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Scattergun Bob · February 6, 2010, 04:11 PM

I don't think it is a "have to" more a "want to" decision. Looking at pictures of your extension tube, it looks much like the single piece fixed thread nut type that has become popular. The original design "pioneered" by scattergun technologies did not have a clamp. I have some of those that are 18+ years in service and going strong. Understand I am only speaking of THICK WALL short extensions.

If you choose to use a mag clamp and are concerned with marring barrel finish, HERE is a trick. There is a product called Plastic Dip, only apply lightly to the inside of the mag clamp, only apply 1 coat, (Follow the directions) it will apply a no melt on burn, mar-less surface to your clamp. It is not totally solvent resistant so every so often you may have to repeat.

Good Luck with your project, and be safe

February 6, 2010, 04:11 PM	#3
Scattergun Bob Senior Member Join Date: February 29, 2008 Location: Nine Mile Falls, Washington Posts: 1,186	Hoss Delgado I don't think it is a "have to" more a "want to" decision. Looking at pictures of your extension tube, it looks much like the single piece fixed thread nut type that has become popular. The original design "pioneered" by scattergun technologies did not have a clamp. I have some of those that are 18+ years in service and going strong. Understand I am only speaking of THICK WALL short extensions. If you choose to use a mag clamp and are concerned with marring barrel finish, HERE is a trick. There is a product called Plastic Dip, only apply lightly to the inside of the mag clamp, only apply 1 coat, (Follow the directions) it will apply a no melt on burn, mar-less surface to your clamp. It is not totally solvent resistant so every so often you may have to repeat. Good Luck with your project, and be safe __________________ First, with the most, WINS! Regards, Scattergun Bob Last edited by Scattergun Bob; February 6, 2010 at 04:24 PM.