For you all that have replaced your pistol grips with any other manufacturer (BCM, Magpul, Ergo, etc.), how was the fit?
I see a lot of posts that say they don’t fit at all on the newer built rifles (in the last couple yrs). I am wanting to change out my pistol grip for a MIAD preferably but would consider others if they fit the best?
Any info from current DD owners that could lead me in the right direction is appreciated…
Thanks
depends on the lower and grip. if its a billet than your options are cut as they usually have a built in trigger guard.
I grip I love is the Stark SE-1 the texture is awesome. I even cut one up to use on a billet. it has a built in wide trigger guard
http://starkequipment.com/Pages/se1-ar/se1-ar.html
but any regular trigger based off the a2 grip should be a drop in replacement
If you like the MIAD grab one and try it. I think the percentage of those who have issues are outweighed heavily by those who don’t. I’ve run MIADs,(currently one two rifles) BCM Mod 1, Hogue, ERGO , A2 and a couple others over the past several years in several lowers of various makes and models and installed numerous grips for friends with few issues. And the issues usually are that the grip is tight getting on the rifle, not that it is a bad fit once it is on there.
Ops - This is just a standard off the shelf DDM4 V5 so I wouldn’t think it would be billet??? But I don’t pick the gun up till this coming Friday so I can’t answer you accurately???
Kain - Thanks for your comments as well. I believe you’re right, I should just buy the grip I like and give it a try. I love reading everyone’s opinions and experiences but I guess I won’t know what I need unless I give it a shot… Thanks again.
If anyone else has some experiences to share please do…
Most any pistol grip will fit without issue.
The MOE+ is an excellent choice.
http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/Magpul-MOE-AR15-M16-Grip-BLACK-p/mag416%20-%20black.htm
On the surface, I would definitely agree with you as any milspec lower should be an easy drop in replacement but, this is just one of the several articles I have ran across that states otherwise???
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_2_382/244420_Grip_Screw_Hole_Misalignment_on_New_DDm4_v5.html
I think I may just buy one to my liking and give it a shot? I don’t know what else to do as opinions vary so much??
Thanks for your comments…
I agree, I used the same grip on my ddm4v1 and love it. The only problem I had was that it was a pain in the ass to screw it in, but it fits great.
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I just put an MOE on my DD and it was a really tight fit getting it around the section that it screws to, shaved a little bit of plastic off the grip. There’s also a slight gap between the grip and trigger guard, but I don’t feel it when I’m shooting.
I am changing out the MOE for a BCM mod3 real soon, so I can report back with fitment findings on that as well
I’d like to see how the new dd grips are, they look nice
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Another vote for the Magpul MOE +, or the BCM grip if you want more of a straight up and down grip. I’ve also heard the new DD grips are pretty nice from those who handled them at SHOT
Yes, please let me know how the BCM fits too… Thanks for your reply…
Me too, I actually like the look of the grip too. I think it may be a while before they (DD) sell them as a separate item??? Wish I could get my hands on one though…
I’m going to feel a few different models when I pick my rifle up Monday. Maybe I will have a better feel for which one I want to try and make fit??
Decided on the BCM Mod 3. Picked it up for a good price and thought I would give it a try? Feels good in the hand so far but haven’t installed it on the rifle yet. Thanks to all those that replied…
Finally got the gunfighter and took some pics in case some people were wondering.
MOE
BCM mod 3
Thanks for the pics. I haven’t had a chance to install mine yet but I hope it pulls up a little tighter than the one you have installed?? Any tips for install?? Thanks again!!
It’s easy. I might try to heat up the tab that goes under the trigger guard to see if it’ll flex a little and suck that grip up tighter
That sounds like it might work? I have read some people trim them off as well? Please let me know which route you go and if not too much trouble include another pic as well?
Thanks for your input!!!
Why do you end every sentence with a question mark? Do you need a confidence boost? Does it feel like your whole life you’ve been searching for something?
Thank you for your contribution to this thread.
Got a chance to install my BCM Mod 3 this evening. Pretty pleased how it turned out. I have a VERY SMALL gap right behind the trigger and I had to open up the grip hole about 1/32" but it went right on and pulled up nice.
I think the only thing keeping it from PERFECT may be the little ear/shelf in the front of the grip. I may take it back off and trim that ear back but I’m pretty pleased with it as is.
Let me know what you guys think? Thanks for all the replies, suggestions and experiences from all of you!!!
You opened up the screw hole a little bit and it fit better? I’ll have to try that since my heating idea didn’t work