Just wondering what style everyone likes, or if they like them at all? If you want to say which brand you prefer in a post thats fine. I’m wanting to try the new TangoDown shorty with QD.
I’ve been playing with them for awhile now, but honestly, I’m starting to drift back to none as that is what I’m so used to from my ARMY days. Guess thats why I want to try the shorty, less obtrusive.
standard size is really only usefull for storage purposes(over the stubbby) as far as i can tell.
i use the full size to hold spare X300 batteries,but the stubby would be slightly lighter and less obtrusive while offering all the grip i need.
I’ll give that a +1.
For me, it depends on the rifle and it’s application.
For a GP fighting carbine, a stubby TD vertical grip works well with hand partially on the handguards and thumb on the light.
On a SBR with short handguards not much room for my hand, a standard TD vert grip might be my choice.
And on a 20" A4 type build or a SPR setup, not sure one is necessary at all.
I’m running a fullsize TD grip on my carbine right now, although just because I already had it and a stubby was backordered.
It is personal preference. I wil say that I was a long time VG user and then stopped and feel that I am a faster, more accurate shooter now.
C4
The VFG can provide some additional options. Larry Vickers demonstrates a low light transition technique employing the down carbine as the light source from the support side while engaging with the pistol SHO - a vert grip helps with this method.
+1, not using one at all right now. But I am not against using them, and would have no problem using one again if I’m in a situation where it’s helpful.
I can prone out and use the long one as a monopod on top of my fist. This is a little technque I came up with (as I am sure others have) that helps get that long shot down range a little more accurately.
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I had them on several AR’s and took them off all of them. I feel like the gun is more stable without it. But that’s just me.
I have the Grip Pod with the deployable bi-pod and I like it a lot. You didn’t have an other in your poll or I would have voted.
On the other hand, I sometimes leave it off…I guess it depends on if I’m feeling tactical that day or not!!!:D:D:D
Right now it’s a stubby for me.
-RD62
I use a VFG to aid in control of the gun during high heat shooting sessions. Even a LaRue rail with covers heats up pretty bad, especially during hot and sunny weather. Since I don’t usually wear gloves, the VFG is there to grab when the rail becomes too hot to use a “3-gun” grip with (thumb wrapped up top, index finger pointing forward). For this purpose, I need a large grip, so none of my fingers have to make heavy contact with the rail.
I also use a VFG to aid a bit in the “pull” back into my shoulder during close-in drills. I’m currently using a method of a three gun grip combined with a VFG (thumb wrapped around top of rail to bring recoil down, index finger pointing up 9’oclock to guide the gun, and my other three fingers on the VFG pulling the gun tight into my shoulder) At this point, the gun is 100% controllable, and I’ve found my only limit is my trigger finger’s ability to keep up with my aim. Vertical recoil is kept in check by my thumb on top, the gun is kept in my shoulder by the three fingers on the VFG, and the extended index finger guides the gun accurately to each point.
For that purpose, I only really need a stubby VFG, but seeing as how I need a full size grip for a hot gun, and it can store more batteries, parts, lube, etc, then I’m strongly in the “full size” VFG camp. Right now, I’m running a KAC grip on one gun, and a LaRue FUG with flared bottom on the other gun.
+1 (and strong side as well). it’s really helpful to me in this regard if the rifle is equipped with a standard type light arrangement. if it’s equipped with a tape or rail mounted switch it proves neither a help or hindrance.
it does help to index the support hand in the SAME place every time, which helps my accuracy and makes light activation more controlled and accurate. it is also useful in correctly/consistently holding the rifle while while shooting support side. sometimes, without that known locating point on the handguard, my transitions to the support side are a bit inconsistent. and while shooting in this less-than-ideal state, i can use all the help i can get.
If you shoot with gloves on, you won’t have any more heat concerns. If you are NOT shooting with gloves on, you should start.
C4
I have limited movement with my left wrist so a VG works better for me. I use a FUG with the middle cap.
Grant, do you always shoot with gloves?
Almost always. The simple reason is that there are so many sharp edges on guns and gear to get cut on and so many hot surfaces just inches away from ones hand. Not to mention that you HAVE to wear gloves in the winter months in most of the country. So becoming used to and training with gloves is a must in my book.
C4
I have limited movement with my left wrist so a VG works better for me.
shooting without a VFG is hard on my support wrist as well.its not a problem just to pull up and take an occasional shot/s…but for prolonged sessions with my AR,trying to stay on target becomes difficult.it feels like im contorting my support wrist to get the proper hold.
I agree it really is a good thing to do. And if you haven’t been doing it, it can be a real eye opener.
-RD62
From reading how some shooters seem to ditch it later, I’m reluctant to try.
I’m also a cheap no0b. 
I’ll just keep gripping the handguards all the way forward, thumb on top.