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J-Frame Grip Shopping
Hello everyone,
Have a vintage S&W Model 60 in jail and it had these full size rubber grips on it (no brand on it). I want to go with a compact setup and did a quick search considered the Hogue G10, VZ Grips, and Altamont. Saw that quality control on Pachmayr has diminished. Wanted to know what others have recommended. I understand grips are a personal taste (just look at the 1911 platform) and any brand to avoid would be helpful. Thanks in advance!!! Vinny
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^Yes I plan to carry in the future. Will look into wood or G10 to prevent hang ups.
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The 3 brands you mentioned are all excellent. They are all OEM grip makers for the largest brands. I would not hesitate to buy grips from any of them (and I have from all of them on many occasions). It just comes down to style/color/material preference.
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Now since this is an older vintage you're probably looking for something that looks good like real stag horn or possibly that legal "bonded ivory", maybe even some exotic wood type grips that fit on a J frame but if this is going to be used in a practical defensive way you might think about laser grips from a quality maker like Crimson Trace.
I believe they make at least two different sizes for the J frame and the smaller one is very similar to the small black rubber-like Smith & Wesson Style grips that are currently issued on J frames. Yes it'll set you back around $100 but it'll still be about as small as a grip as you can get plus you get the advantages (and minor disadvantages, like battery replacement) of a laser. With a pistol like a J frame you need lots of training to become accurate and a laser can help with training and possibly give you an edge if you're in a self-defense situation and you cannot line up your sights. Just my two cents worth. Last edited by sealocan; 09-23-2019 at 8:52 AM.. |
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I replaced the factory wood grips on mine since it was hard to shoot with that little bit of wood, and put on some Hoque rubber grips and they made all the difference in the world. Shoot it with what it has and see if they work for you. I find function over aesthetics is important.
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If this is a first belly gun then I suggest the OP shoot it as is and discover why the big rubber grips are already on there.
Going minimal on the grips in order to make it more compact usually translates to "more unshootable" condition. Accuracy wise anyway. Hogue has been my go to grip brand. They always held up and gave good purchase.
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Altamonts look and feel great, but they go cheap on the mounting hardware. I've had a couple Altamonts and both got corrosion in the mounting screw. I ultimately ended up with oversized Hogues on my 60 pro - necessary with .357 rounds.
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I have tried probably 30 different types of grips for my Model 60 and 638 over the years, always trying to find the 'best'.
The ones I like are: The Eagle Secret Service grips. I like the smooth Rosewood but that's a personal choice. https://www.eaglegrips.com/secret-se...ps-smooth.html The Pachmayr Compac Professional. The Professional version NOT the basic Compac! Pro is thinner and fits my hand better. https://www.amazon.com/Compac-Profes.../dp/B0002INPES I currently have the Altamont Boot Grip on my 638 and the Altamont Combat on my 60. Since I don't carry the Model 60 I kind of wish i'd have gone with the Bateleur for the enclosed backstrap. https://www.altamontco.com/pistol-gr...esson/j-round/ Chances are I've tried whatever you're looking at, including that freaking ridiculous Ergo Delta grip which I wouldn't even give to an enemy.
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I have six snubbies, 3 Rugers and 3 S&W, and they all wear Pachmyrs for a reason. You need all the rubber grip you can get when firing such light pistols, especially when you are shooting .38, .357 or 9 mm. Your hands will appreciate it.
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I carried a 642 with the factory rubber boot grips for years. I recently switched to smith factory wood grips and I was surprised that it gives me more length to the grip, little more purchase area.
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The good news about the Bateleur is that it makes 125 grain .357 tolerable, almost comfortable, in my little J-Magnum frame Model 60-15. 3" barrel.
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The color is "through & through" and they can be ground on, smooths up perfectly. In addition to what they're supposed to be used for I have them on a Schofield, USFA Bisley, a Ruger Redhawk and some Charter Arms. Good guy to deal with too. About 4 days shipping.
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Boot grip is superb for a snubby J-frame.
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My favorite j frame grips are the old uncle Mike's rubber boot grips which used to come from the s&w factory. They feel better than the short hogues to me.
I haven't tried the vz grips boots, but they look nice. |
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If you want the 2 finger rubber grip, look on Ebay for "take-off" grips. People buy S&W guns with the small grips, then replace them with longer grips, and sell the original ones on ebay.
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I carry a 340PD during my work week in an ankle holster. It's either that or nothing because of the work I do. The rest of the time, it's full sized semi autos.
That said, the 340PD is fitted with CT laser grips. They are comfortable and don't snag on my pants. The grips are exposed to an environment that is pretty harsh. I check the batteries every time I holster the revolver. After three years, I just replace them. It's been twelve years with this set up and the grips still fire when asked. Can't go wrong with CT.
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Thanks y'all for your input.
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https://store.smith-wesson.com/grip-s-w-j-e-synt-boot
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I don't have a J-frame, but I really like Altamonts for my L-frames.
Personally, I really like the rubber Hogues for carry on my LCR. I think I'm seeing factory J-frame grips here: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...e+factory+grip |
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A couple of threads re Tyler on the S&W forum... I would recommend them. The threads, that is...
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How is the felt recoil compared to the standard rubber boot grips? Also any slippage from the wood?
Thank you, Vinny
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But this is not a carry piece for me unless I go out of state, no room on the permit for everything I'd like to give a try. If this was a daily carry I might end up with a different grip. Last edited by SkyHawk; 09-24-2019 at 1:37 PM.. |
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Thank you everyone for your input. Plan right now is to get it out of jail next Monday and shoot with the grip it came with - it is a full size combat grip (looks like a generic rubber, no markings/brand/etc.). Since it is an older model 60, it doesn't have any +P ratings on it. Will be trial and error to see how well I do with grips. The rubber snagging on clothing sounds like an issue so I'll take that into consideration when selecting for CCW purposes. The only pistol I own that is comparable in terms of leaving the pinky floating is my G26. Honesty don't have a problem gripping without the pinky. Really looking forward to furthering my skillset with pistols.
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