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Runhard - Swap receivers. Almost every solution involving either a handguard rail or an extended/drop mount will cost as much as swapping to a flattop, yet it won't add the same versatility to the weapon. Any of the free float handguards will require just as much effort from the armorer as swapping receivers. And - not that I expect your department to spend the money on it (especially since it looks like they're not willing to get the right tool for the job in the first place) but Eotechs/Aimpoints mounted forward of the carrying handle usually won't allow an NVD (or the new magnifiers) to be mounted behind them. To stick another nail in the coffin: although eye relief for the Eotech/Aimpoints is not (not supposed to be anyway) an issue, some shooters are uncomfortable with their optics mounted so far from their eye. The only (IMNSHO) drawback to flattops is the requirement to purchase BUIS's. Hope these additional points help weight your argument. My .02 - Peregrino
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