I used to be a semi-auto-only guy, but over the past year have bitten the revolver bug hard. I have scoured Gun Broker for older Smith & Wesson revolvers and found several very slick examples with smooth triggers and gorgeous deep bluing. NOW I see why some folks rave(d) about smooth double action revolver triggers.
BUT, I find that the presentation and magna grips that accompany these guns (admitted very well made and fitted) just don't work well for me. After trying a variety of grips (Hogue, Altamont, Pachmayr, old factory, etc.), I found the Ahrends to be the most comfortable of the lot. So I spent a considerable sum putting the Ahrends on every revolver (and I am keeping the factory grips for collector purposes, as they are often fitted to the individual guns).
Then I felt these grips: https://www.gunsamerica.com/userimages/3321/963785284/wm_4086147.jpg (here is another picture: http://picturearchive.gunauction.co...h---wesson-586-classic-004.jpg_thumbnail0.jpg).
They are apparently factory S&W grips that come with the new "Classic" line (e.g. 586-8). The wood is nothing special, but the great thing about these grips for me is the very thin, gentle taper on the right side of the grip that provides for an excellent reach to the trigger for the index finger.
But I cannot find where to buy these grips. The presentation grips for sale at S&W website show the older, thicker grips. I would sincerely appreciate if someone could please direct me to where I can purchase these "Classic" line grips.
BUT, I find that the presentation and magna grips that accompany these guns (admitted very well made and fitted) just don't work well for me. After trying a variety of grips (Hogue, Altamont, Pachmayr, old factory, etc.), I found the Ahrends to be the most comfortable of the lot. So I spent a considerable sum putting the Ahrends on every revolver (and I am keeping the factory grips for collector purposes, as they are often fitted to the individual guns).
Then I felt these grips: https://www.gunsamerica.com/userimages/3321/963785284/wm_4086147.jpg (here is another picture: http://picturearchive.gunauction.co...h---wesson-586-classic-004.jpg_thumbnail0.jpg).
They are apparently factory S&W grips that come with the new "Classic" line (e.g. 586-8). The wood is nothing special, but the great thing about these grips for me is the very thin, gentle taper on the right side of the grip that provides for an excellent reach to the trigger for the index finger.
But I cannot find where to buy these grips. The presentation grips for sale at S&W website show the older, thicker grips. I would sincerely appreciate if someone could please direct me to where I can purchase these "Classic" line grips.