Whose stocks to you like the best, and why? I'm seeking classic appearance with good ergonomics and recoil management for some N frames in my collection.

Keith Brown, the very best quality.

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If you are talking about originals, you pretty much have to search around and buy what you find (and are at a price you are willing and able to pay.). If ordering new made, and with the parameters you mention for their intended use, you will need to try some shapes and see what fits best in your hand.

Personally, my “perfect” grips would have a modest Coke Bottle Swell and either Roper or Sanderson style checkering. In fact, the Sandersons (without thumbrest) tend to come closest to my preferred shape than either of the ones you mentioned, but this is definitely a job for Goldilocks... you’ve got to find what’s just right for you.

Froggie

Save your money and buy an original N frame diamond Target set from a member here when they come up or have a Roper set made by Curt Harlow.. You'll spend at least 150 to 200 before its over for the aftermarket type spending your hard earned money on lesser
ones you'll regret later IMHO..VERSES
A Set or 2 you save and aquire for a buck or a buck fity more each😜
Thats what I've done and no regrets now..
Best Randy

S&W Cokes are my favorite for an N frame.

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Endeavor to persevere.

Eagle Grip's Heritage Series is a decent alternative at around $200.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

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Also look at Blue Magnum. Check out their double action grips. Skeeter, John Taffin, Clint Smith styles all available.

Those are excellent! Is that your’s or from Eagle’s website? I didn’t know medallions were an option. I bought a pair years ago without medallions and one side was perfect but the checkering was messed up in the other so I returned them. But I sure like these.

They're mine, came on a 28-2 I bought at a gun show a few years ago. They're $169 without medallions and $210 with them. Still available it appears on the Eagle Grips site.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

What type of wood are these, I would guess you could get them in Rosewood, and Walnut?..............................M*

I don't know what mine are although I'd guess walnut. Web site says without medallion available in rosewood and with medallion in walnut but perhaps there are more options.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

I have 2 sets of the Eagles, one walnut and one rosewood. I like the walnut better. Got them off Ebay for about half price. Have not shot them yet, but they feel great

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I ain't no fortunate son

Also check out John Culina’s work (https://www.culinagrips.com). John does first-rate grips, is a Forum member, and can make to the variety of wood, finish and pattern you want.

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I had a set of original Ropers on a Colt and really liked them. Altamont makes grips that look like them but I've never used a set. Unfortunately they're out of stock right now. Smith & Wesson N Frame Square Butt Revolver Grips | Altamont Company

Altamont Ropers (round to square) on the 627 and Keith Brown Ropers on the Pre-27.



One machine cut and checkered, but still nice, the other hand made and hand checkered, with old-world craftsmanship - outstandingly nice.

I also like these KB custom thumb-rest wrap-around Ropers on a long tube 357. They feel mighty nice in the hand... and the craftsmanship is out of this world cool.

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