Looks soft. it isn't. - Magpul Industries MOE SL Enhanced Rubber Buttpad

I bought this to replace the existing butt "pad" on the MOE SL hoping to get a little more cushiness while firing the AK. The ribbed construction had me thinking, "this is probably pretty comfy."
Amigos, this thing is firm! Like you can give it to your pooch for a chew toy firm. It does give a little, but only about 1/16". It's very well built like most Magpul products and was a snap to install. It will add a little bit to the length of pull (LOP), always a good thing with the AK rifle. However, if you are looking for some extra recoil protection, you might want to keep looking. There is another buttpad out there (I've seen it on one of Rob Skis AKs) that is a lot cushier, if that is what you need. If you plan to put it on an AR, you're gonna love it! This will work on the AK, but buyer beware. I recommend it as an upgrade to an AR or to add LOP, but not for recoil reduction.