Wouldnt it be great to add some additional support and stabilization to your AR pistol without the complexities involved with getting into NFA stamp collecting. Other issues that arise with building a pistol into an SBR is that many states will not allow NFA items to cross state-lines. Pistol braces and stabilizers allow the shooter to achieve additional support while still having the ability to cross state lines. This also allows the pistols owner to sell the pistol as they would any other handgun without all the headache. GearHeadWorks has a great solution!
GearHead Works Tailhook Mod 1- Black
The Patented Tailhook MOD 1 is the most compact pistol brace in the world. At less than an inch thick, it can be adapted to practically every platform on the market. To activate the brace functionality, depress the release button and pull the arm down. This creates the shelf that will counterbalance the muzzle weight of your large frame handgun. The ability of your forearm to hold the weight allows you to relax your shooting wrist and concentrate on trigger control. True one handed operation is achieved since you do not need a second hand to attach the brace to your arm. MOD 1 can be set up for right or left handed operation.
Starts as a solid piece of billet aluminum and meticulously machine every aspect for a part that is as nice to look at as it is to use. This version clamps to pistol buffer tubes or adapter spuds ranging from 1.17″ to 1.2″ in diameter. It features a limited rotation sling swivel QD socket as well. Weighing in at a scant 4.5 ounces, you will never feel it there. That is, until you want to use it. It is finished with a hard anodizing to withstand years of serious use.
Remember that when this is installed on a pistol, it does not change the classification of the pistol with correct intended use.
Included in the package is the Mod 1 brace and hex wrench for installation only. It does NOT come with any adapters or buffer tube for mounting to your pistol.
GearHead Works Tailhook Mod 2
Tailhook MOD 2 takes the pistol brace concept to a whole new level with it’s ability to telescope the length. The key to this is our Patented proprietary telescoping latch mechanism giving the user 5 positions of use up to a 12.75″ LOP. Combine that with the also Patented brace functionality and you have the new king of the market. The brace is injection molded out of reinforced polymer for rigidity and strength. It provides the perfect balance between size, weight, comfort and rigidity that everyone has been wishing for. A heavyweight with features all at featherweight mass, the 7 ounce (without buffer tube) Tailhook MOD 2 is the clear winner.
As with all it’s siblings, the MOD 2 uses the same fold out arm to create the support shelf that inspired the Tailhook name. This counteracts the muzzle weight of your favorite large handgun. The telescoping feature lets you find that sweet spot for balance. As an added feature, the outsides are smooth for comfortable cheeking. There is even a web sling loop.
Included in the package is the Tailhook, proprietary receiver extension, castle nut and back plate.
Remember that when this is installed on a pistol, it does not change the classification of the pistol with correct intended use.