Hand Saver
Bought this for a CMR30 which has very sharp rail. Easy to install and adjust wish it was a little longer. More intuitive to use, I think, than a vertical grip. Seemed a little pricey but it seems solid and well made.
Interesting
First off, super easy to install and modify. I removed the index finger ledge and put the smooth one in. Little funky at first, but a couple minutes of adjusting my hold and the position of the grip on the rail and it was easy to get used to. The only thing that is still bugging me is the length of the grip. Not the length on the rail, but it feels like the angled part of the grip could be a little longer to fit the whole palm and fingers without the pinky hanging off. Other than that, as stated in other reviews, it looks good, its tough and a great accessory to your AR platform. Dont hesitate on this one!
buy it
as most magpul items a lil to expensive for being plastic. very sturdy, heavy duty, will not break under abuse. good ergonomics and comfortable
AFG grip suggestion
As mentioned in some of the other reviews this really works best on a mid-length or full-length handguard. However, I figured out a solution for my carbine with a YHM handguard that works very well. I mounted the grip so that the front of the grip assembly is just slightly forward of the rear of the bayonet lug. (See picture) This gives a reach similar to a mid-length and it is very comfortable for me. (I take a 34"/35" shirt sleeve and am 6') There is no weakness with the attachment when mounted like this. I did have to very slightly relieve to top edges of the grip to clear the screws at the front of YHM handguard. The AFG gives very good control when tracking targets.
excellent product
gives a comfortable angle over the VFG.
Very Ergonomic
I just received my AFG in dark earth color today. It looks great on my M4! The angle of the grip naturally conforms to my wrist and hand position on my rifle. As advertised, the angled grip greatly improved my "thumb break" hold as compared to my vertical grip. Very ergonomic design. For my medium build the grip gives me less stress on my reaction arm, wrist and hand and the angle allows me to pull the rifle butt tight into my shoulder for a more stable shooting position. The downside is that it would be a bit difficult to use tactical lights when using this grip... especially if one prefers to use the end cap to activate it momentarily. However if the pressure tape is used and depending on the position of the tape, there probably won't be a problem. If not for my issue with using tac lights with this grip, I'd give it five stars.
AFG Not so good on a Carbine
The grip its self is great but for it to be used to its fullest potential it needs to be at least on a mid-length forearm. The carbine rail is too short in my opinion for the AFG and will put your hand in a unnatural position. Once it is moved out further away then it feels great and is a fast pointer. I will run it on there until I can get a longer (rifle length) forearm. This may work great for people with very short arms but @ 6'2" not for me. The AFG is made great and and is made in America!
MAGPUL AFG
fits great with no gaps took 30 secs to install. the removable finger shelf was a plus. It should come in two sizes tho I found it alittle small for my bigger hand. would like to see it have a built in switch and wire for Surefire lighting
perfect
I just recently put this on my patrol rifle, and have had several opportunities to use it. I find that it is easier to manipulate the weapon than with a traditional fore grip.
Recommended
I've been looking for a front handgrip for my patrol rifle for a while and am glad I waited. When I saw this one, I liked the idea of the angled grip, but was a little apprehensive that it was so inexpensive. I firmly believe that you get what you pay for. I decided to give it a try because it is made by Magpull who is known for quality and backed by Brownells who has a no hassle return policy. I was not disappointed. This handgrip is very well made. I compare it to the grip on my Glock 27. My pinky finger even hangs off the bottom just like my Glock. My only complaint is that it does not conform closely to my front handgrip.
