 JTrusty
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Posted: 12/2/2010 11:15:57 AM
GS-3150 | Stubby VFG - Coming Soon!
We have had numerous requests for a shorty VFG and even though it has been on the white board for quite some time, we decided that with the increased amount of requests it was time to bump it up the list. Samples are currently being cut and T&E units will be shipping out shortly. Our goal was to create a short VFG to be used as a reference point which can be used in conjunction with our hand stops to provide a consistent, repeatable hold on the weapon. This is a no frills, no bells and whistles implementation designed to mount rock solid and give a lifetime of service to the end user. It is being machined from billet 6061 T6 aluminum and has been cored out to save weight. We have modified our standard interface to allow the VFG to mount as a rock on mount instead of a slide on mount like previous iterations in this line up. This will make installation quicker and easier. Height has been set at 2.25" above the rail surface which is equivalent to a shorty TD without the tail cap.Furthermore, it features the same contour as all our low profile components which mate flush with standard Tango Down rail panels for a clean, smooth, uninterrupted rail space. 
Price has yet to be determined, but we are shooting for the $60 - $70 dollar mark which is on par or below equivalent offerings.  |
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Posted: 12/3/2010 3:59:18 AM
That is so freakin awesome dude! Nicely done! It looks more like a piece of tactical CNC art than a piece of gear. I really like it!!!
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bigtexan11764
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Posted: 12/3/2010 11:17:23 PM
[Last Edit: 12/6/2010 10:39:31 AM by bigtexan11764]
This is an elegant and thoughtfully engineered vertical grip! I volunteer for testing and evaluation!
Please update us when they are available so the hive can order. |
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Ghost-1
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Posted: 12/5/2010 9:51:01 PM
[Last Edit: 12/5/2010 9:51:11 PM by Ghost-1]
Man I like what I see here, hell I would be happy to try one out and play with it.
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Posted: 12/9/2010 7:48:30 AM
Looks really nice!
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Dogs_of_War
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Posted: 12/11/2010 3:07:43 PM
When are these gunna be available?!
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bigtexan11764
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Posted: 12/17/2010 8:08:07 PM
Jason,
Enough of the tease! |
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Luopo
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Posted: 12/17/2010 8:44:25 PM
I'd buy two, one in black and another in FDE to match my handstops I got from you :)
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Posted: 12/22/2010 11:06:25 AM
I'm currently using your hand stops with LaRue FUGs in the above configuration.
I will switch from the FUGs to your VFG if you're designing this VFG to fit tight against the edge of the 'hand stop'. Are you engineering it not have gaps when using them together? |
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Stickman
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Posted: 12/29/2010 2:58:36 PM
Is it Tuesday yet?
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Luopo
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Posted: 12/29/2010 4:28:50 PM
Originally Posted By Stickman:
Is it Tuesday yet? I know this eludes to some other thread and I've been here long enough that I should know it, but...? |
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Posted: 12/30/2010 4:53:06 PM
Originally Posted By Stickman:
Is it Tuesday yet? Don't remind me. I'm trying to stop counting Tuesdays. |
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Posted: 1/1/2011 10:49:52 AM
Originally Posted By SamColt:
I'm currently using your hand stops with LaRue FUGs in the above configuration. I will switch from the FUGs to your VFG if you're designing this VFG to fit tight against the edge of the 'hand stop'. Are you engineering it not have gaps when using them together? If you put them tight against each other there won't be much room for your hand between them. In order to run them like the above configuration, you'll still need a panel to fill the gap to create the desired distance. |
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Flashbang1063
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Posted: 1/2/2011 3:33:20 PM
[Last Edit: 1/2/2011 9:37:23 PM by Flashbang1063]
Dear Jason G Trusty,
Do you realize how much I must spend on my GF's Christmas and birthday presents in order to justify the amount of money I am about to spend on your products?!?!
P.S. - Keep up the great work...form and function...you keep knocking it out of the park with each new release! Edited to add: Order placed at 1541 hrs, 1619 hrs order was packaged and ready to ship, delivery confirmation number received at 2120 hrs....and today is Sunday! |
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bigtexan11764
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Posted: 1/8/2011 2:23:27 PM
[Last Edit: 1/15/2011 2:53:38 PM by bigtexan11764]
Jason,
Any updates on the Gear Sector vertical grip from the testing and evaluation or any new photos? |
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Stickman
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Posted: 1/26/2011 9:33:01 PM
Come on man, start slapping people around and make things happen!
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Posted: 2/1/2011 4:58:18 PM
[Last Edit: 2/1/2011 4:58:47 PM by Policetacteam]
The latest word I had was as of 1-27-11, Jason has approved final samples and full production run has begun. Expect parts on the shelves in two weeks. =)
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Luopo
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Posted: 2/1/2011 6:39:19 PM
[Last Edit: 2/1/2011 6:40:13 PM by Luopo]
Originally Posted By Policetacteam:
The latest word I had was as of 1-27-11, Jason has approved final samples and full production run has begun. Expect parts on the shelves in two weeks. =) Sweet! I'd really like to see a pic of the VFG butted up against their handstop to gauge how much finger room is between the two  |
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Lumpy196
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Posted: 2/3/2011 6:40:31 PM
Looks PERFECT for what I need.
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Posted: 2/9/2011 11:07:23 PM
I am in awe by your ability to get stuff done..... functional, effective and affordable! You're the man!
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Lancelot
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Posted: 2/15/2011 1:59:12 AM
This looks really good.
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Hank
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Posted: 2/19/2011 12:29:31 PM
Originally Posted By Policetacteam:
The latest word I had was as of 1-27-11, Jason has approved final samples and full production run has begun. Expect parts on the shelves in two weeks. =) Has it been two weeks? |
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Petey1
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Posted: 2/21/2011 5:11:36 PM
They're on the website, but aren't listed as in stock. Did I miss the boat on the first batch....or have they not been listed yet? I clicked on the "notify me please" button for the FDE stubby, I'm looking forward to trying one of these out.
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CTbuilder1
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Posted: 2/21/2011 5:14:39 PM
Very nice.
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JTrusty
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Posted: 2/21/2011 5:15:57 PM
They're on the website, but aren't listed as in stock. Did I miss the boat on the first batch....
Negative. We are very close to having the first production run available. Being this close, we put the listing up so people could get on the notification list. I clicked on the "notify me please" button for the FDE stubby, I'm looking forward to trying one of these out.
You will be notified via email just as soon as they are in stock and ready to ship. For the record, black will be available first. All other colors 2-3 weeks later.
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CTbuilder1
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Posted: 2/21/2011 5:22:53 PM
How did you decide on the length? I ended up cutting a TD grip to this length on my rifle. I find it ideal for a VFG.
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