basically gave it away for free on the rifle when I sold it. I truly wish I had saved that hundred bucks to put towards ADCO's first ever DMM4 upper- back before midlengths were all the rage. It came with a DD 9.0 that I quickly upgraded to a 12.0 FSPM. I've since bought a 10.0 DD rail and then an Omega. At just over double the cost (actually less than double after having to pay to ship the rifle and YHM back and forth to get it installed tightly) I would never suggest a YHM product of any kind, except for a phantom FH or one of the suppressors they manufacture under license.

    Remember, those that have tried more than a few rails will recommend many others over the YHM. Those that have only used YHM will of course talk about how happy they are to have their first railed fore end.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DavePAL84 View Post
    Now if you're mounting a reflex onto it or are overly concerned about weight, it's probably worth it to spend the cash on at least a mid-level rail system.
    whats a "mid-level" rail system, then? i would have said YHM IS a mid-level guard. its between the oddball or no-name crap you see on your annoying neighbor's bushmaster, and the splendier SWSs and LArues and DDs.

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    Nothing wrong with YHM, but as usual it depends on the application and your preferences. The YHM free float rails that I've seen ARE free float in function, not just in name. What I don't like about them:

    -usually just too fat, I like a narrower cross section with regard to feel
    -the actual rails aren't always to spec, so some attachments might not quite fit right
    -they don't look as nice as some of the others

    I've never had a YHM rail break or come loose, but I'm not really a hard user so take that for what it's worth. I've had Larue and DD rails, and I prefer to spend a little extra on them for most of my builds. Just personal preference, and I do trust them a bit more than others to stand up to real abuse in the (not likely at all) event that it would happen.

    And, I have learned that when it comes to this stuff it's better to buy once. I've replaced a lot of stuff that truly was crap or that I just bought as a substitute for what I really wanted. I always end up replacing the cheap substitutes later, and would save money to just get the good stuff up front.
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    YHM stuff is heavier, has more screws and point of potential failure than the Larue. I am probably cheaper than the next guy, but I will only buy Larue, DD or Vltor rails. More than my reputation rests on how my rifles perform.

    A friend I trust implicitly just recommended a Samson rail. I may try them or a Troy in the future.

    I could care less what people think about my weapon or the bling factor.

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    I currently have a YHM "free float" railed handguard on one of my blasters.

    It's not horrible, but it's not exactly anything close to resembling the high-end LT, DD, SF, Vltor, etc. either. Not by a mile.

    It's bulky, quirky, hefty, and very unrefined.

    If you're looking for something cheap, you're going to get what you pay for. The DD Omega is damned near featherweight. Put that up against the YHM, and its like apples and oranges.

    I do not like this rail whatsoever. Save the difference and get a top-tier forend.

    My advice is the following, so take it for what its worth (not much):

    1) Ask yourself how long you plan on keeping your weapon
    2) If the answer is "for a looooooong time", then don't skimp on the hardware

    You will be happier with a plain Jane handguard than to get a bargain-priced rail system. Seriously. Get the LaRue, man.

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    My first quad rail was a YHM carbine length FF. It worked but the thing was way too large around. Very uncomfortable to hold, but it was a true FF and it was very solid (anti-rotational screws). I was on a budget and thought it would be fine. Fast forward to present and that rifle wears a DD Lite rail along with both my LMTs. To me the DDs are that good. Extremely light, comfortable and rock solid. I imagine the Larue will be equal to DD.

    That said, on my scoped truck gun I am still running a YHM FF rifle length rail. I wanted something I didn't care if I knocked the hell out of that would hold a bipod. I almost never shoot the rifle offhand so the extra weight and size don't matter. It is solid and serves it's purpose well.

    I guess the point I am making is that only you can know if the extra money is worth it to you. You know what you want out of the rail and what your needs are. Consider looking at the Midwest Industries rails too. They are a fine product in between the cost and quality of YHM and Larue.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bkb0000 View Post
    i will say that i think larue is more "appropriately" priced than some others. off he top of my head, i think they usually run about $50 less for the same unit as DD. in fact, i don't think i've ever seen any larue selling for over $300.

    they're more expensive than YHM, but they're still not even the spendiest of guards.

    Keep in mind that you also receive $35.85 worth of Magpul ladders. These put them in line with the LT rails.


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