PSA upper and A1 handguards

[Storm40]

Can I get this psa upper and put A1 (triangular) handguards on it? I assume I can, but would like some reassurance I spend the money. Sorry for such a basic question, but when it comes to ARs, I am a complete novice.

 

[aquaman]

Yes, the cap will fit the a1 handguards but the barrel profile/gas block is wrong for what you want to do

 

[NateIU10]

I believe you'll need a triangle handguard end cap.

 

[Storm40]

Yes, the cap will fit the a1 handguards but the barrel profile/gas block is wrong for what you want to do

Would you mind educating me on why? I thought 20" was standard for an a1/a2 and this would fit the bill.

 

[Catch-10-22]

A1s had a pencil (thin) barrel while A2s have a heavier government profile. So if you are going for the full retro look, it would be funky.

 

[Biggfoot44]

The bbl profile would not be nearly as distracting as the flat top upper. ( And unless someone can point me towrds an A1 style removable handle , the wrong sight also. )

 

[Storm40]

Im not going for 100% accuracy (obviously). It is more of an homage. I just like the old style grips, stock and fore ends. Im gonna put a removable carry handle on it, but I wanted the flat top in case I ever decided to put an optic on it.

I did some research an I can get the triangular handguard cap that will accommodate the .75 barrel.

 

[aquaman]

Im not going for 100% accuracy (obviously). It is more of an homage. I just like the old style grips, stock and fore ends. Im gonna put a removable carry handle on it, but I wanted the flat top in case I ever decided to put an optic on it.

I did some research an I can get the triangular handguard cap that will accommodate the .75 barrel.

I think it will come with the triangle cap. IIRC most 20" barrels use that style, but the a1 handguards will fit the circular cap.