My first post here

[zerozero]

I've just finished putting together my first AR,but I have two questions.I have scoured the forums for two hours looking for a answer but no luck.

#1.I want to add a quad rail system instead of the orignal front stock.If im not going to be a competition shooter is it really a big difference if I use the 2 piece snap in rails rather having a free float system put in,and will it stay sighted in wit the two piece snap in rail or will it lose zero.

#2.I see some pictures of AR's with optics and also the original front post sight.I take it that the front post sight does not get in the way of the add on optics ?.

#3. approximate price I might pay a smith to do the free float work.

Thanks for letting me bend your ears,I just don't want to go to a gun shop and not knowing want I want to do first.

Dave

[AeroEngi]

#1. You can get a 2 piece quad rail and still have it be free-floated. Look into the Daniel Defense Omega line of quad rails. It's a 2 piece free floated quad rail that can be installed in about 15 minutes at home.

#2. My AR also has the fixed front sight and I'm running an Aimpoint on it without any issues. The front sight does not interfere one bit.

#3. If you get the Daniel Defense Omega, you can install a free floated quad rail yourself. No need to pay a gunsmith.

Welcome to Calguns!

[glockman19]

^^^What he said...and Welcome to cal guns

[zerozero]

thanks for the swift reply,time to save for the omega rails.Appreciate your input.

[cvx5832]

Just additional input. The Daniel Defense rails command a premium but it's worth it. It's really lightweight and keeps the rifle well balanced. And in the case of my Piston Omega Rail (same as suggested except for piston guns), it locks up tight, lines up straight, and the oval profile really is easier to manipulate and aesthetically pleasing. It looks goofy when not mounted on the gun, but that's not where it counts.

I've tried two other 2-piece, non-free float rails and was disappointed. They didn't lock up tight and would rotate a few degrees. Money wasted. As has been said elsewhere just do it right the first time.

I'll update this with pictures when I step to my desk. I'm on my iPad right now.

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[HKMadness]

#2 You need a hi mount for the scope so it will clear.