Hogue Hardwood Grips

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No Name XII

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What has your experiece with Hogue's wood grips been? I am considering getting a set for a Model 29 and possible a Python. The stock grips positively chew up my hand on the 29 from the checkering and the S&W emblem. I am not sure, but I am thinking about smooth grips with no finger grooves. I will definitely not have checkering, but I am unsure as to the issue of finger grooves. Full, single, or none? I am just concerned about the finger grooves not fitting well with my hand. If it matters, I think I have hands that are on the larger size. I don't know what measurements are usually used, but from my pinky to thumb, outstretched, is a hair over 9 1/2".

Also, how are the grips attached. They say that they are one piece grips, and I don't quite see how they are secured. Does Hogue stock most models, or are they custom order only? If so, how long does it usually take to get them? Midway says 90+ days for a backorder.
 
Man, I love my hogue monogrip on my Redhawk.

I got no checkering, full finger grooves. My hands are on the large side too, and measure 9.5 inches from pinky to tip of thumb outstretched. I don't know how to measure officially either.

There is a "stirrup" that sits inside the monogrip that loops over the bottom of the grip frame on the pistol (at least on rugers, not sure about smiths). There is a screw that is inserted from the bottom of the grip that tightens down on the stirrup, pulling the grip up and into the frame and securing it.

Hard to describe, but easy enough once it is in front of you.

I love the finger grooves. They are spaced perfectly. If you are unsure, though, get the single groove.

Mine took about a week and a half or two weeks from on-line order to receipt. They did have to make them since their are so many gun models with so many options in so many woods. I imagine they made them within a week then sent them via USPS for 3-4 days. Really good turn around in my opinion.

The finish is great. My stock ruger redhawk grips had soaked up a lot of dirt and oil from my hands, and these have a stronger finish on them that will most likely last a lot longer. But they aren't slippery, even with the sealant on there.

The part I think I am looking forward to the most about Hogue grips is that if I get a smith 686 .357, I can put a Hogue monogrip on that and have a very similar feel to my Redhawk. Or a GP100. Or a Dan Wesson. Or a Taurus. If I keep all my DA revolvers with the same grip design, my shooting should be very consistent.
 
My own experience with the Hogue woods has been mixed, No Name. I had a set for one of my .38 snubbies and sets for a couple of my K and N frames revolvers. They never seemed to fit quite right on the snubbie, and never seem to feel quite right to my hand on the K and N frames. I have found a source of reasonably priced wood grips, however, that you might want to check out. I've bought several set from these folks and the fit, finish, and feel are superb on all of them. They're much more reasonably priced than the Hogues too. http://handgungrips.com/

By the way, if you decide to go with rubber type grips, check out the Pachmayrs instead of the Hogues. In my humble opinion, they are far superior in terms of performance.
 
I have a set of Hogue Fingergrip stocks in cocobolo on my GP100. They're good grips and are comfortable. However, I've found something better for S&Ws, Kim Ahrends. His stocks are every bit as nice as Hogue, attach in a traditional manner, are less expensive, and he can ship orders much faster than Hogue.

I ordered a set of Square Butt & Fingergrooved Osage Orange stocks for my M10-7 and had them in my hands about two weeks later.

If I had a picture, I'd post it. Do a search over at the S&W forum and you'll find a picture of Dhart's 586 with the OO grips.

Chris
 
Grip gripe...

Revolver grips are about the most personal firearms item I think I've come across. The are unique to the user, the firearm, and purpose. I've got a box full of discarded grips I've tried and rejected over the years but could not throw away. (yes, some were bad enough I threw them away)

As far as your Model 29 question goes, what are you going to use it for? I have a couple of 'N' frames, and they sport different grips depending on use.

For instance:

Here's a S&W 629 PC that has a Hogue Monogrip
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I found that the recoil warranted a soft rubber grip and I prefered the Hogues over the 'harder' rubber on the Pachmayrs (YMMV)

Here is a S&W 627 PC that has Jerry Miculek smooth wood grips
SW627-5PC.jpg


I find the smooth wood rolls better in my hands and allows for faster follow up shots, but gets abusive when I push 'hot' .357 loads.

Here is an older S&W 586 that sports a Hogue Exotic laminated redwood fingergroove grip
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I use this 6" for 25 yard target work and the fingergrooves give me good purchase, but it's not as 'fast' as the smooth grips.

All of these grips mount the same way, with the above mentioned 'U' shaped stirrup that snaps over the pegs on the bottom of the grip frame. Then the one piece grip slides over the stirrup, the grip frame, and settles into place (usually with a few sharp raps). Then a single screw fits into the base of the grip, securing it to the stirrup.

Overall, you're going to have to try a grip in your hands ,on your gun, to determine if it's for you. I recommend Hogue as a manufacturer as I have yet to be disapointed in any of their products, but that does not mean they have the right grip for you.

-LeadPumper
 
"However, I've found something better for S&Ws, Kim Ahrends."

I agree, mtnbkr. When I replaced the Hogue woods on my snubbie, that's what I purchased for it. They are indeed superb! I got the boot grips he makes for the J-frame snubbie and they work perfectly, even with the +P ammo I normally carry in the piece. I carry this weapon in an IWB holster and the small size of the grips makes it seem to disappear entirely.
 
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