Best Bang for Buck AR rail...on a budget?

[Tactically Fat]

On the hunt, as it were...

~150 budget. May be able to get it up to $175 for a gem, so to speak.

I want a 14-15" MLOK FreeFloat rail (that comes with a barrel nut if it needs a special one). Yes, I want to go with MLOK vs. KeyMod.

I have a 16" rifle barrel and I LOVE the "monolithic" look of a full length / close to full length rail.

Does not have to be suppressor compatible - as I don't have one and don't plan on SBRing.

NOT quad-rail.

Much prefer the full-length Pic rail on top.

Color: black

I LOVE the aesthetics of the Diamondhead rails that have the slanted muzzle end. However - they're not MLOK.

I think that my price range will give me about 500 options...

I've talked with a few INGOers via PM their opinions and whatnot, but I want to open discussion up to everyone.

And....GO!

 

[ACC]

Look at Strike Industries Mega Fins XL, Aero Precision M-Lok Handguards, Troy Industries Alpha Rail & Seekins Precision MCSR M-Lok. I have used all of them for recent builds and have been pleased with the quality of the products. All came in around $150-175

 

[jinks]

Primary Arms has a good selection of MLOK handguards for under $200.

AR-15 Handguards & Rail Accessories | Primary Arms

 

[Tactically Fat]

Look at Strike Industries Mega Fins XL, Aero Precision M-Lok Handguards, Troy Industries Alpha Rail & Seekins Precision MCSR M-Lok. I have used all of them for recent builds and have been pleased with the quality of the products. All came in around $150-175

Thanks!

SMOS Arms has also been recommended to me as well as ALG.

I often suffer from analysis paralysis... I should just buy one. But I want it to look purdy!

 

[JollyMon]

The BCM KMR Alpha full length is slightly higher than the upper end of your budget.

Edit never mind... you wank mlok.... I thought it was mlok or keymod

 

[seedubs1]

SMOS. I've got two SM13's. I'd like to try one of their GFY models out as well. Definitely the best rail you'll find at $150.

Edit: Just saw who the OP was. You got my PM. Lots of good options out there for you. Good luck with your decision.

 

[rhino]

This is a timely topic. That last time I configured a rifle, keymod and mlok did not exist! Things have changed and I have no direct experience with any of the new stuff, but I need to acquire a new upper soon.

 

[NyleRN]

For $150, SMOS. /Thread. But options open up considerably along with opinions when budget goes > $175

 

[rausch51]

Just slightly above your budget is the Midwest Industries G3 Lightweight M-LOK. I used it on my most recent build and Love it.

 

[Tactically Fat]

For $150, SMOS. /Thread. But options open up considerably along with opinions when budget goes > $175

I just can't go above $175 inclusive of shipping. But, yes, you're right. If I had $400 to blow a nice carbon fiber rail would be slick, like those that Christiansen Arms installs on their guns.

 

[mando-gunner-89]

I second the Midwest Industries mlock if you can find them on sale they are definitely worth the money.

 

[youngda9]

Your best bet is to get the rail with the upper. But if that ship has sailed you're going to pay much more in the long run.

 

[Springer]

ALG EMR V3

 

[zoglog]

Has any tried CBCIndustries?

 

[halfmileharry]

I got the BCM 13" a few weeks ago for $175 from Elmores. Super light and strong. Mine was keymod though. Troy Alpha is nice as well

 

[indyjohn]

I got the BCM 13" a few weeks ago for $175 from Elmores. Super light and strong. Mine was keymod though. Troy Alpha is nice as well

I've been eyeing this Troy free float raid for my INGO build.

https://troyind.com/products/m-lok-556-aluminum-15-blk

 

[armyvet209]

I put a Midwest industries mlok on my .450 upper and love it, easy installation too. never had a problem with any of their products.