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12/9/2002 1:15:21 PM EDT
Hello all, looks like a great site.  

My question.  I have Houge grips on my AR and while comfortable I hate the way they look.  Who makes the best stock grips and are they hard to replace?

AntiCrime
12/9/2002 1:24:04 PM EDT
[#1]
You might want to check out [url=http://www.cavalryarms.com]Cavalry Arms[/url].
12/9/2002 2:10:09 PM EDT
[#2]
Thanks, but those grips looh like the Houge grips I have.  I'm looking for traditional grips but just don't know if there are better quality makers or things to avoid.
12/9/2002 2:42:43 PM EDT
[#3]
First of all, I'd much rather function over form any day.  The Hogue has a very loyal following (I have them on all my ARs, even a ((rare ?)) green one on the 10.)  I have several of the standard A2s that they replaced stuck away somewhere; if you'll pay the shipping I'd be more than happy to send you one; IM me if interested.  You might also want to look into the "Battlegrip" @ [url]tangodownllc.com[/url], it has gotten some great reviews here as well.
12/9/2002 2:43:09 PM EDT
[#4]
Try the duck bill grips, it looks like the older A1 grip but a much better design and improved feel.  I have two on the gun right now. CDNN has it for about 8 dollars
[url]http://shop.store.yahoo.com/cdnn/arductacpisg.html[/url]

I was at the SAR show, found a compartment grip that is pretty slick, only draw back is the texture on the grip is too smooth, but I guess I can always ruoughen it up a bit.  it looks like the duck bill somewhat but it have a water tight compartment for battery storage.
[url]http://www.tangodownllc.com[/url]
12/9/2002 2:53:04 PM EDT
[#5]
Great feedback thanks.
12/9/2002 3:09:29 PM EDT
[#6]
IMHO, the Hogue grip is [u]the[/u] grip, in both form and function, but notably the latter.
12/9/2002 3:17:01 PM EDT
[#7]
As I said, I just hate the way they look, their not stock or "authentic."  I had not really considered their function.  Maybe I'll re-consider keeping them.  
12/9/2002 3:20:01 PM EDT
[#8]
Spider, hey thanks for the offer (I could get used to this place).  If I decide to change them I might just take you up on your generous offer.
12/9/2002 4:26:35 PM EDT
[#9]
Quoted:
IMHO, the Hogue grip is [u]the[/u] grip, in both form and function, but notably the latter.
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I agree - the Hogue is great.
The Duckbill is too skinny and the checkering so sharp it feels like a cheese grater in my hand.
I still have it on one of my ARs, for when I feel like punishment.
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