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Thread: O.k., who's getting one?: Magpul AFG-2

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    Quote Originally Posted by rob_s View Post
    I think this is important. I don't use one, but I understand the "theory" in the "theory-base product" and I understand how they are intended to be used. I CONSTANTLY come across shooters that buy them, God knows why, only to try and make them work like a vertical grip and wind up frustrated.
    Exactly. I have one, and most people who I let handle my work rifle to try it out end up trying to grip only the angled portion and wrap their thumb around the back. When I tell them to move their hand all the way forward on the AFG and wrap the thumb around the top of the handguard, there's usually a little light-bulb moment. Not for everyone, but it fills the role I use it for better than anything else I've tried.

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    I like the thumb on top. Also because I have light switch on top rail. might try ver.2 when I can chance.

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    I have used both. Got AFG2 to go on a new build. I much prefer the 2. All the changes are subtle but in total make the 2 much better (space saving, feels better due to being thinner, slightly less weight, larger nub locks your hand on it better).

    If you absolutely hated 1 then no need to try 2. They are basically the same but 2 does everything better.

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    I have tried them both, and it is just my opinion, but I dont care for them. I only run 14.5 and 11.5 rifles with carbine length gas systems, and I pretty much just use KAC RIS/RAS rails, so they dont work well for me. If you use one, it feels good, and you like them, then do it. If not, then stick with what feels right.
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    Got a couple of the AFG1 model and they work for me, just got a LaRue bipod and there is not enough room on the rail for both, a Dremel in my hands is a destruction device, I am not allowed to touch those things!

    The AFG1 is 5.55" and the AFG2 is 4.70" long, hope that .85" less with solve my problem!
    Last edited by bruchi; 04-13-11 at 16:00.

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    I run mine as far out as possible. That being said, I 'm thinking about removing the AFG altogether. I think it's extra weight that isn't necessarily needed. If you try holding the rail at the same position with your hand, you can still drive the gun pretty well. That's why I don't think I'll be running VFG in the future either. Just something I noticed more and more people doing.
    Last edited by FChen17213; 04-13-11 at 16:03.

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    I got rid of mine a while ago. I just run a hand stop now. Much cleaner setup that way IMO.

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    I use an AFG-2 with a carbine length upper with a fixed front sight, DD 12.0 FSP handguard, and X300 mounted in at 12 o'clock. You have to be careful when the front sight gets hot and the AFG provides a real solid index so that your thumb doesn't end up getting branded.

    A stubby VFG would serve the same purpose. With no hot front sight post, or with good gloves, I'd be happy to use just a naked handguard. The angle of the AFG is nicest of all the options IMHO, but it's not a deal breaker either way.

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