I just ordered a stainless steel barrel nut for my regular steel smooth nut rifle by mistake. Other than the contrasting colors, is there a down side to using this combination?
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I just ordered a stainless steel barrel nut for my regular steel smooth nut rifle by mistake. Other than the contrasting colors, is there a down side to using this combination?
No downside. Just a fashion statement.Quote:
Originally Posted by Szumi
Tell 'em it's a racing stripe.
They have black and white keys on a piano and you get some beautiful music!
Custom!
I bought a stainless barrel lug by mistake...
BBQ Black
What's that? Something I could use to blacken SS trigger guards?Quote:
Originally Posted by Rivethead
My 11/12 has a blue action, SS recoil lug, blue nut and a SS barrel, shoots just fine!, oh and it looks GOOD too!
My 10 is built the same way, a looker and a shooter!Quote:
Originally Posted by wrench man
Did anyone that mixed steel with stainless use anti-seize on the threads?
You can, but really no special need. I always put a lil' anti-seize or oil on the threads and you are good to go regardless of barrel or receiver material.
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I would ALWAYS use anti-sieze with stainless steel.Quote:
Originally Posted by Szumi