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Grip · Made in Michigan

Hand Stop

Hand stops give your support hand a firm, repeatable index—improving grip, recoil control, and safety on AR-15 and other modern rifles. Choose M-LOK or Picatinny, short or tall profiles, and scale or stipple textures for the control and comfort that match your shooting style.

In The Field

Hand Stop in Action

Watch the Hand Stop deliver superior control and grip during live fire demonstrations and see why shooters choose it for precision and comfort.

  • Secure grip in live fire
  • Enhanced rifle control
  • Quick target transitions
  • Comfortable extended use
  • Professional shooting demo
Hand Stop in Action

The Guide

M-LOK vs. Picatinny: Match Your Rail for the Best Fit

Choose the hand stop that matches your rail system for a secure, tool-simple install and a rock-solid index point. Both interfaces provide repeatable positioning and broad platform compatibility.

  • M-LOK: low-profile hardware, easy install, modern free-float rails
  • Picatinny: classic MIL-STD 1913 slots with universal availability

Short vs. Tall: Pick Your Leverage and Barricade Control

Short profiles minimize bulk while providing a positive index for fast transitions. Tall profiles add surface area and leverage—great for barricade work and extra recoil management.

  • Short: lightweight, compact, ideal for agile builds
  • Tall: more surface area for grip and bracing against cover

Scale vs. Stipple Texture: Grip Feel in All Conditions

Scale texture offers confident traction without abrasion. Stipple is more aggressive for locked-in control with gloves, rain, or mud. Pick the feel that matches your environment.

  • Scale: secure, tactile, comfortable for long sessions
  • Stipple: extra bite for wet weather and gloved hands

Durable Nylon 12, Minimal Ounces

All models use rugged Nylon 12 to handle training, travel, and field abuse while keeping weight low for balanced rifles. Every ounce saved preserves speed and handling.

  • Impact-resistant Nylon 12 construction
  • Approx. 1.16–1.34 oz depending on model

Compare the lineup

Use the comparison table below to find the right fit for your rifle.

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ModelWeightLengthWidthHeight
Short Scale (M-LOK)33 g2.15 inches1.07 inches1.6 inches
Short Scale (Picatinny)37 g2.23 inches1.07 inches1.85 inches
Tall Scale (M-LOK)38 g2.15 inches1.07 inches2.1 inches
Tall Scale (Picatinny)37 g2.23 inches1.07 inches2.31 inches
Tall Stipple (Picatinny)37 g2.23 inches1.07 inches2.31 inches
Short Stipple (Picatinny)37 g2.33 inches1.07 inches1.85 inches
Short Stipple (M-LOK)33 g2.15 inches1.07 inches1.6 inches
Tall Stipple (M-LOK)38 g2.15 inches1.07 inches2.1 inches

Field manual

Will these hand stops fit my AR-15 rifle?

Yes. Choose the version that matches your rail: M-LOK or Picatinny. Both interfaces are common on AR-15 and other modern sporting rifles, and installation is straightforward with basic tools. A correct interface ensures a secure, repeatable fit and consistent hand placement, improving control and safety during rapid strings and positional shooting."

How do I choose between short and tall profiles?

Pick a short profile if you want minimal bulk with a positive index that speeds transitions and preserves rifle balance. Choose a tall profile if you need extra leverage, more surface area for your support hand, or plan to brace against barricades frequently. Tall options excel at recoil management and consistency in practical and duty-style shooting."

Scale vs. stipple textures—what feels better over time?

Scale texture provides a secure, tactile feel that remains comfortable during extended sessions and high-round-count training. Stipple texture adds more bite for environments with rain, mud, or gloves, keeping your hand locked in when friction is low. Both textures improve control—select the feel that matches your conditions and glove use."

How durable are these hand stops for field use?

They are built from impact-resistant Nylon 12 designed to withstand rough handling, transport, and adverse weather. Nylon 12 shrugs off bumps and abrasion while maintaining structural integrity on M-LOK or Picatinny rails. That durability makes them suitable for training, competition, hunting, and general range use."

What do the models weigh, and will they affect balance?

Models range roughly from about 1.16 oz to 1.34 oz depending on height and mount interface. At just over an ounce, they preserve a rifle’s front-end agility while adding meaningful control. Lightweight accessories are ideal for AR-15 carbines where rapid handling and target transitions are priorities."

Can I use a hand stop as a barricade stop?

Yes—many shooters use hand stops as a consistent reference point when bracing on cover. Tall profiles offer additional surface for bracing, enhancing stability and sight picture. Whether you’re shooting practical matches or training positional skills, a tall hand stop helps you build repeatable, supported positions quickly."

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As a local Michigan shop, we understand the needs of our community because we use these products ourselves. Every part is field-tested on our own rifles, bows, and saddles before it earns a spot in the catalog — we run exactly what we sell.

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