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Post by nievo on Mar 31, 2013 12:26:07 GMT -8
I am just finishing up my Varmint/Target build but might have a dilemma on my hands. The barrel is a Black Hole Weaponry 24" Bull Barrel that is .970 under the handguard. I had ordered a MI Gen2 SS 15" handguard for the build but in reading some reviews and posts I'm now not sure that the handguard will clear the barrel/gas block. I am going to be using a Troy .936 Low-Profile block which seems to be one of the slimmest around. Anyone have a clue if this setup will work or if I am going to need a different handguard?
My backup plan is to use a Troy Vtac Alpha 15" handguard instead. I've heard that it will clear a bull barrel and block. Any other slim handrails out there that might work? I am looking for something that is around 15", comes in FDE color and is slim. I don't need a lot of rails or anything as it is only going to have a bipod attached to it.
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Post by GLSHOOTER on Mar 31, 2013 12:56:44 GMT -8
I am just finishing up my Varmint/Target build but might have a dilemma on my hands. The barrel is a Black Hole Weaponry 24" Bull Barrel that is .970 under the handguard. I had ordered a MI Gen2 SS 15" handguard for the build but in reading some reviews and posts I'm now not sure that the handguard will clear the barrel/gas block. I am going to be using a Troy .936 Low-Profile block which seems to be one of the slimmest around. Anyone have a clue if this setup will work or if I am going to need a different handguard? My backup plan is to use a Troy Vtac Alpha 15" handguard instead. I've heard that it will clear a bull barrel and block. Any other slim handrails out there that might work? I am looking for something that is around 15", comes in FDE color and is slim. I don't need a lot of rails or anything as it is only going to have a bipod attached to it. Looking it over I'm convinced you are GTG with the first set up. That is a super low profile GB and if it doesn't go under there nothing will. You will have no issues with the barrel fitting under there. Greg PS: Welcome to the board. Enjoy. |
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Post by nievo on Apr 3, 2013 13:19:22 GMT -8
Thank you. Just got the handguard so I'm going to try and check this afternoon if the gas block will clear.
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Post by knappmenterprises on May 24, 2013 17:53:32 GMT -8
Real curious how that worked out for you as I also purchased the same MI 15" gen2 handguards and then heard the same thing you did. Getting ready to also order a 264 barrel and although I really want a bull profile, was almost going to settle for a hbar just to be on the safe side.
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Post by jbhickok1 on May 18, 2016 7:35:52 GMT -8
Is there a list of known hand guards,and gas blocks that work with the bull barrel. I'm all set on buying a bull, need to know.
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Post by GLSHOOTER on May 18, 2016 9:22:26 GMT -8
Is there a list of known hand guards,and gas blocks that work with the bull barrel. I'm all set on buying a bull, need to know. With FF tubes they all will fit a bull barrel and the blocks are no different based on the journal size. If you want to sneak a FF tube over the GB then you will have to ascertain the ID of the tube and the biggest diameter of GB and see if they will fit. We have been using tubes from Young , BTE and Model 1 along with Hogue. GB's have come from BTE, Double Star and JP. You just have to do the math. I have covered and uncovered from BTE and Young. I don't do cheese graters as all mine are the round type that may or may not have extra rails mounted. Greg |
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Post by jbhickok1 on May 18, 2016 20:58:39 GMT -8
Thanks Greg. I'll be calling Ritch before the end of the week.
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Post by tonythetiger on May 19, 2016 9:36:19 GMT -8
I can't remember the last time I didn't have to hog out the inside of a HG at the GB location, and/or grind the GB down a little. Just be aware of the important bits on a GB if you end up shaving it down.
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