What is the difference between the magpul afg vs afg2

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When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission from Amazon at no extra cost to you. Learn more. Specification Chart. Handguard Compatibility: M Picatinny-rail. In-Depth Comparison. Yet, to think that even though AFG is an older version and its price is still on par with the newer Magpul AFG2, its longevity in the market and unwavering cost tell us that Magpul AFG deserves to win in this category.

Mounting System. With this, the newer Magpul gets another point. Magpul AFG Durability. High-quality polymer Features textured molding for good grip Mounts on any Mil-Spec Picatinny style rail Injection-molded polymer design Greater recoil control. Takes up more space May interfere with the side rail. Slim and shorter Helps to mitigate recoil and control firearm Better compatibility with accessory mounts and rail covers More accurate follow-up shots More precise weapon control. For me, the AFG really limmits hand position in anything other than a standing position.

I use an AFG-1 because it is what I have. It works for me, so I don't see a reason to switch to the AFG Originally Posted by ares armor. I like Afg2 mainly because it doesn't block of your side rail spaces if you want to mount a light or something else that has a downward facing mount you wont be able to with AFG1. It also the two takes up less space on the bottom rail as well. Whether or not an AFG will work for a person is highly dependent on their arm geometry and where the AFG can be placed.

I suppose to really know for sure you'd have to try them both, but I personally have no complaints, and see no benefits to choosing the AFG1 over the AFG2. Quoted: Ok thanks. What one do you prefer more? View Quote View All Quotes. Quoted: Quoted: They both have a removable finger groove panel. Quoted: I like the AFG2, fits my hand better. That is a big difference. I think I will go with the AFG 2. To me, fhat seems it would make the AFG2 more durable.

Quoted: Is the finger grove on the AFG2? If so can it be removed? Quoted: It's an insert. The AFG will come with the grooved insert installed. You'll have to disassemble it and install the included smooth insert. It feels so much better than the other ones I have tried.