Best 1911 Grips Out There That I've Tried

[Joshua M. Smith]

Hello,

I've tried several 1911 grips on mine. None feel right except the thin plastic ones, and that leaves the back, and especially the front, somewhat slick. I have used skateboard tape in the past, and while it works, it's a bit tough to find around here and leaves a stick film on the place where it was applied if it's removed.

I came across an old bicycle innertube yesterday while working on my truck. Tonight I grabbed it and began experimenting with it.


This is what I ended up with.

It's very simple: I removed the grip panels and stretched a portion of the cleaned and dried innertube over the handle. After punching screw holes in the tube, I put the grip panels back on and cut it how I wanted it in with my pocket knife. If I had planned this, I would have used a modeling knife.

To me, this feels better than any wrap around grips I've tried. It covers the front and back, except for where the grip safety is.

Even better, it was free. I have plenty more material, and I figure the thing's disposable: If I get the gun wet, I can just strip it off, detail strip the piece, and install an new piece of innertube.

Josh <><

[sniper1958]

Homemade Hogue Wrap-Arounds.....I like!!!!!!!!!!!! I carried the Hogues for a while as it made the 1911 grip as thick as my Witness .40. I've since sold the Witness and went back to the plastic 1911 grips and actually like them better now. Go figure. Nice job!

[BaserRonin]

interesting option instead of the skateboard tape I see all the time.

[2inchgroups]

the best grips i have ever use and still do are made by nighthawk and theyre called "aliens". They grab your hand like no other, there is no letting go

[jkrzos]

Howdy,

The Best Grips are Crimson Trace. They not only are tough, but at night, they help these 64 year old eyes, hit the target. Just my .02's.......

John Krzos

[Windwalker]

Wish Crimson Trace would make some for the Para Ordinance hi cap. [double stack] mags for the Carry 12.