InTheSwamp
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Mid 16" with fixed GB and a Slash Heavy Buffer (6.5 Oz). Runs smooth.
@ECVMatt - what is the buffer weight you’re using in any of your carbine stocked rifles?
Most civilian AR’s with carbine buffer systems will have grossly underweighted Carbine buffers at only 2.9oz, whereas a Rifle buffer is 5.2oz. Kick in an H3 or Vltor A5H2 buffer at 5.3-5.4oz, and the difference in recoil impulse for the same upper on a carbine vs. rifle lower almost completely evaporates. The bigger trouble happens when folks have a grossly oversized port (intentional by barrel makers to ensure function) but then run a lightweight carbine buffer - these run, obviously, but they beat the hell out of themselves, just to avoid immediate customer service calls.
No, it won't wear per say, but it does become another part that if not installed properly, can loosen up and need screws tightened. Will also need cleaning at rare intervals.If a barrel has a large gas port and an AGB is added, does that mean the AGB becomes a wear point?
If a barrel has a large gas port and an AGB is added, does that mean the AGB becomes a wear point?