1911 Front Strap Checkering

[Black Majik]

Use skateboard tape. I have 1911s with frontstrap checkering and 1911s with skateboard tape. It is just as effective.

[Sam]

I enjoy 30 lpi, it looks good, helps with traction and is not painful.

[BitterOldMan]

My Springfield TRP has 20 lpi. My Les Baer TRS has 30 lpi. If you do, go with 30 lpi. My hands are like sandpaper and have calluses in weird places. I have to admit, that with 20 lpi, you do get a great grip.

[SnWnMe]

So, I have an SA Loaded SS and I'm thinking of getting the front strap checkered. Couple of questions:
1. How much does this really help with keeping a constant grip while firing?
2. How many LPI should I get 20, 25 or 30?
3. Is it best to send back to SA to have it done? I live in San Diego? is there some place in san diego that would do quality work?

Thanks.

1. It helps during rapid strings of fire to keep the gun stable in your hands. However, IME FSC alone doesn't help as much as FSC with checkering under the trigger guard as well.

2. I have 30 lpi on mine (SA customized by Don Williams of LTW/Action Works) and it is easy on the hands.

3. NFI.

[GM4spd]

My TRP Operator Full Rail has 20LPI on the front strap. The 20LPI are sharp and painful. Before you commit to front strap checkering go shoot a gun with it. I found that Pachmayr rubber wrap around grips do the same thing and a whole lot cheaper.
http://www.pachmayr.com/signature-gr...backstraps.php

I had that done by (Terry Tussey? I believe in Orange Cty) on a stainless Colt,he does GREAT
work,however, it felt good while handling it but after actually shooting a
lot of rounds WOW I thought it was painful and wished I hadn't done it.
Pete

[thawein1856]

Thanks for all the great info. from the sound of it I'm probably going to go with the skateboard tape to start to make sure I like it plus a bit cheaper right now. I like the pachmayr grips but I just put new VZ's on it and really like'em. thanks for the info all.