Quoheleth
Member
I'm a bit of an amateur woodworker and thought a nice weekend/evening project would be to make my own set of grips for my 1911. I found a website that has good step-by-step instructions. Looks like it will be fun!!!
I'm curious, though, as to what woods will work well for grips. Walnut is a classic, especially for single-action revolvers. Mesquite is a favorite in the southwest.
Any woodworkers out there with suggestions for wood to make functional and good-looking grips? I know I don't want the uber-high end woods that will cost me $100 for a small block. I have both a stainless and park'ed 1911.
I have some nice, clean oak I might try for my first run. I'm not planning, right now, to try to checker these. I don't have the talent or patience to do that. These will be finished smooth.
Thanks,
Q
I'm curious, though, as to what woods will work well for grips. Walnut is a classic, especially for single-action revolvers. Mesquite is a favorite in the southwest.
Any woodworkers out there with suggestions for wood to make functional and good-looking grips? I know I don't want the uber-high end woods that will cost me $100 for a small block. I have both a stainless and park'ed 1911.
I have some nice, clean oak I might try for my first run. I'm not planning, right now, to try to checker these. I don't have the talent or patience to do that. These will be finished smooth.
Thanks,
Q