Thoughts on dual grips for the Wedgetail?

[saynotozombies]

How do you do fellow shooters...

Wondering whether you'd think having two grips on my Wedgie is going crazy overboard.

It makes the cycling with the pump a bit more user-friendly, but I've heard mixed opinions, so I thought I'd start a dialogue here and give the people a chance to weigh in.

Magpul RVG (for pump rail)
Magpul AFG-2 (for firing)
FAB Defense Rubberized Thumb Stop (for thumb-saving)

Optics:
Vortex Optics Crossfire Red Dot
Holosun HM3X
(Holosun DRS-TH for sleepovers)

Rifle:
Wedgetail Industries MPR Mini 223 FDE



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parts list
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https://magpul.com/afg-2-angled-fore-gr ... _color=175
https://fab-defenseus.com/rubberized-m- ... l-support/
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https://holosun.com/products/accessorie ... /hm3x.html
https://holosun.com/products/digital-re ... rs-th.html
https://wedgetailindustries.com/product ... i-223-fde/

[Wapiti]

Two foregrips! You can have a hand on each one at the same time.
Double the pulling power.

[womble]

How many hands do you have.

The angled grip front section operates as a rest. On a barrier or similar. Tree branch even., fence.

It doesn’t give you much manoeuvrability that far forward. Or balance

The very front of it is a serrated stop. For a post or similar. With a semiautomatic you can lean into it with the hand guard on the post.

About zombies we agree.

There are no good zombies because they’re already dead.

[Shootermick]

I kept my Mini stock standard, only added a Zerotech 1x Prism sight.
I like the simplicity of the design, the weight and balance, and can’t see myself adding anything else apart from a sling, but maybe that will change over time.
Each to their own though, very cool rifles.

[Wapiti]

I would really love to see Wedgetail make a lever release version of these rifles.
They already make gas operated D rifles, so that's all been sorted out, and these designs are miles ahead of the crude Turkish stuff out there.
Pump actions are bastards when using from a rest from a vehicle or buggy, even off a bipod, and are slower than bolt guns because you have to completely lose your sight picture and regain it once more.
Sure, to pump another round in is quicker in a pump than a bolt, but not properly aimed shots.
I don't understand the "cool factor" that's pretty much turned use-practicality backwards.

The ease of a self-ejecting ergonomic rifle like that would allow you to keep your sight picture and eyes on multiple targets or that running stock killing dog, with a good suitable optic that allowed 1x for those flood-rubbish filled creeks, and a practical upper like 8 or 10x for open work.

[Shootermick]

I would really love to see Wedgetail make a lever release version of these rifles.
They already make gas operated D rifles, so that's all been sorted out, and these designs are miles ahead of the crude Turkish stuff out there.
Pump actions are bastards when using from a rest from a vehicle or buggy, even off a bipod, and are slower than bolt guns because you have to completely lose your sight picture and regain it once more.
Sure, to pump another round in is quicker in a pump than a bolt, but not properly aimed shots.
I don't understand the "cool factor" that's pretty much turned use-practicality backwards.

The ease of a self-ejecting ergonomic rifle like that would allow you to keep your sight picture and eyes on multiple targets or that running stock killing dog, with a good suitable optic that allowed 1x for those flood-rubbish filled creeks, and a practical upper like 8 or 10x for open work.

Will you be checking out the Eureka Stockade?
It’s very slowly getting closer.

[Wapiti]

Isn't that one a 223?
That isn't suitable for all round use on a farm. 223 is an adequate cartridge in an accurate bolt gun to take kangaroos under the code, but not the crazy changing situations of everyday property needs where I am, at least.
I've actually been interested to see how that Chimera thing turns out. If it ever does come in 308 as they keep hinting. But it'll have to have a few changes to the compromise design of the 223 or it will not last everyday use, just scaling it up isnt going to cut it I reckon.
I doubt whether I'd consider one of those, I don't think the Turkish stuff is "professional" (simply meaning hard use engineering-wise) enough so I'd wait and hear the experiences of the market first.

That's why my suggestion that a Wedgetail lever release (in 308) would be an enormous bonus to people who have to shoot as part of a mixed business. And Aussie made quality gear.
I realise my opinions are biased towards my needs and my everyday situations but I can only hope.

[fnq22]

Wapiti throwing shade on ole Zombie...!

For some like yourself, shooting is a job but for most its meant to be an enjoyable pastime so I've somewhat changed my previous rigid views on simply thinking that there are certain calibres, rifles and actions that are more appropriate for certain jobs...

If ole mate wants to play rambo and enjoy shooting with his overpriced tacti-cool toy and as long as he has animal welfare as first priority then go for it I say..!..agree with your point on 308 vs .223 for general use though as one shot/one kill should always be the aim of responsible hunters particularly you professional guys...

and the more support for new local independant gunmakers then all the better for all I reckon...whats that old saying..."Variety is the spice of life"

I sure wouldnt say no to the above set-up in my collection if I had the spare cash...

I have a pump .22 and I'd love a pump action shottie just because they really are fun...a poxy leverr/button release may be marginally more practical for follow up shots but the feeling and noise of cycling a proper pump action is just so much better..

[Wapiti]

I enjoy aspects of my shooting and hunting too. Some is a chore, others are not. I'm fortunate I can switch between the two.

I've just brought up something I'd like to see, something that would be hugely practical and effective. If I find it efficient and effective, I'm sure others would too. My opinions come from two sides, and I know it's not everyone's opinion.
Just seeing all those Alcors and Chimeras, even the Verney-Carrons, tells me a lever/button release rifle is something other people have realised is a great step forward too.
Imagine if it was in a quality, modular and ergonomic AR-10 style layout, made in Aussie. Then it would be a huge boon to those with huge feral animal problems, but can't tick the boxes to get a Cat D firearm. And be just as efficient and effective for the weekend hunters too.

Old mate asked for an opinion, and quite frankly, I posted what I think. The question was asked, after all.

[Wapiti]

This one's got a magazine in the butt!
Put a 30-shot faux-mag in the butt instead and you could have an AR15 and an AUG in one rifle!

[Gun-nut]

How big are your thumbs that you need an extra third grip as a thumb stop? Two grips seems redundant regardless, but its ultimately your rifle and you don't need justification for making your rifle enjoyable to shoot.

[womble]

This one's got a magazine in the butt!
Put a 30-shot faux-mag in the butt instead and you could have an AR15 and an AUG in one rifle!

They brought that out for NSW compliant.

But now whispers NSW may scrap appearance laws.

Gl core range from fab defence holds a pmag in the buttstock. Might suit the wedgetail assuming mil spec buffer tube.

[womble]

[womble]

I have the Alcor push button and it’s a nice little rifle. Very handy and just well made well balanced.

I got it more for a replacement for the mini 14. It just reminded me of that, similar concept and use. Farm/ truck carbine.

Original plan was to recreate that aesthetic with a 10/22 heat shield. But nobody makes those anymore apparently

I thought about fitting a stock adapter and going that route. There’s heaps of aftermarket options for the Alcor. Very popular rifle in Canada and US. Build whatever you want.

But the stock it came with. Beautiful grain and it’s a Monte Carlo ish style type . Fits my cheek like a glove. I don’t think i could bring myself to swap it out.