Just say no to the VFG… (unless you have a tommygun)
B
I do wear gloves also - I use a pair of Youngstown Carpenter gloves which have exposed thumb index and middle fingers. I run a TD VG and have a box with a couple of styles dating back to the turn of the century - I always wanted to say that. But I always find myself grasping the magwell … go figure? I dont think its so much a CDI factor but I can control a hi-volume string better with a VG. But I also do ok with out it … a VG just has become part of my 'bine.
Michael
Agreed. However, I do get a hoot out of watching some people break out the gloves on the range, that they would never otherwise use. If you would deploy your carbine with bare hands, do some training that way as well.
My duty carbine lacks a VFG, but I can see arguments both ways.
I’m very back and forth. I think it’s use-specific. They’re relatively affordable, and may offer you something you like. It can be removed if you don’t prefer it. It can be added if you like it better with.
For me, it seems like the VFG is more useful indoors, and less needed when operating outside.
As well, as soon as I mount a light on the carbine, on a non-offset mount, the weapon is immediately rendered very un-ergodynamic.
It’s very, VERY subjective.
Every now and again, I opt to go without, and then quickly return.
I just ordered a stubby because I have my M4 primary for home defense. May need to pull the rifle in closer and use the stubby to help.
When first using a VFG, it felt like I had less lateral stability. But I very quickly got used to it and now like how I can hold the rifle securely to my shoulder while having my thumb available for operating the tac light.
It also makes it easier for the women in my family to handle the rifle with their smaller hands and weaker grip. If I’m not home when SHTF or other problem arises, I want the girls to be as confident, competent and comfortable as possible with the weapons at hand.