MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber Large Frame Handguard - 15" $319.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact ... Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2347494 #unitedguntubernetwork FFL Elite Coursehttps://www.ffl-elite.com/?ref=c4bb7e https://lbry.tv/@BigDre357#1 New Websitew... 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 ...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. 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 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.-HANDGUARD (CHOOSE ONE) 16" Lancer Carbon Fiber Handguard; Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber Gen 3 Handguard; Upgrading the handguard provides more surface area for your hand to grip making it easier to maneuver and wield your firearm. Carbon fiber provides strength and durability while also reducing overall weight. -GRAND MASTER GRIP ON HANGUARD ... 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 ...Smoke Composites, Minden, Nevada. 6,976 likes · 17 talking about this. Smoke Composites is dedicated to making the most exceptional and advanced carbon fiber components fo 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 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.4″ CompXtension / Handguard Combo (BARREL NOT INCLUDED) $ 425.00. Save a little dough by purchasing the 4″ CompXtension and 14″ Maxamundi/Smoke Composites Handguard together. Thread Pattern. Choose an option 1/2-28 1/2-36. Finish.The AR-15 Carbon Fiber Handguard from Smoke Composites is an incredibly light weight handguard. Because of carbon fiber’s low thermal mass, and high thermal conductivity, the shooter can send hundreds of rounds through the rifle without worrying about the handguard heating up. Comes in 10″ and 12″ lengths, compatible with Magpul M-LOK 3 ...HANDGUARDS | smokecompositesI 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.Firearm Discussion and Resources from AR-15, AK-47, Handguns and more! Buy, Sell, and Trade your Firearms and Gear. 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.-HANDGUARD (CHOOSE ONE) 16" Lancer Carbon Fiber Handguard; Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber Gen 3 Handguard; Upgrading the handguard provides more surface area for your hand to grip making it easier to maneuver and wield your firearm. Carbon fiber provides strength and durability while also reducing overall weight. -GRAND MASTER GRIP ON HANGUARD ... Yes, the VTAC Troy handguard is almost identical, but it uses the milspec barrel nut, which is simpler to install, but it isn't nearly as beefy as the ALG barrel nut. Thetanir • 1 min. ago. u/AccomplishedFarm8 - Did you ever find a good alternative? I'm on the same path, google led me here.Yes, the VTAC Troy handguard is almost identical, but it uses the milspec barrel nut, which is simpler to install, but it isn't nearly as beefy as the ALG barrel nut. Thetanir • 1 min. ago. u/AccomplishedFarm8 - Did you ever find a good alternative? I'm on the same path, google led me here. 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.#60daypcccountdown 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 ...MEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber PCC Handguard - 15" $279.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact Instagram ...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.Feb 4, 2023 · 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. 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 actiMEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber PCC Handguard - 14" $269.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact Instagram ...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. Ultralight AR-15 Handguard System. Handguards $ 250.00 – $ 300.00. Rated 5.00 out of 5. Select options. No products in the cart.Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber Free Float Handguards - AR15. Was: $280.00. Now: $225.00.(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 ...Smoke Composites makes advanced carbon fiber AR, PCC and 308 components. Free-floating hand guards, butt stocks, and more. Lightest in the industry.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 ...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. Get a better grip on your weapon with one of the slimmest gas handguards in existence. A CODA Evolution handguard feels great in your hands and provides TOTAL control of your weapon. The octagonal shape sits solid on barricades and platforms to give you a distinct advantage when your shots count the most. With the added advantage of M-LOK on ... 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.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.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.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 ...0:00 / 12:53 AR-15 Carbon Fiber Handguard Install (plus barrel, gas block, and gas tube) JustTheOtherDave 108 subscribers Subscribe 2.5K views 2 years ago Installing a Coda Evolution...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 actiMEET SMOKE COMPOSITES. CONTACT; More. View Cart: (0) Home. Carbon Fiber PCC Handguard - 14" $269.00 Price. Add to Cart. FOLLOW US: Contact Instagram ...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 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] new excellent condition 15” MLok CF rail for SIG MPX. Cost $300+ new. This thing is extremely lightweight but solid as a rock. Perfect for PCC competition shootingSame boat as you with the PCC. I have an x400 waiting to go on the Isler 15" carbon fiber tube at 12'clock once they get the next batch or two ready. Currently have the light/laser mounted on the bottom rail until the carbon fiber tube comes in. With the factory handguard the x400 takes up 3/4 of the 510c window when mounted on top.Apr 11, 2020 · 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. #60daypcccountdown 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 ...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.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. 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 ... 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 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.Placed an order to enroll in CODA’s black friday secret sale, moments after the link was sent. After three instances of contacting them, winners were never selected for their refund (slide 7/8 + 8/8) Handguard was received with a few cosmetic flaws as well. I requested and received a return label, but between the shitty trunnion screws, lack ... -HANDGUARD (CHOOSE ONE) 16" Lancer Carbon Fiber Handguard; Smoke Composites Carbon Fiber Gen 3 Handguard; Upgrading the handguard provides more surface area for your hand to grip making it easier to maneuver and wield your firearm. Carbon fiber provides strength and durability while also reducing overall weight. -GRAND MASTER GRIP ON HANGUARD ... 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 ... Carbon Fiber Handguards. Smoke Composites free-floating, carbon fiber handguards are designed with weight and comfort in mind. The material and shape are optimized to help create the lightest, most ergonomic handguards available. FIND OUT MORE. 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 shippedApr 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! Jun 6, 2020 · 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. SIG MPX® Carbon Handguard. $ 195.75 – $ 430.34. Lancer’s Carbon Fiber Handguard for the Sig Sauer MPX® is a lightweight M-LOK compatible upgrade for the standard OEM aluminum handguard. The LCH-MPX installs easily – utilizing the OEM mounting hardware – while being approximately 40% lighter than the original factory handguard.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 actiProduct 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 ...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 ...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 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 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. 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.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 ... Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2347494 #unitedguntubernetwork FFL Elite Coursehttps://www.ffl-elite.com/?ref=c4bb7e https://lbry.tv/@BigDre357#1 New Websitew...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 shippedJun 24, 2020 · Here is a picture of my Sig MPX PCC with a long Smoke composite handguard. I can certainly tell that my transitions will be more quicker with the smaller diameter handguard. I just got this yesterday. Easy to put on. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk. Placed an order to enroll in CODA’s black friday secret sale, moments after the link was sent. After three instances of contacting them, winners were never selected for their refund (slide 7/8 + 8/8) Handguard was received with a few cosmetic flaws as well. I requested and received a return label, but between the shitty trunnion screws, lack ... 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.4″ CompXtension Barrel/Handguard Combo (9mm) Rated 5.00 out of 5. $ 550.00 Select options.Ultralight Handguard System. JAG Composites Ultralight handguard system uses carbon fiber construction that is 40% lighter than a standard carbon fiber handguard and features our unique profile with M-LOK slots. This system includes titanium mounting screws, a crow’s foot torque wrench adapter, alignment tool and titanium mounting hardware.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.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.Smoke Composites makes advanced carbon fiber AR, PCC and 308 components. Free-floating hand guards, butt stocks, and more. Lightest in the industry. HANDGUARDS | smokecompositesI'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.
Nov 11, 2022 · 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. . When is atandt internet coming back on
Feb 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 ... Get a better grip on your weapon with one of the slimmest gas handguards in existence. A CODA Evolution handguard feels great in your hands and provides TOTAL control of your weapon. The octagonal shape sits solid on barricades and platforms to give you a distinct advantage when your shots count the most. With the added advantage of M-LOK on ... 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.Line up one of the threaded holes of the barrel nut, with the top of the receiver. Now put your low profile gas block and gas tube on. Then slide the handguard over the barrel nut. Loosely install the 6 supplied screws into the holes. Line the handguard up, and tighten down the screws. Now your done with the installation.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! Apr 25, 2020 · 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… 4″ CompXtension Barrel/Handguard Combo (9mm) Rated 5.00 out of 5. $ 550.00 Select options. Apr 28, 2015 · The only way I could see to beat the weight of a Smoke Composites’ stock would be to have a carbon fiber carbine/rifle length buffer tube without any butt stock attachment at all. The idea is somewhat similar to what is done for AR ‘pistol’ builds, but with a recoil system adequate for a full size. Nov 11, 2022 · 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. 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. Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2347494 #unitedguntubernetwork FFL Elite Coursehttps://www.ffl-elite.com/?ref=c4bb7e https://lbry.tv/@BigDre357#1 New Websitew... How interesting: Palmetto State Armory has put up a video of how to install a handguard... after they voided my warranty for "modifying" my PA10 rifle... by installing a new handguard. Of course, my PA10 needed warranty work because there were too many burrs in the chamber to even feed ammunition, but that didn't seem to matter.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!I have a smoke composites for both of my AR 308 and wwsd. It is a very nice handguard, very light, titanium barrel nut. My only word of advice is not to get it cerekoted, because it is a bitch to get back on .