Pistol Grips on the 15-22

[idbstyler]

I'm going to be changing out my stock pistol grip on my 15-22. Has anyone changed there's out yet? If so what did you get and how did it fit?


ooo yea pics would be nice also.

Thanks
Tyler

 

[c_jit]

I'm going to be changing out my stock pistol grip on my 15-22. Has anyone changed there's out yet? If so what did you get and how did it fit?


ooo yea pics would be nice also.

Thanks
Tyler

Mine is a Magpul MIAD.
First you need a 5/32 wrench to remove the factory stock.

Then you will find 2 springs (undone the grip screw slowly and be careful as they will pop out at the same time)
the front one is the safety retention pin spring and a blue one for lower pin retention spring.

Mine is a Magpul MIAD kit. But I use only a small back strap as the other two larger back strap will leave a gap on the back end where the back strap meet the frame.

A small bob of epoxy glue and cotton ball is used to seal the back end of the grip where the blue spring will reside.

I retain the factory 5/32 in mine becaues Magpul grip screw is a normal slot head and does not seem to be well made as the factory one.

This is how it look now with a MFI's barrel shroud and Magpul furnitures.

 

[idbstyler]

Mine is a Magpul MIAD.
First you need a 5/32 wrench to remove the factory stock.

Then you will find 2 springs (undone the grip screw slowly and be careful as they will pop out at the same time)
the front one is the safety retention pin spring and a blue one for lower pin retention spring.

Mine is a Magpul MIAD kit. But I use only a small back strap as the other two larger back strap will leave a gap on the back end where the back strap meet the frame.

A small bob of epoxy glue and cotton ball is used to seal the back end of the grip where the blue spring will reside.

I retain the factory 5/32 in mine becaues Magpul grip screw is a normal slot head and does not seem to be well made as the factory one.

This is how it look now with a MFI's barrel shroud and Magpul furnitures.

How much of gap was there? I was going to get the MOE grip but now I'm wondering if there will be a gap with that one also. Thanks for the pics and the info.

 

[walterg]

I put a Hogue grip on my 15-22 and it fit like it was suppose to, and it fits my hand perfect!

 

[CORPORAL PUNISHMENT]

I put a Hogue grip on my 15-22 and it fit like it was suppose to, and it fits my hand perfect!

+1 on that. Hogue goes on all my firearms.

 

[mikehoncho]

the gap created by the larger backstraps on the MIAD are inconsequential IMO.

search the picture thread if you want to see what people have put on their rifles.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

+1 on that. Hogue goes on all my firearms.

+2 on the Hogue

 

[evnash]

+3 on the Hogue. I have one on my 15-22 and one on my DPMS

plus they are on sale at midway
Hogue OverMolded Pistol Grip AR-15 Rubber Black - MidwayUSAHogue OverMolded Pistol Grip AR-15 Rubber Black - MidwayUSA

 

[chuck s]

I prefer the original grip on all my M16-type rifles. Maybe five bucks.

-- Chuck

 

[Musket104]

Great thread! I changed out my grip and at the same time switched the safety over to the right side (I'm a southpaw). It was a snap. There is a groove and detent hole on both ends of the selector for the spring / plunger.

 

[Brett248Vista]

Check my sticky thread at the top of these forums for videos on how to replace the grips.

I myself went the Hogue route and love every minute of it!

 

[BeginingOfTheEnd]

I too used a houge. Fit like a glove.

 

[kombos]

Hogue here too.....nice fit, feels good.

 

[lonejacklarry]

Hogue is the answer...........

I have a Hogue grip on my 15-T. For some reason (maybe my upbringing as a mall ninja or something), I tried the Magpul MIAD.

I think it is a fine grip but it did not feel right to me so I got another Hogue. I've used them since the early 70's on revolvers and they are the best--maybe not the prettiest but they are the best for me.

Anyone interested in trading a black Magpul AFG for my black Magpul MIAD?

Even up and each will pay his/her shipping?

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

I have a Hogue grip on my 15-T. For some reason (maybe my upbringing as a mall ninja or something), I tried the Magpul MIAD.

I think it is a fine grip but it did not feel right to me so I got another Hogue. I've used them since the early 70's on revolvers and they are the best--maybe not the prettiest but they are the best for me.

Anyone interested in trading a black Magpul AFG for my black Magpul MIAD?

Even up and each will pay his/her shipping?

I got a standard grip I trade ya I don't care much for the MIAD either.

 

[lonejacklarry]

I got a standard grip I trade ya

Whatta guy!

 

[blahblahblah]

i dont know about the rest of you guys but i had to use a 3/16 hex head.

 

[TunaFisherman]

Houge AR-15 overmolded is what I have. No cutting or drilling needed for springs. I wasnt sure so I took it to the gun store and they showed me that it can be installed without drilling. Works awesome and I have had zero issues since I installed it

Amazon.com: Hogue Rubber Grip Ar-15/M-16 Rubber Grip with Finger Grooves: Sports & Outdoors

 

[jpoz5856]

I'm going to be changing out my stock pistol grip on my 15-22. Has anyone changed there's out yet? If so what did you get and how did it fit?


ooo yea pics would be nice also.

Thanks
Tyler

I put on a OD Green Hogue AR-15 grip. It fit like a glove. I'll post pics later.

 

[team sidewinder]

Ordered the Hogue overmolded pistol grip for my 15-22 from Midway and after watching the very helpful video ( therefore no unexpected suprises ) by Brett248Vista I will be all set to go when it arrives. I don't like to be a copycat but don't like spending money on things that won't/don't work. Love this forum and have picked up on ideas that I will want on my rifle. Thanks