182 posts. 4,058 followers. 632 following. Smoke Composites. Need more info or have a question? Email us at 👉🏼[email protected]👈🏼. #CarbonFiber #SmokeComposites #MadeInUSA #handguard #stocks #lightweight.Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2347494 #unitedguntubernetwork FFL Elite Coursehttps://www.ffl-elite.com/?ref=c4bb7e https://lbry.tv/@BigDre357#1 New Websitew... Product Description. Allow 9-14 Days Processing. Smoke’s carbon fiber butt stocks are the lightest available today. They are interchangeable with any mil-spec AR15 stock and utilize the existing buffer and spring. (our short pull uses a carbine buffer and the rifle length uses a rifle buffer system) Currently we have two models, the open ... It's fairly easy, just gotta make sure you get the barrel nut cranked on to the right spec, then all you need are the keys they include to get the trunnion lined up, tightened up, and the probably tap the handguard onto the trunnion and install the screws. Mine had a small bit of extra resin on the handguard which made it difficult to get off ...Smoke Composites is one of those companies. They recently started making carbon fiber parts for AR style rifles and pistols. Their history of making parts for the defense industry, has had a definite benefit for those of us looking for lightweight AR parts. I will take a look at their 12" handguard.Apr 29, 2015 · Can you say WOW, Smokes Composites Carbon Fiber stock is sweet. Super nice finish and LIGHT WEIGHT. Stock weighs 111 grams ( I bought the heavier closed stock) or 3.91 ounces. Adding the castle nut weight is 117 grams or 4.12 ounces, and the end plate adds up to 119 grams or 4.19 ounces. This stock is beautiful and cuts 3 to 4 ounces over the ... MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber SIG MPX Handguard - LONG. $299.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... Our custom designed handguard features a cutout for a compensator while also maximizing length. The octagon shape is extremely comfortable and allows use of M-Lok accessories. Made by Smoke Composites, this is the highest quality, most rigid carbon PCC handguard available. Handguard Weight: 5.8oz including barrel nut and screwsSmoke Composites Carbon Fiber AR-15 Handguard – Review U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- Just over six months ago, I covered Smoke Composites' Carbon Fiber forend f…Accessories KEEPING - BNIB - 2022 XLR Element 4.0 MG (Magnesium) - Multi Cam - Rem 700 S/A - Smoke Carbon Grip - Hunter DBM - Carbon Fiber Stock Folder OneShot63 Dec 4, 2022That barrel nut you turned down, tap 4 screw holes in a cross pattern. Repeat this on the carbon fiber tube. Install barrel nut, gas tube, and gas block. Then put the tube on the barrel nut and line up the barrel nut holes to the tube holes and use appropriate sized screws to secure the tube to the nut. HANDGUARDS - Smoke CompositesSmoke Composites 12" = 6.4 oz with nut Faxon 13.3 = 7.4 oz with steel nut / 6.9 oz with titanium nut Coda 13.5 = 7.5 oz (unclear if with nut, I sure hope so!) Midwest Industries Ultralight 12.625 = 7.9oz with nut Midwest industries Ultralight 14 = 8.4 oz with nut BCM MCMR 13 = 10.5 oz with nutNov 6, 2019 · 17" Handguard: 8.4oz*. * Due to the nature of carbon fiber and resin there are minor weight fluctuations between batches. The weights listed are at the top end of the range. Dimensions: Outer Diameter (flat to flat): 1.85 inches / 47mm. Inner Diameter: 1.69 inches / 43mm. Carbon Fiber. Mar 14, 2023 · Here are the approximate weights of various buttstock setups: Smoke Composites carbon fiber buffer tube and a lightweight aluminum buttstock = 5 oz. POF anti-tilt buffer tube and the MFT Minimalist buttstock = 10.25 oz. Mil-Spec buffer tube and the Magpul MOE SL buttstock = 13.6 oz. MFT Minimalist Stock and POF Buffer Tube. 67 votes, 19 comments. 4.9K subscribers in the InRangeTV community. The unofficial Subreddit for the InRangeTV channel.Product Description. Allow 9-14 Days Processing. Packaged Comes with: CF Handguard. Barrel Nut. Handguard Screws. Smoke’s carbon fiber hand guards are designed with weight and comfort in mind. The material and shape are optimized to help create some of the lightest, most ergonomic hand guards available. The properties of the carbon fiber ... Just picked this up looking to put a blast defuser like the surefire warden however because of the thread pitch I have no idea if surefire makes the muzzle break for this, any suggestions on devices so my hand won't get crispy (not suppressor) lol. 21 comments. 10. Posted by.Apr 15, 2017 · Smoke Composites forms a ring at the front of the handguard, I would guess to protect the front from getting chipped, it would be quite thin otherwise. The inside of the ring measured 1.53 inches, so some suppressors will fit inside the handguard. Don't worry about heat when doing this, the carbon fiber mitigates heat great! MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; ... Carbon Fiber PCC Handguard - 12" Price $259.00. Quick View. Carbon Fiber Large Frame Handguard - 15" Price $319.00. Load More ... AR15 Discounts (See Price) Rainier Arms (See Price) OpticsPlanet (See Price) 6. Magpul STR. The Magpul STR has my favorite cheek weld of all the adjustable stocks. MOE STR Stock. It comes in a little heavier at 12.5 ounces but the STR (storage type restricted) also has water-resistant battery tubes on the side.Apr 24, 2020 · Install the gas block (and gas tube), then slide the forend over the nut, ensure the two top rails are aligned, then tighten down the six handguard bolts into the barrel nut. Palmetto Gun Club is back hosting USPSA matches. Not happy with the result but I understand. I shot the match without any practice and dry fire for 2 months. Smoke Composites 12" = 6.4 oz with nut Faxon 13.3 = 7.4 oz with steel nut / 6.9 oz with titanium nut Coda 13.5 = 7.5 oz (unclear if with nut, I sure hope so!) Midwest Industries Ultralight 12.625 = 7.9oz with nut Midwest industries Ultralight 14 = 8.4 oz with nut BCM MCMR 13 = 10.5 oz with nutThe short pull is 0.89oz lighter than the rifle length, but unfortunately for me, I’m a tall, lanky guy. I’ve tried the short pull stock, and short stocks on other’s builds and it just doesn’t feel right for me. I much prefer a longer length of pull. Here’s a breakdown of the specs from the Smoke Composites’ site:Length: 15″. Handguard Weight: 6.71 oz. Barrel Nut Weight: 1.28 oz (.77 oz for titanium) Total Weight: 7.99 oz. Price/Length: $20.00/inch. Weight/Length: .53 oz/inch. I highly recommend it as a very usable carbon fiber handguard (if you’ve got the dough). But…we make it a little easier with this: *10% off Handguards at Faxon* with Pew Pew ...Feb 23, 2018 · And a lot of manufacturers leave out the barrel nut that connects the handguard to the rail. So I’m putting them separately whenever possible. Magpul Rifle Length Handguard (Polymer) Magpul Rifle Length Handguard. Price: $37; Length: 12.6″ Handguard Weight: 12.1 oz; Barrel Nut Weight: NA; Total Weight: 12.1 oz; Price/Length: $2.93/inch VR80 Short "Holey" Barrel Shroud (for LONG HANDGUARDS) VR80 Short "Holey" Barrel Shroud Short "holes" barrel shroud made for aftermarket long handguards. *THIS WILL NOT FIT YOUR FACTORY SPEC VR80 WITH SHORT HANDGUARD. *THIS WILL ALSO NOT ALLOW YOU TO PUT A COMPENSATOR ON WHETHER YOU HAVE A RIA COMP OR... #60daypcccountdown I have a new Smoke Composites 15" Handguard for a AR-10 DPMS platform. It was never installed on my rifle, I ultimately decided to special order one from them a little longer for my application. Smoke Composites does excellent work, this is a very nice piece. Barrel nut and screws are included. Please see the below link for exact weight etc.(Item Code: 14.5 ENLI 556SG *Available as Rifle only) V SEVEN UPPER PARTS: Enlightened 2055 Lithium-aluminum upper receiver Hyper-light 11" KeyMod or M-LOK handguard w/7068 alum. barrel nut (specify handguard type in comment box on order) 14.5" 5.56 Stainless Lightweight contour fluted barrel w/.625 Titanium gas block Barrel is 1:7-in. twist poly rifling Titanium 5.56 BCG with Titanium firing ...For Large Frame - .308/6.5 Creedmore. Smoke’s carbon fiber hand guards are designed with weight and comfort in mind. The material and shape are optimized to help create some of the lightest, most ergonomic hand guards available. The properties of the carbon fiber, specifically its low thermal mass combined with its high thermal conductivity ... MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber AR15 Handguard - 12" $309.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... I'm looking for one for the same upper but unfortunately I'm also in need of a DPMS high profile handguard that's 10.5" - 11" MAX! (Or no can)The base of the massive Thunderbeast brake (threaded on M18x1.5 threads) on the 12" 8.6 BLK 1:3 Faxon Big Gunner Barrel is so big as well is the giant can (Thunderbeast Ultra 338 Gen 2) so I'm looking for the same fit as you but MUCH shorter.That is one thing I like about Coda: torquing the barrel nut to spec doesn't impact aligning the handguard. The only issue I have - which is different in the Faxon and Smoke Composites - is there are just thin holes in the carbon fiber with little bolts holding it to the metal mounting ring. I fear flexing will tear up those little holes.Since there's currently huge demand for carbon handguards, and Karl and Ian used Faxon handguards for the official WWSD spec, they're constantly out of stock right now. While looking for alternatives, I found JAG Composites, which sells a 4.4 ounce (including barrel nut), 15" carbon fiber handguard for $259 shipped (code WWSD). Nov 12, 2020 · Accessories KEEPING - BNIB - 2022 XLR Element 4.0 MG (Magnesium) - Multi Cam - Rem 700 S/A - Smoke Carbon Grip - Hunter DBM - Carbon Fiber Stock Folder OneShot63 Dec 4, 2022 You can get a carbon fiber handguard which will not heat up anywhere near as quickly, Troy, Smoke Composites, and many other companies make nice ones. You can also use a Manta Tac Wrap, KE SHTF+ Wrap, or a Camo Form Wrap on any handguard which will shield you from the heat. However they also add the most weight. MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber Large Frame Handguard - 12" $309.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ...Since there's currently huge demand for carbon handguards, and Karl and Ian used Faxon handguards for the official WWSD spec, they're constantly out of stock right now. While looking for alternatives, I found JAG Composites, which sells a 4.4 ounce (including barrel nut), 15" carbon fiber handguard for $259 shipped (code WWSD). I do have a photo in the AR15 picture thread of this rifle with the 17" handgaurd with the Sandman Ti. But this is the current setup. 10" Smoke Composites. I would get a Smoke Composites pistol grip if it had a beaver tail. Edit-Actually have one with an aminal.Apr 14, 2021 · I have a new, never mounted, Smoke Composites 16.5" carbon handguard with top rail. It is the standard DPMS AR10 high profile. Includes barrel nut and hardware. $325 shipped Follow along with this install video to learn how to install a Coda Evolution Lightning Carbon Fiber handguard at home. Installation with proper tools will t...Product Description. Allow 9-14 Days Processing. Packaged Comes with: CF Handguard. Barrel Nut. Handguard Screws. Smoke’s carbon fiber hand guards are designed with weight and comfort in mind. The material and shape are optimized to help create some of the lightest, most ergonomic hand guards available. The properties of the carbon fiber ... Since there's currently huge demand for carbon handguards, and Karl and Ian used Faxon handguards for the official WWSD spec, they're constantly out of stock right now. While looking for alternatives, I found JAG Composites, which sells a 4.4 ounce (including barrel nut), 15" carbon fiber handguard for $259 shipped (code WWSD).I have a new, never mounted, Smoke Composites 16.5" carbon handguard with top rail. It is the standard DPMS AR10 high profile. Includes barrel nut and hardware. $325 shippedNov 6, 2019 · 17" Handguard: 8.4oz*. * Due to the nature of carbon fiber and resin there are minor weight fluctuations between batches. The weights listed are at the top end of the range. Dimensions: Outer Diameter (flat to flat): 1.85 inches / 47mm. Inner Diameter: 1.69 inches / 43mm. Carbon Fiber. #60daypcccountdownThe Enhanced set .... " The M5E1 upper receiver is a one-piece design combining the handguard mounting platform with the upper itself. Through superior engineering, we have condensed the parts needed to mount a free-floated handguard to a mere 8 screws. Since the handguard mounting surface and upper are of the same forging, "I ended up ordering a custom length 7" hand guard from Smoke and the Riflespeed RS7533 per their recommendation. Smoke Composites has an off the shelf 7.25" which "might" work but it'd be tight trying to get fingers in there to adjust the gas with a suppressor on. Everything arrived and I began to put it together.Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber Buffer Tubes come in five (5) configurations: two (2) Pistol Tube sizes, two (2) Buffer Tube sizes and an A5 Buffer Tube. See Technical Specifications below. Our Buffer Tubes can be customized for optimum length for an additional charge of $35. For custom orders, please email us directly: [email protected] Cons: Slightly more expensive, it's composite and delamination might be an issue in the future, aluminum barrel nut. My observations so far. Only time will tell with the smoke composites handguard in relation to possible delamination. Based on reviews they can take a beating. Both companies stand behind their products. Hopefully this helps out.Low Profile Barrel Nut. Smoke Composites proprietary low profile barrel nut is made from aircraft grade 7075 aluminum and is customized to fit our Carbon Fiber Handguards. ***PLEASE NOTE: ALL OF OUR HANDGUARDS INCLUDE THE BARREL NUT.Feb 24, 2021 · I have a new Smoke Composites 15" Handguard for a AR-10 DPMS platform. It was never installed on my rifle, I ultimately decided to special order one from them a little longer for my application. Smoke Composites does excellent work, this is a very nice piece. Barrel nut and screws are included. Please see the below link for exact weight etc. The PRI Carbon Fiber handguards are heavier than all of the more modern CF handguards and are similar in weight to quad rails. PRI hand guards @ 12.5” with barrel nut, locking collar and all hardware (enough to cover mid length gas system) are 11.2 oz with no rails. A 3” 1913 section from PRI is 1.1 oz.Smoke Composites carbon 15" AR15 handguard and Smoke Composites carbon rifle length buttstock with cheek riser. Test fitted never shot with. includes hardware. New condition $425 shippedRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2347494 #unitedguntubernetwork FFL Elite Coursehttps://www.ffl-elite.com/?ref=c4bb7e https://lbry.tv/@BigDre357#1 New Websitew... I have a new Smoke Composites 15" Handguard for a AR-10 DPMS platform. It was never installed on my rifle, I ultimately decided to special order one from them a little longer for my application. Smoke Composites does excellent work, this is a very nice piece. Barrel nut and screws are included. Please see the below link for exact weight etc.Smoke Composites makes advanced carbon fiber AR, PCC and 308 components. Free-floating hand guards, butt stocks, and more. Lightest in the industry. MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber Large Frame Handguard - 15" $319.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber AR15 Handguard - 12" $309.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ...Description ! New Handguard Design is Round, Not Octagonal Like Previous Versions ! Our custom designed handguard features a cutout for a compensator while also maximizing length. Made by Smoke Composites, this is the highest quality, most rigid carbon fiber PCC handguard available.(Item Code: 14.5 ENLI 556SG *Available as Rifle only) V SEVEN UPPER PARTS: Enlightened 2055 Lithium-aluminum upper receiver Hyper-light 11" KeyMod or M-LOK handguard w/7068 alum. barrel nut (specify handguard type in comment box on order) 14.5" 5.56 Stainless Lightweight contour fluted barrel w/.625 Titanium gas block Barrel is 1:7-in. twist poly rifling Titanium 5.56 BCG with Titanium firing ...MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber SIG MPX Handguard - LONG. $299.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber SIG MPX Handguard - LONG. $299.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ...Also, got the 10.5" barrel. I have the handguard and barrel here, but I'm waiting on a new upper receiver to come in before I put it together. My current upper setup is 16" BSF carbon fiber barrel, APA The Answer brake/comp, Coda Evolution carbon fiber handguard, Blitzkrieg hydraulic buffer with short stroke weight, & a 1 pound TriggerTech Diamond.Smoke Composites carbon 15" AR15 handguard and Smoke Composites carbon rifle length buttstock with cheek riser. Test fitted never shot with. includes hardware. New condition $425 shippedFeb 13, 2023 · Allow 9-14 Days Processing. Smoke Composites carbon fiber handguards are designed with weight and comfort in mind. The material and shape are optimized to help create some of the lightest, most ergonomic hand guards available. The properties of the carbon fiber, specifically its low thermal mass combined with its high thermal conductivity, and ... Apr 4, 2021 · Smoke composites handguard install. best mdxarms. This specification covers the co A professional chef's knife roll bag you ever need it in your cooking, barbeque and camping acti Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber AR-15 Handguard – Review U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- Just over six months ago, I covered Smoke Composites' Carbon Fiber forend f…Palmetto Gun Club is back hosting USPSA matches. Not happy with the result but I understand. I shot the match without any practice and dry fire for 2 months.I have the 17" Faxon Firearms carbon fiber hand guard with a V7 titanium barrel nut. I wish I had gone with the Smoke hand guard at a custom length. The two nut clamp on the Faxon just gets in the way of a mag well grip, but it's just nitpicking. I have the Smoke stock with the closed shoulder, cheek rest, buttpad upgrade, in rifle length.Since there's currently huge demand for carbon handguards, and Karl and Ian used Faxon handguards for the official WWSD spec, they're constantly out of stock right now. While looking for alternatives, I found JAG Composites, which sells a 4.4 ounce (including barrel nut), 15" carbon fiber handguard for $259 shipped (code WWSD).Firearm Discussion and Resources from AR-15, AK-47, Handguns and more! Buy, Sell, and Trade your Firearms and Gear. Feb 23, 2018 · And a lot of manufacturers leave out the barrel nut that connects the handguard to the rail. So I’m putting them separately whenever possible. Magpul Rifle Length Handguard (Polymer) Magpul Rifle Length Handguard. Price: $37; Length: 12.6″ Handguard Weight: 12.1 oz; Barrel Nut Weight: NA; Total Weight: 12.1 oz; Price/Length: $2.93/inch View Details. B5 Systems Bravo Stock - Black. $57.95. View Details. B5 Systems Bravo Stock - Flat Dark Earth. $57.95. View Details. LUTH-AR Modular Buttstock Assembly MBA-1 Rifle - Black. $131.55.The PRI Carbon Fiber handguards are heavier than all of the more modern CF handguards and are similar in weight to quad rails. PRI hand guards @ 12.5” with barrel nut, locking collar and all hardware (enough to cover mid length gas system) are 11.2 oz with no rails. A 3” 1913 section from PRI is 1.1 oz.MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber AR15 Handguard - 12" $309.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ...
Mar 14, 2023 · Here are the approximate weights of various buttstock setups: Smoke Composites carbon fiber buffer tube and a lightweight aluminum buttstock = 5 oz. POF anti-tilt buffer tube and the MFT Minimalist buttstock = 10.25 oz. Mil-Spec buffer tube and the Magpul MOE SL buttstock = 13.6 oz. MFT Minimalist Stock and POF Buffer Tube. . Percocet 5 325
Apr 14, 2021 · I have a new, never mounted, Smoke Composites 16.5" carbon handguard with top rail. It is the standard DPMS AR10 high profile. Includes barrel nut and hardware. $325 shipped Crafted from aerospace-grade carbon fiber, our handguard offers unparalleled strength while being significantly lighter than its aluminum counterparts. The lattice structure not only delivers a dependable and consistent grip, but it also enables versatile accessory mounting at virtually any angle. The handguard works to insulate your forehand ... MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber SIG MPX Handguard - LONG. $299.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... (Item Code: 14.5 ENLI 556SG *Available as Rifle only) V SEVEN UPPER PARTS: Enlightened 2055 Lithium-aluminum upper receiver Hyper-light 11" KeyMod or M-LOK handguard w/7068 alum. barrel nut (specify handguard type in comment box on order) 14.5" 5.56 Stainless Lightweight contour fluted barrel w/.625 Titanium gas block Barrel is 1:7-in. twist poly rifling Titanium 5.56 BCG with Titanium firing ... Accessories KEEPING - BNIB - 2022 XLR Element 4.0 MG (Magnesium) - Multi Cam - Rem 700 S/A - Smoke Carbon Grip - Hunter DBM - Carbon Fiber Stock Folder OneShot63 Dec 4, 2022Feb 1, 2022 · I'm running the handguard and stock on my GMR-15. Handguard was as heavy as the stock barrel nut, so i removed like 11 ozs from the front of the gun. Stock is very adjustable and feels great against the shoulder. I initially had issues with the stock "shortening" as i shot, but once i torqued the screw down further, that fixed the issue. MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber SIG MPX Handguard - LONG. $299.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ...Cons: Slightly more expensive, it's composite and delamination might be an issue in the future, aluminum barrel nut. My observations so far. Only time will tell with the smoke composites handguard in relation to possible delamination. Based on reviews they can take a beating. Both companies stand behind their products. Hopefully this helps out. In the pursuit of the lightest possible AR, Smoke Composite comes in and makes taking the weight away even easier. I would one day love to build the lightest AR possible, skeletonized uppers and lowers, smoke composites stock and handguard, V-seven titanium parts and venom defense pistol grips.Apr 15, 2017 · Smoke Composites forms a ring at the front of the handguard, I would guess to protect the front from getting chipped, it would be quite thin otherwise. The inside of the ring measured 1.53 inches, so some suppressors will fit inside the handguard. Don't worry about heat when doing this, the carbon fiber mitigates heat great! Smoke composites sent me one of the 12" M-Lok handguards to review. The first thing I noticed was how spectacular this handguard looked. It has a cool, non-symetrical, look to it. Not the standard grid pattern one would expect. I also noticed the quality put into the handguard. But then I picked it up, and wow, it is light.The New Enforcer Carbon Fiber Handguard is a unique blend of molded carbon fiber and machined aluminum resulting in a never-before seen durable, lightweight AR Handguard. Barrel Nut Included No Timing or Shims required Compatible with AR15 Uppers Required a Low Profile Gas Block Lifetime WarrantyFollow along with this install video to learn how to install a Coda Evolution Lightning Carbon Fiber handguard at home. Installation with proper tools will t...That barrel nut you turned down, tap 4 screw holes in a cross pattern. Repeat this on the carbon fiber tube. Install barrel nut, gas tube, and gas block. Then put the tube on the barrel nut and line up the barrel nut holes to the tube holes and use appropriate sized screws to secure the tube to the nut. Install the gas block (and gas tube), then slide the forend over the nut, ensure the two top rails are aligned, then tighten down the six handguard bolts into the barrel nut. Smoke Composites...(Item Code: 14.5 ENLI 556SG *Available as Rifle only) V SEVEN UPPER PARTS: Enlightened 2055 Lithium-aluminum upper receiver Hyper-light 11" KeyMod or M-LOK handguard w/7068 alum. barrel nut (specify handguard type in comment box on order) 14.5" 5.56 Stainless Lightweight contour fluted barrel w/.625 Titanium gas block Barrel is 1:7-in. twist poly rifling Titanium 5.56 BCG with Titanium firing ... Detailed Comparison: Weight: Tie - both are plenty lightweight. The Coda's 13.5" handguard clocks in at 7.1 oz, Faxon's 13" is 6.9 oz with a Titanium barrel nut and 7.4 oz with a steel barrel nut. Strength: Tie - both seem plenty sturdy enough for banging around in competition or service-grade use, though obviously I advise against using them ...That barrel nut you turned down, tap 4 screw holes in a cross pattern. Repeat this on the carbon fiber tube. Install barrel nut, gas tube, and gas block. Then put the tube on the barrel nut and line up the barrel nut holes to the tube holes and use appropriate sized screws to secure the tube to the nut. .