1911 grips in so cal?

[KSH]

Are there any stores in LA or anywhere in so cal that has a good selection of grips so I can actually see how things look in person?

[EMR]

A good selection? I personally haven't seen any store with a decent selection.

I know it's not ideal, but if you haven't seen the "post your 1911" thread, there's a ton of ideas in there.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=42409

[KSH]

A good selection? I personally haven't seen any store with a decent selection.

I know it's not ideal, but if you haven't seen the "post your 1911" thread, there's a ton of ideas in there.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...ad.php?t=42409

Yeah, I've seen it. Thanks for the suggestion.

[alpha_romeo_XV]

Check when the Crossroads of the West show comes near you. There's usually a couple of vendors with a selection of grips. That worked for me, but was getting other stuff too so the entry & parking fee were worth it.

[Jimmy's]

Buy on ebay what you see is actually what you get. I buy all of my grips from ebay.

[Paperchasin]

Google for pictures on the net of whichever grip you're contemplating... I'm sure someone out there has a picture of the grips you're considering.

[KSH]

Google for pictures on the net of whichever grip you're contemplating... I'm sure someone out there has a picture of the grips you're considering.

I've seen a million pictures online. Looking to see and feel them in person

[Jimmy's]

[QUOTE=KSH;20248039]I've seen a million pictures online. Looking to see and feel them in person[/QUOTE]

When Mom and Pop gun store were around this is just one of those things you were able to do. Sorry but the internet ruined a very grand way of life.
If you are near a Turners they have them in stock and I'm sure some others do as well.

[ARDude]

American Gun Works in Glendale had a few selections of grips. But I haven't been in there for awhile.

[IVC]

The problem is that even if you find a store with *some* selection, there will be many brands and many models that are not on display.

For example, VZ Grips makes most of the grips on demand, when you order them. Even if you find a few locally, you won't get a good idea about all the offerings.

There is no way to get around the Internet. Your best bet to see something in person is to research on the Internet first, then locate a store that might have that particular model in stock. It's likely to be tedious and time consuming process.

[heidad01]

I've seen a million pictures online. Looking to see and feel them in person

Your best bet is to go one of the shows like some one mentioned. I saw a vendor at the Cross Road show in coasta mesa. A good size booth and many more grips than I have have ever seen in one place.