Tyler T-Grips

[Waveski]

http://t-grips.com/

Anyone with experience with the Tyler T-Grip or similar grip addition , please comment on practicality and function. I have been eyeballing that product in the hope of getting a better handle on my Smith J frames. I know I could go to a rubber finger groove grip , but that is not my style.

Specific question : is there danger of the T-Grip marring a nickel grip strap?

Geezer , I noticed that you use the T-Grip ...

Thanks , 'Ski

 

[bannockburn]

I have used Tyler T-Grips on many S&W J frames over the years. Great for the bare minimum, in terms of size and weight, in use with the standard S&W round butt grips.

 

[BillA]

Tyler T

I have used T grips on many Smiths and Colts over the years, and they do fine with original wood "splinter" grips. The grip is made of aluminum, so it should not harm nickel plated steel, as the aluminum is much softer than the nickel. On my Smith 638 Airweight Bodyguard, I like the Pachmyer Compac grip best, becuse it fills the hand and covers the backstrap, making the recoil much softer. But for pocket carry, I often use the original wood grips with the Tyler adapter, because it conceals so well, yet is comfortable draw and hold. The Smith or Hogue boot grip gives a good grip on the gun, but I just like the way the gun sits in my hand and points better with the original woodgrips and the Tyler T. It has not harmed the coated aluminum frame at all. I have fired at least a couple hundred rounds using the Tyler, and no damage to the finish is evident. However, there is more sting to the hand with the wood grips and Tyler, where the Compac is the most comfortable to use, especially at the range. But in real life, the gun will be carried much more than it will be shot, so the concealment factor is important, as any real life or death shooting will be over quickly, and the gun still handles well with the wood and Tyler. I won't shoot it enough in a real situation to worry about my hand stinging like it would at the range with a lot of shooting. I give Tyler T grip a 9 out of 10 rating.

 

[Dframe]

I've used them for years on Colts Detective specials and cobras. I'm a Colt guy so have never owned a j frame smith. The Tylers work VERY well for the "Too small" grips on many guns. They're made of aluminum and the attaching tabs appear to be copper. They won't harm your gun. I have a detective special carried for 32 years by a LEO with the adapter and it is just fine even though the guns finish is about what you'd expect for 32 years of carry. I removed the stocks and adapter to inspect and could barely see the outline of where the attaching tabs were located.

 

[ColtPythonElite]

I have them on several guns, including nickel, and have never marred a finish.

 

[Hanshi]

I keep one on my old S&W M18. I like it on this one of the few good guns I managed to keep.

 

[AK103K]

Ive used them for years as well, especially on my J frames. When used with the old service type grips, I doubt youll get any smaller, and they do add considerably to the shootability of the guns.

 

[GyMac]

I use them on all my K frames. If I had a J, I would have one on it. They vastly improve handling and feel for me.

 

[frankmako]

i use them on my j-frames. they work well and are hard to beat.

 

[oldbear]

I've been very happy with the BK brand of grip adapter, and have then on several of my J and K frame revolvers.

 

[palmetto99]

I have used one on my model 60 j-frame for years. It gives a good grip and is still small enough to allow me to drop it into a front pants pocket. I also have one on a model 15 sq butt and another on a model 10 round butt. Once again, good grip without a lot of bulk.

 

[CajunBass]

I keep one of my EDC, Model 12-2. Best grip I've ever used I believe, and I love the classic look.



I've never seen any evidence of damage to the aluminum frame.

 

[skoro]

please comment on practicality and function.

I have T-grips on several of my S&W k and j-frames with the std magna stocks. They really make the grip fit my hand a whole lot better and they look great, too. I'm a fan.

 

[steve564]

I have 2 t-grips. Will upload a picture later today. I have never had any issues with the finish. Fire them every now and then. have them for years.

 

[oneounceload]

My dad put the Pachmayr equal on a S&W pre model 10 about 60 years ago - really helps

 

[msrtex]

I loved the one I put on my S&W 66 but it broke very shortly after I installed it. There is no warranty and Tyler has never returned my requests to replace it. Take this with a grain of salt though as it is rare to hear of one breaking. The few people I do know of have suggested I use JB Weld to fix mine.

 

[bdb benzino]

I put on my S&W 66 but it broke very shortly after I installed it. There is no warranty and Tyler has never returned my requests to replace it. Take this with a grain of salt though as it is rare to hear of one breaking. The few people I do know of have suggested I use JB Weld to fix mine.

Same thing happened to one I got used. JB weld worked to fix mine FYI.

 

[Cocked & Locked]

I like'em

 

[divotmaker]

Tyler manufacturing no product/no communication

Check the internet carefully before ordering. Esp the S&W forums.

I am one of many past and present ( in my case just these past 2 months) that sent in a check and never received a product.

They never answer the phone or respond to email, but they will cash your check.

While some people claim to receive product, I will tell you that I along with others received nothing. I should have known to avoid a modern business that does not have online ordering or credit card options, so at least you could dispute the charge.

They are at best incompetent, at worst mail fraud.

 

[skoro]

dupe

 

[Waveski]

The Tyler product has been on my list of things to acquire for some time , however , I have been a bit leery of the ordering format. I think that I will sit tight and look for a similar product from a better , ah , organized vendor.

Thanks for the input.

 

[Panzerschwein]

I use them on my EDC- a S&W 642-1 no lock, paired with some Barami hip grips.

They have worked really nice so far. Haven't come loose or anything, and they're very comfortable. Looks good to!

 

[Stephanie B]

Look into the BK grips, instead. Yes, they're plastic, but you'll get them in about a week or less. I have a set on a Model 10 and I like the feel of them.

There is too much chatter about the problems getting things out of Tyler Grips to persuade me to order them.

 

[Iggy]

In addition to the "magna grips" illustrated on the many guns in this thread, they work well with 1920's vintage "service grips" on old timey S&W's too.

 

[Cocked & Locked]

...and also with stag grips on this 1917 S&W US Army .45