r/canadaguns • u/DecentCompetition754 • 20d ago

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Just some updates, I've posted before about different upgrades you can do with the Makasi using mine as a template. This upgrade, I took advantage of what's allowed in the U.S., installed an 11.5 inch barrel and a Haga Defense Brace with Tail Hook.

I like it, but it makes me want to turn it into a proper SBR so I can upgrade to the stock for the Haga.

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u/moonpie_888 20d ago

where did you get the handguard from?

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u/DecentCompetition754 20d ago edited 20d ago

Handguard is a Midwest Industries drop in 2 piece for AR15s. Had to do some dremel work on the delta ring and handguard cap to fit it. Details are on the other reddit page I posted as a link.

Biggest thing with the handguard, the Makasi reciever is slightly taller than an AR15 reciever. Its close enough you won't notice it with the Gun profile, but if you use front and rear sights like Ive got set up, you need to buy an extra long front sight post for the front sight to offset the height difference between the handguard and reciever when aiming.

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u/moonpie_888 20d ago

so in theory you could put any after market handguard on it just need to dremel it some?

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u/DecentCompetition754 20d ago edited 20d ago

In theory.

Best bet would be a free float handguard that clamps to the barrel nut. I suggest using Midwest Industries drop in 2 piece internal diameter measurement as a baseline for any handguard you use. The dremel was used for the Delta ring assembly, as it didnt have clearence for a piston.

"Gen2 Two-Piece Drop-In (Picatinny/Quad Rail):Internal Diameter: 1.3 inchesOutside Dimensions: 2.3 inches wide and 2.44 inches tall"

Height is the important part, you want the handguard as tall as possible. 2.5 would be best, 2.44 is extremely close to the piston.

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u/escv_69420 18d ago

Having it be just a teeny bit taller seems like a big mistake on their part. Like if it was a lot taller because it had to be, so be it. Being just a teeny little bit out seems like a waste.

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u/DecentCompetition754 20d ago

If you look close at the area where the handguard and reciever meet, you can see the height difference I mention.