OVERVIEW: Fortis Shift AFG vs Magpul AFG2 vs Stark SE-5 Express Grip Comparison
Posted by rick cancino on Feb 14, 2014 in Articles, New Products, Uncategorized | Comments Off on OVERVIEW: Fortis Shift AFG vs Magpul AFG2 vs Stark SE-5 Express Grip Comparison
Each grip has enough different attributes to require us to look at each individually and take each ones merits into play. The Stark is a rubberized forward grip that is the largest out of the three we have on display. The Magpul AFG-2 is made from Magpul’s propietary polymer recipe with durability they are known for. The Fortis Shift is manufactured from Billet aluminum and anodized in hard coat III. Each is unique in material and design. The Magpul AFG-2 allows you to remove the middle finger groove if you prefer a flat surface to grab. Magpul also makes an AFG1 which is the larger of Magpul’s two angled grips (not pictured). The AFG-2 is smaller to prevent interference with other rail mounted devices. Stark SE-5 Express Grip Magpul AFG-2 Fortis Shift AFG I couldn’t help myself and had to order one of their new PVC patches, love the detail of the red thread in the patch. Since grip, hands and placement are unique to each shooter this article is just information for your benefit and conclusions. Stark SE-5 Express Grip Weight: 3.2oz (unpublished, we weighed it) Magpul AFG2 Weight: 2.53 oz. Fortis Shift AFG Weight: 2.1 oz An HDR Photo to see all the details of the different Grips Fortis Shift Length: 3.52″ Magpul AFG-2 Length: 4.70″ Stark AE-5 Length: 3.89″ (unpublished, we measured) Since the Shift is the newest AFG on the market I figured we should post some more photos of it for you folks 🙂 You can purchase the Fortis Shift AFG from Rainier Arms and from Fortis MFG’s Website Here is a link to purchase the Magpul AFG2 Stark SE-5 Express Grip is also available from Rainier...
Read MoreOVERVIEW: Fortis ‘Hammer’ Charging Handle Vs Rainier Arm’s Raptor
Posted by rick cancino on Dec 18, 2013 in Articles, New Products, Uncategorized | Comments Off on OVERVIEW: Fortis ‘Hammer’ Charging Handle Vs Rainier Arm’s Raptor
“Drop the hammer” sounds quite a bit cooler than, “pull back on the op rod” (Walking Dead), so how could I resist taking a look at Fortis’s new charging handle. Fortis uses their Nickelene finish on the charging handle to increase lubricity during use. They engineered the design to transfer energy thru the release lever into the handle compared to traditional design. Mil Spec handles have a failure point if you put strain on the the release lever while Pinch-charging. There is a potential of breaking the roll pin while using the pinch-charge method. The Claw method of charging is inefficient use of your muscles and is an un-natural form. By allowing the transfer of energy thru the release lever into the handle allows you to make the most of pinch-charging without the fear of damaging your handle. Fortis Hammer next to the Rainier Raptor Back end view Manufacturer’s information: The new Fortis Hammer™ charging handle stays true to our brand. We engineer, design, & develop military grade accessories that look good and functions great. Tested and evaluated by the 3 Gun community, then put to the test by people in the military and law enforcement community. We continuously refined our design and came up with the Hammer™. So charge your rifle by dropping the Hammer™ and go! Introducing our unique finish called Nickelene™. The slick finish is smooth and gives the already durable charging handle, a lubricity not found on another other charging handles in the market today. Machined from 7075 T6 Billet aluminum The robust design as well as aggressive serrations on the latch and body support use with either shooting gloves or without Redesigned the back stop for the latch, so stress is taken off the roll pin Finished in Nickelene™: Rockwell hardness – 45C, low co-efficient of friction, excellent lubricity characteristics You can purchase the hammer from Fortis MFG’s...
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