Just so you guys know, Dlask Arms has some 14.5" AR-15 barrels in right now, government profile, in a 1-8 twist. $220 + shipping. Just bought one to put away for a future build, and I don't think they had many left. 
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Dlask 14.5" Barrels
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alex_40cal
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Thanks for the heads-up. I called DLASK and they raised the concern about new gas block, front post.. I'm a newbie to my AR. Got a S&W M&P-15, with a 17inch barrel (reason why I want a 14.5"er), Carbine length 'cept for the barrel of course.
Would this be a straight barrel "swap", or would I need to address the gas-block, get a new one... Feedback please, if you know.
Thanks!
Would this be a straight barrel "swap", or would I need to address the gas-block, get a new one... Feedback please, if you know.
Thanks!
Alex,
They should be able to swap the barrell for you, but you will have to let them re/re the front FSB (front sight base - gasblock). The 14.5 and 17" should both be standard carbine length gastubes unless S$W uses a midlength gastube???
Model: M&P15
Caliber: 5.56 mm NATO / .223
Action: Gas Operated Semi Automatic
Capacity: 30 Rounds, 5.56 mm or .223
Overall Length: 35" Extended / 32" Compacted
Stock: 6-Position Telescopic
Forend: Thermo-Set M4 Handguard
Sight Length: 14.75"
Barrel Length: 16"
Barrel Twist: 1 in 9"
Weight (No Mag): 6.74 lbs.
Trigger Pull: 7 lbs. (approx.)
Upper/Lower Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
Barrel Material: 4140 Steel
Chromed Components: Barrel Bore, Gas Key, Bolt Carrier
Receiver and Barrel Finish: Hard Coat Black Anodized
Front Sight: Adjustable Post
Rear Sight: Adjustable Dual Aperature
Why dont you just build a 14.5" upper??? lotsa parts available !!!
IMHO I wouldnt want to mess with the factory OEM gasblock but YMMV
Good Luck
I hope they got better QC now, last year I bought a 11.5" barrel from Dlask and the FSB was off center. I didn't return it because I was installing a low profile gas block. Also my my barrel has M1S stamped on it, which tells me it's a Model 1 sales barrel, who are not known for quality.
Are they cromelined ?
Are they cromelined ?
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Check their site.. nice products..
h t t p://www.lothar-walther.com/
i sure did check out their sight and all looks good, just hoping for some CGN experience with the product, reviews on the quality.
Model 1 sales looks good too, but not so good reviews.
alex_40cal
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Thanks Shazam, I guess it's a good time for me to add the low profile block and flip up sights, I've been meaning to change to?
Alex,
They should be able to swap the barrell for you, but you will have to let them re/re the front FSB (front sight base - gasblock). The 14.5 and 17" should both be standard carbine length gastubes unless S$W uses a midlength gastube???
Model: M&P15
Caliber: 5.56 mm NATO / .223
Action: Gas Operated Semi Automatic
Capacity: 30 Rounds, 5.56 mm or .223
Overall Length: 35" Extended / 32" Compacted
Stock: 6-Position Telescopic
Forend: Thermo-Set M4 Handguard
Sight Length: 14.75"
Barrel Length: 16"
Barrel Twist: 1 in 9"
Weight (No Mag): 6.74 lbs.
Trigger Pull: 7 lbs. (approx.)
Upper/Lower Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
Barrel Material: 4140 Steel
Chromed Components: Barrel Bore, Gas Key, Bolt Carrier
Receiver and Barrel Finish: Hard Coat Black Anodized
Front Sight: Adjustable Post
Rear Sight: Adjustable Dual Aperature
Why dont you just build a 14.5" upper??? lotsa parts available !!!
IMHO I wouldnt want to mess with the factory OEM gasblock but YMMV
Good Luck
