Rigid FF tube

[Mike_R]

Im putting together an AR upper in the next few weeks and Im trying to decide on a rifle length free float tube. I have been considering the WOA varmint tube (increased ventilation and bipod stud in the right place), the EGW tube (I like the 1911 parts Ive purchased from them- seem to make good products), the DPMS tube (for the price hah found it for 40 bucks), and the badger ordenance stabilizer.

I don't have any experience with these tubes and I dont think I need a rail... the badger seems like it wouldnt be very comfortable offhand and I think I will primarily shoot it offhand or off a bipod.

The badger seems solid... are the other tubes sufficiently strong to load up the bipod without flex? Im building it on a DPMS lopro upper reciever, I have read they are sturdier with thicker walls than a standard receiver.

any opinions or insights would be greatly appreciated

 

[Oodin]

Re: Rigid FF tube

I only have experience with the DPMS and I think it would be more than sturdy enough, and a great value if you don't need rails.

 

[firetrkfxr]

Re: Rigid FF tube

+1 on the DPMS FF tube. Less than $40 and works great. You can always drill and mount a rail on the bottom later if you need to.

 

[Mike_R]

Re: Rigid FF tube

Alright thanks for the feedback I appreciate it. I still havent completely decided what I will end up getting because another friend recommended the badger due to its top rails then I can mount a riser bridging the receiver and low rings for proper height/ eye relief but Im not sure. I kinda want to handle one because they seem like they wouldnt feel comfortable offhand while the DPMS round style seems like it would be so now I think it is between those two. Thanks for the replys!

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Rigid FF tube

The Badger is just fine offhand. Comfort isn't a problem. Besides, if you are using a sling your hand will be gloved or numb anyway.

It is extremely sturdy and doesn't move at all when I load it or sling up with it.

 

[Mike_R]

Re: Rigid FF tube

Thanks for the feedback I appreciate it. Now it seems the badger would be the best bet due to optics mounting possibilities.

It seems like Im not supposed to just mount the rings with one clamped to the upper and one on the handguard because of alignment issues but a solid riser across with low rings might solve that. Anyone tried it?