Between the Hicks and drill and tap, which is better is probably debatable. Not trying to be argumentative, but I would have to see an actual test to believe one is better than the other. Not against the Hicks, but I think it would be cleaner looking to drill and tap. The forearm will be covering it anyways.
Cat, curious what size tap / setscrew are you using? Would a 6-32 be sufficient?
Sorry I forgot to check this thread !
If my memory is correct we used a 8/48 , with small saddle for a wear plate so the screw did not bear on the barrel
Cat
