[guy sajer]

I just picked up an S&W M 58 . It presently has Hogue rubber grips . I would like to switch to wood . I don't really care for the original service type grip .

Anyone have pics or preferences ?

Thanks

[OH25shooter]

Here are three grip websites that might help:

www.eaglegrips.com
www.getgrip.com
www.herrett-stocks.com

[Ala Dan]

Greeting's Gentlemen-

I was in my favorite gunshop not long ago, just
browsing and noticed a set of finger-grooved
round butt, wooden grips with the S&W medallion
for an N-frame Smith. The grips were beautiful
natural wood; and lightly oil finished. Needless
to say, I plunked down the asking price of $40
and departed with them. They now reside on
my 5" barrel S&W 629-5 "Classic".

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

[Bullshot]

Go to CDNN investments:

http://www.cdnninvestments.com

and check out the inexpensive Siles grips under the Grips--S&W section.

Good luck!!

Bullshot :D

Some samples:

http://users.netropolis.net/Bullshot/3bears.jpg

[guy sajer]

Thanks guys !

Ala Dan
I like those grips . The problem is that they are for a round butt . I wish they made them for square butt .

[Brasso]

Go to www.pickagrip.com

He doesn't have much in stock in the way of N frames right now. He just got in some spiegle boot grips and said he would get some Ahrends in in about 3 weeks. The Ahrends with no finger grooves are just about the perfect grip for me.

[JNewell]

Agree on the non-fingergrip Ahrends. They're big but flat, kind of 1911-ish.

[guy sajer]

Thanks for the Ahrends tip guys .
I'll be at the SHOT Show next month . I think I'll wait and take a look while I'm there .

[Richard]

guy sager, I just don't think you can go wrong with a set of Jordan's from Herrett. Regards, Richard :D
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid95/p3ed3415800ae058a36a91886d6128d40/fa2d2a77.jpg

[SnWnMe]

I found the fit of Ahrends to be disappointing.

[guy sajer]

Thanks for the tips Richard , SWM and all . Gives me a place to start . I'll give them a try at SHOT and possibly be able to pick a nice set out there and bring them home :)

[schromf]

I always thought the grips on my Model 58 were to small also, I purchased a set of matching rosewoods for a Model 29 or Model 57 years ago and they have served me well. That said I shoot my M58 a lot usually 100-150 rounds per range session, and either I have modified my grip slightly over the years and just noticed in the last year or so that when I shoot that much the heal of the grip will bruise my hand eventually. I just got a M57 and I suspect since the frame and grips are the same it will have the same issue. I am going to find a set that the flat bottom is rounded off on the heal, more like the monogrip style, but not so extreme. The grip Richard posted looks good except that feature.

I have been looking at the Hogue round butt here:

http://www.hogueinc.com/getgrip/merchant.ihtml?id=263&step=2

I want to check with Herrett to see if the Jordan trooper is available set up that way, before I commit though.

If you run down a lead let us know.

[guy sajer]

I tried the Hogue Coco Bolo finger groove on an M28 . With full power loads . it "squirmed" too much . Had to get a fresh grip every few shots . They are a little thin for me . I think the Jordan's Richard chose will do a better job for me ?

[schromf]

Hmm, thin that doesn't sound good. Were yours checkered? I think that might help. I guess its time to give Herretts a call and see if I can get the rounded heal.

[guy sajer]

You're probably right . Checkered may have helped . The Hogues were on it when I bought it . They looked fantastic and felt great . Just didn't work for me .

[Richard]

guy sager, what did you do with the Hogues? Maybe we can cut a deal? Send me E-Mail at richlulu@aol.com. Thanks, Richard :D

[4v50 Gary]

I tend to like those big S&W factory target grips. However, those Siles look very appealing and don't appear to interfer with the operation of speedloaders.

[Richard]

4v50 Gary, I am curious. What is it you and others like about "those big S&W factory target grips?" The only thing I can think is people that like them like the look of checkering on the skin of their palm after shooting heavy loads. Regards, Richard :D

[guy sajer]

Sorry Richard . They went with the gun when I sold it :(
However , I recently replaced it with another 4" 28 . I'm keeping this one ;)

The factory target grips from the mid?60's on were always a little to wide at the butt for me . The earlier Smith targets weren't as wide . But , they're tough to find ! My 4" 28 and 6.5" 25-2 have the later targets . They're tolerable , but could be improved on .

[Poohgyrr]

I have a set of Ahrends Coco Bolo's from Pickagrip on a 4" M24 that look good & work well for me. Doing business with Don was a pleasure too.

Another possibility might be Eagle Grips "Heritage" grips : http://www.eaglegrips.com/heritage.htm.

[Paul "Fitz" Jones]

Send for pics of Fitz N frame Gunfighter grips and I have them on my personal model 58. I also have some beautiful Iron wood grips that can only be carved on with a carbide cutter in a Dremel tool.

I will take some pics for my computer.

Paul Jones
Retired owner of Fitz Pistol Grips established 1920-1979
WE SOLD MORE GRIPS THAN ALL THE OTHERS COMBINED

[Ala Dan]

Getting Back To You, Guy-

While I perfer the rubber Hogue 'Monogrips" on the
heavy recoiling Smith N frames; I always did like the
large Goncolo Alves target woods on those square
butted Smith's. Too bad they quit producing those
models.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life member

[guy sajer]

Thanks AD . While I can use them pretty well . I feel there's something better out there . Grass is greener ... I guess . If I can't find what I like at SHOT Show , it isn't out there :)

[Poohgyrr]

I have a pair of Fitz Gunfighter's on a 3.5" pre M27, and they are nice, good checkering with a good shape, they fit my hands well, & are comfortable to use. I'd definitely take a close look at them.

[guy sajer]

Thanks John .
Any pics ?

[Poohgyrr]

Guy,

You're welcome, and I can post a pic, but it may take me a few days to borrow a digital camera. I like the grips a lot, they seem to go with the N frame.

[guy sajer]

Cool , I will wait patiently .

[Poohgyrr]

For now, here is an old picture of the right side of the grips & the box.

I will post both sides, on the pistol when I get the camera.

[Swamprabbit]

I have a 4" M29 that I've had for years. I am 6'2" but my hands are really more of a "medium" size so the stock S&W "target" grips always fit me like an oak tree stump. The standard sized S&W grips never really felt right. I've also used rubber Hogues and pachmeyers (sp?) but my favorite is the wooden finger grooved Hogues I bought from a guy on ebay a couple years ago. They are a little "slick" but not too bad. Since I only shoot this pistol while hunting, it works just fine for me. Yes, it is a square butt.

[Brian Williams]

I kinda like these Herrets, even though i haven't shot it yet.
http://www.gunpix.com/gallery/Handguns/Double_Action_Revolvers/1966S&W27-2.jpg

[Poohgyrr]

Let's see if I can post this link of the rear of a 3.5" .357 with Fitz Gunfighter's.

[Poohgyrr]

Moderators, I wanted to delete this post but can't... Do I need to do something special????

[Poohgyrr]

Here is the right side of a 3.5" .357 with Gunfighter's. Email me for a pic of the left side.

[Sarge]

I always liked the Herett's Shooting Stars on guns up through .44 Magnum with moderate loads (say, Winchester Silvertips); but if I was gonna shoot real stompers in an N-frame, I get me a set of Jordan Troopers instead.

As far as the factory N-frame stocks go, I used to take the big "smooth target" model and sand about a 3/16" bevel around the bottom edge of the grip. Makes them entirely concealable under a light jacket, as it breaks the sharp line at the base that prints through clothing, but they still handle well in fast DA fire with pretty stout loads.

[fedlaw]

My 2cents worth: Last year I acquired my second revolver, a 629PP. I tried the standard Hogue rubber grips, but did not like the feel or the distance from the trigger. Next I tried Pachmayr Decelerators. Although the additional cushioning promised additional comfort when shooting full power .44 magnum loads, I did not like the feel and the extra padding did not properly position my trigger finger. Then I tried Hogue monogrip rosewood conversion grips. The problem with those was the checkering I ordered: .44 specials--no problem; .44 magnums--would tear up my hands. Finally, I took the gun to Eagle Grips in Carol Stream, Illinois. While I waited, they custom fit a pair of oversize ebony grips. At last--Perfection. The proof of the pudding is in the eating. I now have the world's largest target gun (the gun also spent a month at Smith being accuratized) and possibly one of the most comfortable to shoot. Lesson learned: Like a custom made suit: If you want to look good, it has to be made to measure.