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Should I convert a standard AR to a flat-top

2K views 4 replies 5 participants last post by  Darkker 
#1 ·
I have an Olympic 9mm Carbine, which I like...but, It is that A1-A3 style (carrying handle). I have a scope mount on it, but the scope lines up sorta funky to the eye.

I've thought of getting altering it by cutting the carrying handle off and putting on a picatinny rail. I'd have the smith leave the rear sight in place.

Is it a crazy thought?
 
#2 ·
While I'm not all that familiar with what's available in 9mm on that platform, you may be $$ ahead, or a push, just getting a new upper in flat top config - if available.

I have an Armalite AR10 with the carry handle for which I got a scope mount attached to it. It works, but I wish it was a flat top from the start.
 
#5 ·
Agree, just get a new upper. Stripped you should only pay @ $70.
Put the BCG in the new upper and, VIOLA!
 
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