AR carry handle alterations?

[ZOG]

I have an A2 style upper with integrated carry handle. I would like to chop off the handle and put some type of flat top rail on it. Has any one done this? What will Fit?

 

[Steve Smith]

Yes, people have done it, but it normally comes out looking like a poorly performed abortion. I highly suggest you buy a flat top upper receiver and switch your parts over to it.

 

[762x51]

Just get one of these:

http://www.rockriverarms.com



Edit: Doh! Nevermind, I just noticed that you have an A2 upper.

 

[KMKeller]

I second the recommendation of purchasing an A3 receiver.

 

[Redlg155]

There are folks out there that can do the modifications. Usually they leave the A2 sight in place and put a weaver type rail forward. I believe that was more commonly done when A3 type recievers were not the norm. With the cost of a new upper reciever being approximately $100, there really isn't a reason to try to convert your existing upper. The cost of the modifications would easily equal the cost of a new upper reciever, at the same time leaving your old upper valued even less then original.

Good SHooting
RED

 

[bad_dad_brad]

Man, get an A3 upper. Don't bugger up your A2.