Description
Swapping out a hard plastic factory grip for one of these is one of the cheapest upgrades that makes an AR feel like a completely different rifle. Hogue builds this beavertail grip around a rigid fiberglass core, then overmolds it in their soft rubber so you get a hold that's both solid and comfortable. The rubber has a slightly tacky feel without being sticky, which means your hand stays locked in whether you're running it bare-handed, gloved up, or dealing with rain and sweat. It's cut to fit the AR-15/M16 platform and keeps the clean lines of the rifle intact, so a tweaked AR still looks like an AR.
What the Hogue Beavertail Grip Brings to the Table
The tall beavertail is the star here. It rides up higher on the receiver and cushions the web of your hand, which takes the edge off recoil and keeps things comfortable when you're burning through a few hundred rounds. Molded finger grooves and gentle palm swells guide your hand into the same spot every time, giving you a consistent index and a relaxed hold that fights fatigue. The Cobblestone texture Hogue is known for adds traction without being rough or chewing up your palm.
Built to Take Abuse
This grip is made from a durable thermoplastic elastomer that ages well and shrugs off the oils and solvents that come with cleaning a firearm. The rubber also insulates your hand from the heat that builds up during rapid fire, which is a nice bonus on hot barrels. In Flat Dark Earth, it pairs up cleanly with tan furniture and rails for a coordinated build.
Fit and Installation Notes
Installation is a few-minute job with a hex key using your rifle's existing grip screw, since Hogue does not include hardware in the box. If you're doing a fresh build with no prior grip, grab an AR grip screw and lock washer to go with it. Some lowers have a gap or overlap at the trigger guard, and the molded tongue can be trimmed with a utility knife for a clean fit. Beyond the AR-15 and M16, folks have run these on AR-10 and LR-308 style lowers as well.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hogue
- Model: OverMolded Rifle Grip
- Manufacturer Part Number: 15023
- UPC: 743108150238
- Color: Flat Dark Earth
- Material: OverMolded rubber over fiberglass core
- Texture: Cobblestone
- Style: Beavertail with finger grooves
- Weight: 2.8 oz
- Fits: AR-15 / M16 / AR-10 / LR-308 platforms
- Length: 8.1 in
- Product Type: Rifle Grip
What’s Included
- Hogue OverMolded beavertail grip (Flat Dark Earth)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Hogue beavertail grip come with a grip screw?
No, hardware is not included in the box. Hogue expects you to reuse the existing grip screw and lock washer from the grip you're replacing. If you're building a rifle from scratch with no prior grip, you'll want to pick up a standard AR grip screw and washer separately.
Will this Hogue OverMolded grip fit my AR-15?
It's built to fit standard AR-15 and M16 lowers, and plenty of folks run it on AR-10 and LR-308 style receivers too. A few lowers have a small gap or overlap where the grip meets the trigger guard, and the molded rubber tongue can be trimmed with a utility knife for a clean fit. Installation takes just a couple minutes with a hex key.
What's the difference between the beavertail with finger grooves and the plain version?
This model has both the tall beavertail and molded finger grooves that guide your fingers into place for a consistent hold. Hogue also offers a beavertail grip without finger grooves for those who prefer a smoother profile that doesn't lock your fingers into set positions. It comes down to personal preference and hand size.
Is the rubber on the Hogue grip too soft or slippery?
The OverMolded rubber has a slightly tacky feel that grips your hand without being sticky, and the Cobblestone texture adds traction without being harsh on your palm. It holds up in wet conditions like rain and snow, and it also insulates your hand from barrel heat during rapid fire. The soft rubber sits over a rigid fiberglass core, so the grip stays solid and doesn't feel flimsy.





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