Why Don't They Make a Pistol Brace Like This...

[Doc Safari]

My frustration with AR pistol braces comes from the fact that there really isn't one that is the best of all worlds.

--I like the KAK brace but it requires a special buffer tube
--I like the SBA3 brace because it uses the milspec buffer tube, but I hate the rubber "flaps"
--I like the Tailhook 2 brace because of the hinged design, but it uses a proprietary buffer tube

So, this morning I emailed SB Tactical requesting they make a brace that uses the mil spec buffer tube but has a hinged design more like the Tailhook 2. I even stated I'd be happy with one that uses a set screw like the KAK brace if that was necessary for legality.

I'll post SB's response, if any.

[tehpwnag3]

SBA4 improved the rubber flap deal. The profile is narrower at the bottom and they don't fold onto each other like the 3 does. There is a mod for this. The only downside is the weight and not sure about the 3, but the 4 needs an Allen wrench to remove.

SB and KAK have different NFA interpretations for their products. KAK needs the setscrew, SB can be adjustable. I believe this is because of how they were submitted for evaluation. I greatly prefer the adjustability of SB. Plus, it feels closer to a real stock.

[Doc Safari]

SBA4 improved the rubber flap deal. The profile is narrower at the bottom and they don't fold onto each other like the 3 does. There is a mod for this. The only downside is the weight and not sure about the 3, but the 4 needs an Allen wrench to remove.

SB and KAK have different NFA interpretations for their products. KAK needs the setscrew, SB can be adjustable. I believe this is because of how they were submitted for evaluation. I greatly prefer the adjustability of SB. Plus, it feels closer to a real stock.

Can I just swap out the SBA4 for the SBA3? You mention a "mod". What is that?

[turnburglar]

You're way over playing the 'flaw' of the SBA3.


Have you ever actually shot one?


It is the most perfect brace ever invented.

[Doc Safari]

You're way over playing the 'flaw' of the SBA3.


Have you ever actually shot one?


It is the most perfect brace ever invented.

Truth be told: I just literally picked up the BCM lower yesterday at about 5:30 pm. I just thought the rubber flaps on the SBA3 looked really Mickey Mouse like they wouldn't last more than a few range sessions.

So, yes, I'm a newbie toward the SBA3.

[tehpwnag3]

Yes, you can swap it out.

Link to Splitfix: http://lcequipped.com/sba3-splitfix-...encompany-com/

Can I just swap out the SBA4 for the SBA3? You mention a "mod". What is that?

[MistWolf]

I will heartily second the recommendation for the Split Fix for the SBA3. I have the Split Fix on my SBA3 on an AR that I shoot the most. The Split fix stiffens the rubber flap and protects them. I don't know why SB Tactical doesn't just equip the SBA3 with a Split Fix right from the start.

The Tailhook Two would be a strong competitor against the SBA3 if they made it compatible with standard REs.

[tehpwnag3]

Me, personally, I've shot both before choosing which one I wanted to buy and much prefer the SBA4. Better cheek weld and I prefer the narrow taper at the bottom. I do prefer the weight (~4oz lighter), length (~1.5" shorter) and looks of the 3. Both are great and, IMO, blow away the KAK brace overall. KAK has superior lightness. ETA: And conceal-ability. SB's are pretty chunky.

You're way over playing the 'flaw' of the SBA3.


Have you ever actually shot one?


It is the most perfect brace ever invented.

[Five_Point_Five_Six]

If you have a SBA3 that you're happy with, I don't know that I'd dump it for a SBA4, but when I needed a second brace I didn't hesitate to order the SBA4 instead of another SBA3 because in my opinion it's the best brace on the market.

[Doc Safari]

If you have a SBA3 that you're happy with, I don't know that I'd dump it for a SBA4, but when I needed a second brace I didn't hesitate to order the SBA4 instead of another SBA3 because in my opinion it's the best brace on the market.

Can you buy just the brace? Every place I looked you have to buy the receiver extension and everything. The pistol already came with the SBA3 brace, RE, and everything.