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    Question about which sights to buy for build

    Guys,

    Since I've finally been able to purchase the barrel I had been searching for, it seems my YHM15 rifle project is finally nearing completion. For those who are not familiar with YHM, I am building a Black Diamond Rifle which will have the following components:

    YHM Upper/Lower Receiver
    YHM BCG
    Magpul MOE Buttstock
    YHM 12.5" Diamond Series Rifle (4 rail) Floating Handguard/Forearm
    YHM 20" Fluted/Threaded Barrel with 1:7 twist rate
    Harris Bi-pod
    YHM Phantom Comp/Flash Suppressor
    EoTech MPO III

    *BUIS??? Here's where I need your help. I've researched other brands and I've decided to stick with YHM. I am not sure whether to go with same plane plane flip up sights or flip up sights/gas block combo? Here's a couple links to show you the options.
    Q.D.S. Same Plane Sight System. http://yhm.net/index.php?main_page=p...&products_id=4
    Front Flip Sight Tower (w/ gas block) with Bottom Rail http://yhm.net/index.php?main_page=p...products_id=11





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    I vote for the rail mounted front sight. The clamp on gas block with the flip up sight would be more prone twisting on the barrel. Not likely, but possible.

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    Nothing I am going to tell you will change your mind. However, YHM is crap and I highly recommend that you don't buy their sights.



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    Read. Think. Post. <- in that order. I'm sorry, but it seems your "research" failed. Maybe you were misguided. In a valiant attempt to sway you, I suggest you sell everything except the stock (if it's even designed to fit on a non commercial grade rec ext. I.E. mil spec). Sorry, but I'd rather be a turd TO you then you have that weapon turd ON you.
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    Ive read here, and other places, that many do not like YHM.
    I would like to know your reasons in order to educate myself further.
    I always like hearing pro's/con's on a manufacturer.

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    Also... don't forget to add an appropriate gas system (if you decide to keep the rifle).
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    Here's one good reason.

    http://yhm.net/index.php?main_page=p...roducts_id=206

    Look at this upper. 906.00 for an upper that has questionable parts. I can buy a Colt 6920 for slightly more than this. I can build an AR with quality parts for about 70.00 more.

    Nothing that they make is good. The rails are old technology and the barrels are not milspec and can almost guarantee that the chambers are also not up to spec. They state the BCG's are "milspec" in which case I would like to see their HP/MPI certifications.

    Quote Originally Posted by Straight Shooter View Post
    Ive read here, and other places, that many do not like YHM.
    I would like to know your reasons in order to educate myself further.
    I always like hearing pro's/con's on a manufacturer.



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    Question

    To answer your question... neither.
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    Ok. Well everyone's opinion's on YHM aside, that's what I'm building so if you care to offer input on which sight to buy, then by all means please feel to share; otherwise keep your negative comments to yourself. I appreciate your attempts to "inform" me of what a poor choice I've made and how YHM ranks only slightly higher than a pile of steaming dog crap, however given that the build is nearly complete, it's neither practical or realistic to start over. I hate the thought of even mentioning the Aero Precision carbine that I also have in the works.

    Please don't get me wrong, it's not that I don't appreciate constructive input. If there are specific issues that can be cited as matter of fact, not someone's opinion or speculation that should give cause for concern then by all means please let's hear your concerns about YHM. Otherwise, negative comments are neither constructive or helpful, even much less appreciated.

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    Tango-Alpha,

    Iraqgunz is a highly qualified armorer that has repaired more ARs than you or I will ever see in our entire lives. If he says YHM isn't good, there are reasons (He has even given a couple reasons why he doesn't like them) and you'd be well advised to listen to what he says.

    The fact of the matter is that YHM isn't worth the price, and for about the same money you can get top of the line equipment made a reputable company that isn't cutting corners.

    DeltaSierra

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