"Best" 10.5" or 10.3" Upper?

[Alex V]

I already have an BCM 11.5 and it's my go to gun. I would like to pick up a 5.56 upper with a 10.5 or 10.3 barrel but BCM doesn't make one. I would prefer an M-Lok handguard. DD is out for political reasons.

I know some say a 12.5 is better, which BCM does make but I kinda feel like I want a 10.3/10.5

What would you guys recommend?

Thanks!

[titsonritz]

Colt LE6945CK

[Stopsign32v]

10.3 because it's the real deal

MK18 life

[JediGuy]

Have BRT build you an upper with their barrel.

My mans, ‘member there is a member discount. Supply your own handguard or use the SLR.

https://blackrivertactical.com/WP/

[Wake27]

TAC has several solid 10" uppers in stock. I do prefer my DD barrel over my Triarc. The Core would probably be my next look until Geissele's issues are fully resolved.

[DoubleW]

I have been completely satisfied with my Geissele 10.3. The Colt 6945 is a cool one for sure. As stated above, Thoroughbred Armament keeps a steady supply of 10.3’s on hand and builds some pretty cool solid uppers. I’d snag a Geissele super duty 10.3 during the Labor Day sale this weekend.

[odugrad]

I got one of PSA's premium uppers with the FN barrel and Geissele rail and I like it.

[Stopsign32v]

I got one of PSA's premium uppers with the FN barrel and Geissele rail and I like it.

I'm not a fan of PSA but its nearly impossible to argue their value to what you get. Great barrel and all I've shot are good shooters!

[SteyrAUG]

I already have an BCM 11.5 and it's my go to gun. I would like to pick up a 5.56 upper with a 10.5 or 10.3 barrel but BCM doesn't make one. I would prefer an M-Lok handguard. DD is out for political reasons.

I know some say a 12.5 is better, which BCM does make but I kinda feel like I want a 10.3/10.5

What would you guys recommend?

Thanks!

Colt 6933 and add a Centurion rail. 6945 is also a great option if you can live with the mono rail.

And honestly, DD didn't do anything wrong but protect their company legally and express human sympathy to the victim families. They didn't sell anyone out with a "nobody needs and AR" nonsense.

[Defaultmp3]

Have BRT build you an upper with their barrel.

My mans, ‘member there is a member discount. Supply your own handguard or use the SLR.

https://blackrivertactical.com/WP/

BRT's 10.5" is only their PRO barrel, though. A fine barrel, I'm sure, but not CHF nor chrome-lined.

Curious as to the reason for a 10.3"/10.5" when you already have an 11.5". I have both lengths, too, but the 10.3" was specifically to minimize OAL, as it also has a LAW folder on it to make discreet transport easier; I really only shoot my 11.5" for the most part.