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Many find the pistol grip to be the first and most important upgrade for their AR due to its increased comfort and low cost compared to most other upgrades. Over the past decade, the angle of the AR pistol grip has been a major factor in distinguishing between the different options on the market. The ATG™ grip is the first and only fully functional adjustable angle AR pistol grip. Please ensure the grip is properly installed and tightened prior to use. Now, here is a quick history lesson on where, when, and why each angle was introduced:

Thirty-Three Degrees

This angle is based on the “A2 grip” originally seen in the 1960s. At this time, the only AR-style weapons were equipped with a full-length fixed rifle stock, and common shooting stances included an “elbow out” and more upright stance. This angle tends to be a top choice while shooting with an upright stance and/or a full-length or fully extended stock.

Twenty-Five Degrees

With the introduction of the collapsible stock, combined with modern shooting stances that focus on a compact posture, many found the A2 grip to have too steep of an angle. In the late ’90s and early 2000s, several AR accessory manufacturers began offering grips similar to this angle. This angle serves as a great middle option. Shooters preferring the 33-degree angle may find this option ideal when shooting with a shorter stock or requiring quick engagement, while shooters preferring the 17-degree angle may find this ideal when using a full-length stock or shooting from the prone position.

Seventeen Degrees

The newest of the three options is relatively fresh to the AR market, but the angle is very close to stock grips on other sporting rifles dating back over 50 years. With the further advancement of modern shooting techniques—specifically a tight “elbow-in” stance with a collapsed or partially collapsed stock—the demand for a more vertical pistol grip became apparent. On the military and law enforcement side, many find this angle ideal for promoting quick engagement and improving control when operating from a vehicle or in close-quarters combat.

Find Your Ideal Grip Angle

Having the ideal pistol grip angle reduces wrist fatigue while increasing accuracy and comfort. For the recreational shooter, the ideal angle is strongly driven by personal preference. You are encouraged to try all three angles in all of your favorite stances and applications.