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deadduck357
20 December 2010, 15:54
Tango Down sent me their BG-17 in FDE. As the BG-16 is my preferred grip for the AR-15, I was interested in comparing the two to see how much larger the BG-17 is than its predecessor.
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Included was a brief overview and one Allen wrench.
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Water resistant compartment inside the grip with flexible rubber plug.
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The BG-17 (top) and the BG-16. The BG-17 has a larger, non-divided compartment.
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BG-17 Weight: 3.7 oz
Grip
- upper: 1 35/64 in. diameter
- base: 1 58/64 in. diameter
Length from trigger to grip backstrap center.
- 3 in. (even)
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Compared to the BG-16.
Grip :
- upper: 1 27/64 in. diameter
- base: 1 49/64 in. diameter
Length from trigger to grip backstrap center.
- 2 3/4 in.
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Fit is seamless and tight. The BG-17 features a extended grip backstrap.
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Extended grip fairs smoothly into the lower receiver and prevents any web bite.
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BG-17 (top rifle - left) as compared to the BG-16 (bottom - right).
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As I feel the BG-16 is comfortable for me I now find myself unsure which I prefer, I need a little more time handling both. For anyone that feels the BG-16 is undersized the BG-17 offers a more robust grip and extended trigger reach for those with larger hands or longer fingers.