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- Magpul MOE. This bad boy set a baseline from the mil-spec (military specification) buttstock which did its job. The Magpul MOE (Magpul Original Equipment) was on my first rifle…and as you’ll see coming up…I like to rattle-can my AR furniture.
- Mission First Battlelink Minimalist. Pretty new in the AR-15 buttstock world…but the Battlelink Minimalist is already taking over with lightweight builds.
- B5 Systems Bravo. My go-to for a competitive/speed build where you still want to have a great cheekweld is B5 System’s Bravo. It’s lightweight for the extra amount of space to get that perfect and repeatable cheekweld.
- Magpul MOE-SL. Next up is another Magpul creation…the MOE-SL…or slim line. It’s a definite upgrade from the MOE and close to the Bravo in terms of cheekweld for me.
- What to Look For in A Good Stock
- Best Adjustable AR Stocks
- Best Fixed AR Stocks
- Best Precision AR Stocks
- Wrapping Up
While buttstocksmight seem simple and kind of boring they are underrated parts that can really impact the overall function of your rifle in a big way. Granted, these are not as important as a great trigger, an amazing barrel, or a super durable BCG — but they are a key part of how you interact and fit with the rifle and shouldn’t be taken for grant...
One of the most basic stocks you can find for the AR-15, the Magpul MOE is simple and it works. You’ll often find this as the standard stock that factory rifles use if they use Magpul furniture. There is good reason for it — the MOE is solid, fairly cheap, and does what you need it to. Adjustable for LOP and with several flat holes for passing a sling through this stock earns a solid “fine” in my book. If you want cheap and good, here it is.
A throwback design that is frankly outdated today, Brownell’s CAR-15 stock is designed to be a clone of what was used on the XM177 — basically one of the earliest versions of what would eventually become the M4 Carbine. Made by B5 the Brownells CAR-15 is a super solid and well-made stock but offers little for sling placement and almost nothing to reduce wiggle. That said… it’s cool and classic. And sometimes that’s what you just gotta have. Think of this like a mid 70’s Mustang. Is it practic...
I have a half dozen of these and I love ’em. Partly because they are super light but also because they are just a solid buttstock that isn’t very expensive either. A few options for sling placement and a really tight lockup, these are very good everyday type stocks that just work. I love how clean of a look they add to a rifle as well. I dig it.
For one of the lightest stocks, you can possibly get, Lancer Carbon Fiber is a great option. Carbon fiber is strong but very lightweight and this stock keeps it minimalist with no extra features. You get a QD slot and a couple of plates to thread a sling, nothing else. The cheek rest is surprisingly wide and feels great on your face. A side benefit is that carbon fiber dissipates heat very quickly. This can be a major deal if you live in hot areas and leave your rifle in the sun. While most s...
Taking the A2 design and just making it better, Magpul’s MOE stock is a great fixed stock option that brings everything about the A2 that is good while giving it a much-needed facelift. Not only does the MOE just look way better but it also adds multiple QD sockets, a place to thread a sling, and a much easier to use storage area for whatever you want to pack it with. Magpul’s cheek rest is also a more gentle slope that feels very nice on the face. While the A2 isn’t bad in that area, like ev...
If you want to keep things classic — it doesn’t get anymore OG than the A2 stock. Loads of brands offer their version of the A2 and they are more or less the exact same thing, but I like PSA’s because they give you everything in one package and it’s well made. I have a couple of the PSA A2 stocks and they are exactly what I need. An A2 stock. Nothing about it is fancy or upgraded, but it’s as classic as it gets.
For when you need the best, the PRS Gen 3 is what you need. Designed for use on precision rifles or rifles that require a perfect fit to the shooter every time, the Magpul PRS Gen 3 is the pinnacle of AR stocks right now. Anything you want to adjust can be adjusted. Cheek rest, length of pull, the cant, and height of the recoil pad, you even have M-LOK on the bottom of the stock so you can add a monopod or bag rider if you want. And to top it off, the PRS Gen 3 is heavy. Like, real heavy — fo...
People have asked Magpul for a lighter version of the PRS stock for a long time now and they’ve finally come out with the PRS Lite just this month! Finding them in stock is a bit hit and miss because they are popular as all get out. Gone are the super-easy adjustments of the PRS Gen 3 and instead what we get is a stock with almostas much adjustability, but requires a tool to do it. Using a hex key you can adjust the cheek rest and the length of pull, even the height, and cant of the recoil pa...
About the only bad thing I can say about Magpul’s PRS Gen 3 is that it is expensive. Luth AR MBA-1 solves that by coming in at almost half the price but offering all of the adjustments you can want. While not quite as easy and smooth to adjust as the PRS Gen 3 is, you can still get the adjustment you need to perfectly customize the Luth AR MBA-1 to your body. Personally, I don’t love this stock because they always feel a little wobbly to me. For a precision rifle, I rather suck up the cost an...
If I had to pick just 1 best AR stock for my standard go-to rifles it would be the Mission First Tactical Battlelinkbecause it’s a solid middle-ground stock that just gets things done. For a precision rifle, the PRS Gen 3 is the clear winner with the PRS Litebeing a very close runner-up. No matter what AR stock you choose, give it some time before ...
- Magpul MOE. Magpul is a household name in the AR-15 world for their magazines and rifle furniture, including their line of buttstocks. The company's entry-level stock is the MOE (Magpul Original Equipment) stock.
- Bravo Company BCMGUNFIGHTER Stock. Bravo Company set out to make the strongest lightweight stock available and in my mind did a pretty great job with the BCMGUNFIGHTER stock.
- Mission First Battle Link Minimalist - Editors Pick. While this stock may not be one to take to battle, I'm a huge fan of it and it's my pick for the best lightweight AR-15 stock.
- Battle Arms Development Lightweight Butt Stock. We lied! The Mission First Minimalist stock above is not actually the lightest on our list... That's because it's tough to even call this next one a stock, though try arguing that to the ATF!
Sep 12, 2020 · 1. Magpul MOE. The polymer Magpul MOE is the gold standard if you’re looking for a basic, adjustable AR-15 stock. While it’s based heavily on the standard mil-spec design many people are familiar with, this drop-in stock also features several improvements over that battle-tested model. Magpul MOE Mil-Spec Stock.
- Magpul MOE. Magpul really knows how to make stellar equipment and this buttstock is no exception to this legacy of excellence! Admittedly, I did have the Magpul MOE (Magpul Original Equipment) on my first AR-15 so it will always hold a special place in my heart.
- Mission First Battlelink Minimalist. A relatively recent entry on the market, the Battlelink Minimalist is quickly finding its way onto a vast majority of newer lightweight AR’s.
- B5 Systems Bravo. The B5 System’s Bravo is a stock that is a must-have for competitive/speed rigs due to its top-notch design. For the amount of space that you get to for a more consistent cheek placement, you could consider this a rather lightweight stock as well.
- Magpul MOE-SL. Magpul makes the list again with the MOE-SL, the SL standing for slimline. The MOE was taken to another level with this redesign while maintaining a fantastic feel to it that is hard to rival.
Sep 26, 2024 · Their MBA-1 stock is a full-featured adjustable precision AR-15 stock with customizable length of pull and cheek rest height, as well as a bag hook and dual QD-cup mounting positions. Despite the impressive capability, it weighs in at only 18.4 ounces–significantly less than the average precision AR-15 stock. Bravo Company Manufacturing
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EGW Whitley Space Stock, Adjustable AR-15 Stock $250.00. B5 Systems Collapsible Precision Stock (CPS) - Short AR Stock $225.00. B5 Systems Collapsible Precision Stock (CPS) - Medium AR Stock $225.00. B5 Systems Collapsible Precision Stock (CPS) - Long AR Stock $230.00. Luth-AR MBA-1 Modular Buttstock Assembly (MBA) with AR15 Stock Kit $185.90.
