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It looks and feels great - ODIN Works AR-10 O2 Lite Forend
by
Jackal,
from TX, United States
Written on March 15, 2021
Jackal's Review of ODIN Works AR-10 O2 Lite Forend
I really had my eyes set on this handguard before I even began the AR10 build. I really liked the way that the adapter joins the barrel nut much like a large jam nut so there is no reason for clocking. Also the instructions were very thorough. If I had any complaint, it was that the 6 o'clock screws are VERY easy to strip. Luckily, they sell the adapter as well as the barrel nut separate so I was good to go.
Instructions from Odin Works: The specs are non-critical so hand tight and 1/8 turn past for the 3 and 9 o'clock. At the 6 o'clock I recommend adding vibratite to the threads and only go hand tight. The lower portion of the barrel nut adapter only has 2 full threads, so if over-tightened the steel screw will pull out the threads. If you have any other questions feel free to send them on over.
Instead of Vibratite, I used Rocksett and torched it to lock the 6 o'clock nuts in place. I got to about 27 in/lbs on the side nuts and didn't feel comfortable over that, and maybe only 15 in/lbs on the bottom nuts. This is purely my experience so all I'm saying is be careful. Otherwise, the customer service was phenomenal and they answered every question that i had. The feel and look of this handguard is pretty awesome and if I can find one for my AR15 I 'll probably put one on it.
Pros:
Looks, build quality
Cons:
Adapter nuts on the bottom
Best Used for:
All of the above
Would Recommend:
Yes
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I love building ANYTHING, from chemical research, compter engineering, electrical engineering, all forms of audio, and even microcode.
Does it cost more to custom build? For the most part yes, but that is what makes it yours. You know every part, its strengths and hopefully no weaknesses. Its alot like car work. I hamdle ALL maintenance on mine as well as my wifes vehicle.
When someone else does it its not the same. They normally dont check every little detail like I do, since it is MINE. Ive seen too many almost catistrophic yet tiny mistakes made service departments. I believe this to be true of prebuilt ARs as well. If someone all day builds the same gun over and over again, eventually something may be overlooked. Besides they are building a gun for anyone. Not just for you. I enjoy having to show my friends how to use my gun vs their prebuilt AR.