My new toy (who says ARs aren't available for good prices)

[Sam Cade]

I never posted a photo of the mounted handle, so I do not understand how you are making such a comment.

All carry handles are at the same height. Sticking a piece of rail on top of a carry handle is a kludge and places it so high as to preclude good cheek weld.

Flat-tops exist for a reason and that reason is to facilitate proper mounting of optics.