[Captains1911]

What is the plastic thing in front of the grip seen in this photo? How does it attach?

http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/310834000/310834195/pix205677020.jpg

[skt239]

That's a Tyler T grip and it is used to give the skinny grips more purchase. They were very popular for a while, especially on J-frames.

[Captains1911]

If the adapter is removed, is it likely that the frame will show uneven wear marks from it?

[skt239]

I've never used one but I've read they are simple to install. I think it might be as basic as snapping on. I don't think they would leave to much of a mark considering where they connect but I could be wrong. Someone will chime in with more info.

[doc2rn]

I have bought a few S&W mod 10s with those Tyler T grips on them. I dont like them so I usually just take them off and cover the whole grip with a Hogue grip.

[royal barnes]

The T Grips are held in place by two copper tabs, one on each side, that fit on the frame and are held in place by the grip panels. I have used Tylers on various guns for years and have never seen wear marks, even or uneven, on the frame.

They are still popular with those who want a more hand filling grip on their handgun without resorting to the large combat style grips or those "awful rubber thingies" by Hogue or Pachmayr.:barf:

[Iggy]

http://www.t-grips.com/TGrips.html

[rcmodel]

They were very popular for a while, especially on J-frames.They are still popular today, with folks who know what works!!

Just try finding a used one at a gun show sometime!!

When Mr. Tyler died a few years ago, there was uncertainty as to whether or not they would ever be made again.

Prices went through the roof, and where you used to see cigar boxes full of them, now you can't find even one.

Fortunately, Mr. Tylers son begin producing them again a year or two ago.

rc

[Captains1911]

thanks everyone, I just bought the gun on gunbroker:) I'll be removing the adapter, if anybody wants it let me know.

ETA: the adapter is taken

[royal barnes]

Try shooting it with the T Grip in place. You may decide to keep it.;)

[Captains1911]

Try shooting it with the T Grip in place. You may decide to keep it.;)
I bought this gun a collector piece, not a shooter, and I don't like the way it looks with the adapter. Trust me, I'm not usually a form over function guy, but I am with this particular gun.

[1madss]

I'll take the t-grip if you are not going to use it. PM me and we can work out the details.

Thanks

[Drail]

Grip adaptors are absolute proof the S&W doesn't have a freaking clue about proper grip design.:scrutiny:

[Captains1911]

The grip adapter is spoken for, thanks guys.

[ATLDave]

Grip adaptors are absolute proof that what worked for many shooters in 1899, when that grip came into production, and when the dominant mode of shooting was one-handed bullseye-style shooting doesn't necessarily work for all shooters today.:scrutiny:

There, fixed that for ya'. ;)

[moonman16]

Try Googling BKGrips.

They attach with 2 clips instead of Tyler-T's one.

They ship very fast compared to Tylers.

Some claim the revolver frame and grip adapters matching fit is also better.

I have 3 BK's and no Tylers.

[Cocked & Locked]

Tyler T-grip fan here! They are aluminum...not plastic.

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6263277/402892409.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6263277/397716792.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486409/400076996.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486409/399682928.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486409/399682927.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486421/398335687.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486421/328391445.jpg

[Cocked & Locked]

continued...

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6486421/299351744.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6259637/400077143.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6259637/394843551.jpg

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2169/3082611/6259637/166278259.jpg

[sgtstryker]

I have a T grip on my 640 and on a Model 10. Yep, they are sorta nostalgic but they do work.. Wow, just saw the above photos, very nice..

[Driftwood Johnson]

Howdy

I don't remember where I picked up this Tyler T Grip, but I installed it on my Model 36. I don't much care for modern rubber grips, so I like the T-Grip much better. Works real well with a small frame 38.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v495/Driftwood_Johnson/smith%20and%20wesson/model3601.jpg

[Doc3402]

I would try it with the Tyler adapter first. I've never seen one hurt the gun, and it allows you to keep a smaller profile grip on the firearm for concealment.

[Captains1911]

I would try it with the Tyler adapter first. I've never seen one hurt the gun, and it allows you to keep a smaller profile grip on the firearm for concealment.
Read #11 above.

[Doc3402]

Got it. I wish you had mentioned that in #1. We could have let all those poor electrons rest. <grin>

[Cocked & Locked]

I bought this gun a collector piece, not a shooter, and I don't like the way it looks with the adapter. Trust me, I'm not usually a form over function guy, but I am with this particular gun.

I'm not trying to be a smart aleck, but a 4" heavy barreled model 10 with incorrect stocks does not fall in the collector gun category. Lots of them were made and issued for many years. Maybe someday, but not today. :scrutiny:

[Captains1911]

I'm not trying to be a smart aleck, but a 4" heavy barreled model 10 with incorrect stocks does not fall in the collector gun category. Lots of them were made and issued for many years. Maybe someday, but not today. :scrutiny:
Thanks for clarifying that, I guess my ARs, 1911s, and everything else don't count as part of my gun "collection" either because there have been so many produced.:confused: Give me a break. I wanted the gun BECAUSE of its popularity, or it's iconic value if you will. Sorry if that's hard for you to understand.

[Sam1911]

Ok, ok. Ease up. Someone said "collector piece" which sounds a lot like "collector's item." Obviously a Model 10 isn't a "collector's item" in the traditional sense. It can certainly still be part of a collection.

No reason for this to get unpleasant.

[EDIT: LET'S DROP THAT ARGUMENT LEST THE THREAD GET CLOSED.]

[Captains1911]

I'm not trying to be a smart aleck, but a 4" heavy barreled model 10 with incorrect stocks does not fall in the collector gun category. Lots of them were made and issued for many years. Maybe someday, but not today. :scrutiny:

What about the grips (stocks) is incorrect? Other than the adapter.

[Captains1911]

I'm still curious about the incorrect stocks. Thanks.

[Husker_Fan]

If you take the stocks off, one of them should have a number penciled on it. The stocks original to the gun will match the serial number of the gun. This was done at the factory because stocks would be sanded on the frame so they would match up then numbered so they could be put back on the right gun after final finishing.

There are a lot of variations of S&W magna stocks, and some are very subtle. The S&W experts may be able to tell that those don't belong on an HB model 10, but I can't tell you for sure.

[Cocked & Locked]

The serial number is more often stamped (as in pressed) into the backside of the right grip panel. Usually just the earlier guns had the serial number penciled in.

The ones on Captains1911 model 10 will be original to the gun if the numbers match. His are known as "modified magnas" or PC (plain clothes) grips since they have the rounded bottom. This style usually, but not always, were found on the shorter barrel K-frames. Size appropriate PC's were standard on the S&W N frame models 58 and the original 520.

Most 4" heavy barreled model 10's had the regular flat bottom Magna aka Service style grips.

No exact each and every time happenings with S&W revolvers though.

[Captains1911]

Interesting, thanks for the info, I will check for the number when I get it. Here is another photo of the grip bottom.

http://pics.gunbroker.com/GB/310834000/310834195/pix938730064.jpg

[Cocked & Locked]

No problem. In the 2nd photo it looks like your model 10 has a hole in the bottom of the grip frame? If so, it had a lanyard swivel there at one time.

You might have an interesting model 10 if the PC grips number to the gun and it originally came with a lanyard swivel!

I meant no offense in my earlier post on page #1. In reading it again I see how it was taken that way.

You have my apology Sir! :o

[Captains1911]

No problem. In the 2nd photo it looks like your model 10 has a hole in the bottom of the grip frame? If so, it had a lanyard swivel there at one time.

You might have an interesting model 10 if the PC grips number to the gun and it originally came with a lanyard swivel!

I meant no offense in my earlier post on page #1. In reading it again I see how it was taken that way.

You have my apology Sir! :o
No need for apologies and no offense taken, thanks again for the info. I'll update once I have the gun, hopefully early next week.

[amd6547]

Tyler T-grips are a fantastic addition to a shooting revolver...I like them much better than rubber grips.
It would be a shame to take a nice Model 10 and put it on a shelf without shooting it. Such a great shooter..load it with wadcutter target ammo, and it barely recoils...load it with +P SWCHP's and it makes an excellent HD weapon...all with terrific accuracy...and the combination of PC Magnas and the T-grip just fits the hand perfectly.
There is a reason the Model 10 is "iconic"...it is one of the best revolvers ever.

[Frank V]

Captians1911

Congratulations on a fine gun. The S&W mod. 10 was the carry gun all others were judged by for years. It was only the comming of the .357 that slowed down the popularity of the Mod. 10 & some of us think it's still one of the finest carry guns to be manufactured.
Frank