AR Stock Questions

[wcsc12]

So I'm still in the process of building my AR-15 (PSA is OOS on a bunch of components I need for the upper) and I'm starting to get finicky about the stock now.

I'm originally looking at Magpul MOE, CTR, and STR. I honestly can't choose between them. Are there any others I should definitely look into buying. I got the CTR currently (not installed just hanging out in the box) but I'm still on the fence.

[Caster]

Any others besides Magpul? mmmm, NO. Of course there's a few of us that are pretty close to being unpaid spokesmen for the company

Personally I am a big fan of the ACS.

[mikegideon]

It depends on the rifle. Definately the CTR over the MOE. The friction lock and QD swivels are worth it. My MOE stock is a little floppy compared to my CTR. I have an ACS as well. Great stock, but bigger and heavier than the CTR. Weight matters to me.

[Reservoir Dog]

LMT SOPMOD is my favorite stock. The new Magpul STR looks nice since, unlike the ACS, it has QD sling mounts.

[Guest nysos]

definitely not the moe, ctr or str just depend on personal preference. The str is similar to the lmt sopmod which is very popular and appears to be a good stock as well.

[RichardR]

I have a MOE stock on my CQB rifle and it is pretty decent I guess, I use an ASP sling mount thou so the MOE not having QD mount wasnt a factor and while there is a little bit of play, there really isnt any more slop in the one I have than most other non-friction locked adjustable stocks

[mikegideon]

LMT SOPMOD is my favorite stock. The new Magpul STR looks nice since, unlike the ACS, it has QD sling mounts.

The ACS now comes with QD. If you wind up with an older one, it can be added for 15 bucks (Magpul price)

[mikegideon]

I have a MOE stock on my CQB rifle and it is pretty decent I guess, I use an ASP sling mount thou so the MOE not having QD mount wasnt a factor and while there is a little bit of play, there really isnt any more slop in the one I have than most other non-friction locked adjustable stocks

Yep. The MOE is fine. I don't plan to ugrade it. If buying new though, I'll pop for the CTR because I like the friction lock. I never really noticed the slop in the MOE until I had both.

[Smith]

I'm using the VLTOR stock and like it. I have also used the Command Arms CBS stock. Rock solid and it works. Although it's new, I like a lot of the Mission First Tactical stocks. I have some of their stuff on the AK and was pleasantly surprised by the quality and design. I like the Magpul CTR (MOE) and have had several but everyone and their mother has one as well . The Magpul UBR is an awesome stock with and equally impressive price tag.

[mikegideon]

Don't forget the RIA operator. That's a great stock, and that's coming from a Magpul slut.

[Guest FIST]

I've tried a bunch but always end up going back to a standard M-4 stock.

[PolePosition]

I've got them all and I really like the Magpul STR stock. It has the same cheekweld as the LMT SOPMOD but it locks up tighter, has easier to access storage, and also allows the thicker recoil pad, which I find more comfortable, and in a test that tests the strengths (against breakage) of most of the available adjustable stocks, the STR was near the top of the list.

Edited June 2, 2012 by PolePosition

[mikegideon]

I've got them all and I really like the Magpul STR stock. It has the same cheekweld as the LMT SOPMOD but it locks up tighter, has easier to access storage, and also allows the thicker recoil pad, which I find more comfortable, and in a test that tests the strengths (against breakage) of most of the available adjustable stocks, the STR was near the top of the list.

That one's fairly new. It's kind of a hybrid between the CTR and the ACS.

[gjohnsoniv]

The plain-Jane A2 .

[mikegideon]

The plain-Jane A2 .

I have one of them in my unnused stock box. You'll see it when I have my big yard sale

[gjohnsoniv]

My only problem with the A2 is that it can't collapse.

[sigrug17]

Magpul CTR, or the Vltor's are my two favorites.

[RichardR]

20" standard service rifle A2's are still my favorite configuration.

[Guest 6.8 AR]

I like the A2 stock, also.

[~48_South~]

Ace M4 Socom is my favorite, its really really sturdy. I have seen the CTR break when bumped against the ground trapping a guys finger in it on youtube, the top MagPul guy replaced his stock but told him if he wants a stock that can handle abuse to get the UBR which I also have and enjoy.

[monkeylizard]

I vote for the pink "Hello Kitty" one. Then post some pics.

[wcsc12]

So I kinda forgot I started this topic until just now

Well gents, thanks for the suggestions. I'm going with the Magpul STR. Turns out it's only $10 more expensive than the CTR and is super comfy. Now the CTR has to go to recoup the costs of the STR

I vote for the pink "Hello Kitty" one. Then post some pics.

That's my backup...I was hoping that Magpul would send me some Hello Kitty stickers but they laughed and just said "No"

Edited June 5, 2012 by wcsc12

[scoutfsu]

I have seen the CTR break when bumped against the ground trapping a guys finger in it on youtube,

Are you talking about that idiot that tried to mortar his rifle with the stock fully extended?

[mikegideon]

Are you talking about that idiot that tried to mortar his rifle with the stock fully extended?

I guess you can break anything if you work at it. Tearing up an anvil with a rubber hammer comes to mind.

[alwaysonjohn]

I personally like the acs and ubr. both lowers i have are UBRs.