Amsdorf Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 So, I've got my M4, and am slowly adding things. I'm leaning toward a railed foreend for light and...a vertical forward grip. But.... I would like some advice/observation. Is using a VFG a good idea with a shotgun? And if so, which one would you guys recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Randall Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 [ATTACH=CONFIG]1563[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]1564[/ATTACH] The use of a VFG depends on the size of your hand, accessory layout and ability to manage recoil. I wrap my hand around the front of the VFG with thumb resting on the rail parallel to the barrel; that is, I do not use a beer-can grip on the VFG. This gives me a good grip and the thumb is ready to activate the light. Also, since this is the same way I use a VFG on my AR-15, I maintain consistency. I use the MAGPUL Rail Vertical Grip (RVG): Designed for use with 1913 Picatinny railed hand guards, the RVG is a basic, light weight, cost-effective vertical fore grip. Shape is ergonomically designed for use as a traditional vertical grip. It has also been optimized for use with the "thumb break method" of shooting as taught by Magpul DynamicsSM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Fab Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 If you mount a VFG........where are you going to put the grenade launcher? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amsdorf Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 If you mount a VFG........where are you going to put the grenade launcher? Now that's a good question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amsdorf Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 [ATTACH=CONFIG]1563[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]1564[/ATTACH] The use of a VFG depends on the size of your hand, accessory layout and ability to manage recoil. Can you elaborate? Is it more difficult to manage recoil with the grip on, or off? Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Randall Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 Have not bought the grenade launcher, yet. Recoil management is more about how you position your body behind the shotgun. For me, I see no difference from a standard forearm grip or a VFG grip. To see some ideas about grips, stance, recoil management, etc get the Magpul Dynamics video called "The Art of the Dynamic Shotgun". The video shows use with various types of grips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amsdorf Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 Ok, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckler&kochp2000 Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=296763367 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benelliwerkes Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 It's a bad idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amsdorf Posted July 21, 2012 Author Share Posted July 21, 2012 Clarify, please, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckcop Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 I think he's probably being facetious. Just a guess. Probably should have come with: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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