Stupid Ideas Regarding AR Rail Configurations
Curious to hear about bad ideas for AR rail configurations. There’s a handful of good ways to do things, depending on context and arm/torso length of the shooter. I’m curious what are some universal mistakes we should avoid. Stuff you’ve seen in classes or posted online.
I received feedback in another thread that mounting lights so the body of the light extends past the rail can be a bad idea since it can act as a lever to rip the rail off if you fall. Interesting idea I hadn’t considered.
I also have read that using fixed front sights and lasers can result in the laser splashing back against the front site post.
I’ve long know having the light extend past the muzzle can result in carbon on the light lens but that seems like more of a handgun phenomenon.
Failing to locktite things down is always a mistake.
What other mistakes can you share to help people avoid making a mistake?