quick ruger blackhawk grip question

[FullEffect1911]

Hello,

I just a new model ruger blackhawk in .357. This is current production with the internal lock.

I then bought hogue wood grips to replace the sandpaper plastic one that came with the gun. These new grips unfortunately were made for pre 2006 frames without the internal lock.

Anyway I went ahead and fit them to the frame anyway, and after some filing and fitting they fit on there nice and snug.

My question is, is there any reason why fitting these grip panels to the frame would be detrimental to the function and or safety of the gun? I just want to make sure that I won't run into any unexpected problems.

 

[The Lone Haranguer]

It is inconceivable that this could hurt anything. The grips do not retain parts, and I see no way the insides of the panels could rub on any action parts.

 

[Pumpkinheaver]

You'll be fine.

 

[FullEffect1911]

like i said, i'm just making sure. I too don't see an issue really, but with that locking system and the mainspring in there if it caught or rubbed... somehow. But I was just checking in. I'm a rather be safe then sorry type. Thanks for the input.

 

[Jim March]

Make sure the cross-screw (if there is one with the new grips?) isn't rubbing on the mainspring, and you're good to go.

 

[FullEffect1911]

cross screw is good, there is no rubbing. Guess i'm good to go.... good thing too, I really hate those plastic guys.

Thanks for the input.

 

[Drail]

There's no place for plastic on a nice gun like that. You will love your Blackhawk.

 

[Virginian]

I just went through the same issue with my 50th Ann. 44. The only thing that hits the grips is the lock mechanism. The spring and everything else clears with no problems. You're all set.

 

[BlkHawk73]

There's no place for plastic on a nice gun like that. You will love your Blackhawk.

you do know that very simialr grips were used years ago on the OM BH's as well right? Today they are quite sought after.