SBR vs Pistol w/forearm brace

[Glocktogo]

I guess I have to plead ignorance in not keeping up with current regulations. In my understanding when the AR pistol came out, it was a felony to shoulder it because it was a SBR needing a class III ticket.
I still think it's a work around, but if it's legal, go for it.

That's gone back and forth and is not currently cause to consider a braced pistol an SBR.

Regardless, I don't shoulder my AR pistol. I brace it against my upper chest, too close to the centerline of the body to be considered anywhere near the shoulder pocket.

 

[JD8]

OK, I give up.....lol.

Just relaying what they said 2 years ago.

 

[POKE1911]

I own both. Both are awesome. Both are a pain in the ass. With the advancement and acceptance of braces, the gap has narrowed greatly. I’m sure I’ll miss a few, but here’s how I see it.

SBR
Pros:
Unlimited stock options
Vert Grip
Barrel length doesn’t matter
Overall length doesn’t matter
Low risk of law changing on you.

Cons:
$200 unconstitutional tax.
Current 12 month wait.
Engraving (if form 1)
Must be in your possession (or home) or of trustee at all times.
Must notify ATF if it’s leaving state 2 weeks in advance.
Hard to Sell / Trade.

Braced Pistola

Pros:
No Tax
No Wait.
Current ATF ruling allows for shouldering of brace.
Take out of state if legal in that state.
Easy to sell / trade

Cons:
While braces have come a long way still not as good as stock and fewer options.
Size does matter
No vert grips
Moderate risk of ATF rule change that could impact usage or legality.

End of the day, unless you just don’t like the brace or you really want a specific stock, then pistol brace is the way to go... just much less BS

 

[Fredkrueger100]

With the new SBA4 who needs a stock? This thing is the best brace ever made. The cheek weld is better than many stocks and it is comfortable to shoulder. Plus it comes on a standard buffer tube. I am so glad I got it.