Model 40 Grip Question

bmannon · #1 10-11-2010, 07:28 PM

Hi, I was wondering if it is possible to use the Crimson Trace Defender Series Laser Grips on a Model 40 Lemon Squeezer?
This is the model I am speaking of, they are open in the back...
Laser Sight For Smith & Wesson J-Frame LG-105 Defender Series | Crimson Trace Laser Grips
Thanks in advance.
B.

wheelgun610 · #2 10-12-2010, 01:29 PM

What I can tell you is that the locating disc on the earlier Model 40/42 is smaller than on other J frames. Not sure about the newly reintroduced model. Is yours an older one or the new model?

Mark

bmannon · #3 10-12-2010, 01:33 PM

I don't have one but was thinking about getting one of the new ones.

HEADKNOCKER · #4 10-12-2010, 01:56 PM

The locater discs of the new model 40/42 is smaller just like the older lemon squeezer Centennials..
You could modify them smaller with a dremel & get them to fit..
I only know this because I bought a Pre 40 #248 without the factory grips & modified a set of open backed Pachmayrs to work on it till I got a set of the factory high horns..
IIRC I used a small round disc the size of the original. like a dime, & marked the grips & then cut away with a small burr & checked for fit as I went..
You could also remove the mainspring by pulling the trigger part way till the hole in the plunger shows & put a paper clip in the hole & release then remove the housing captured, Then put one grip on the locater pin & push up flush with the back strap & reach threw & mark it with a scribe & then do the other side..
It would be hard to cut a $200+ set of grips but could be done without damage if your carefull..
Good Luck!!
Gary/Hk

bmannon · #5 10-12-2010, 02:13 PM

It would be pretty much one of a kind if I did it huh? Could someone reference me a picture of what I would actually be cutting to make them fit?

TLG · #6 10-12-2010, 04:03 PM

Here is a different laser that might suit your needs. I read about it a few weeks ago. Check it out.

LaserLyte : Rear Sight Laser : Laser Gun Sights : Laser Bore Tools : Pistol Bayonet

Check out the new products. They have a side mounted laser for the J-Frame model. Might be worth checking out.

TLG, The old guy in WV.....

bmannon · #7 10-12-2010, 04:13 PM

Thanks TLG. I don't really like the side mounted models however. I have one of the new 38 Bodyguards and cannot get used to activating the laser with my thumb. I am sure I would never get it on in a high stress situation, so I am planning on selling it and getting a Centennial type revolver and putting CT grips on it. I like the nickel finish on the 40s over the brushed SS of the 642, that is why I was looking at that model. Can anyone recommend a nickel Centennial that is a standard J frame.

Oh, and TLG, I see you are in WV also, I am in Cabell County over by KY and OH.

TLG · #8 10-12-2010, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bmannon

Thanks TLG. I don't really like the side mounted models however. I have one of the new 38 Bodyguards and cannot get used to activating the laser with my thumb. I am sure I would never get it on in a high stress situation, so I am planning on selling it and getting a Centennial type revolver and putting CT grips on it. I like the nickel finish on the 40s over the brushed SS of the 642, that is why I was looking at that model. Can anyone recommend a nickel Centennial that is a standard J frame.

Oh, and TLG, I see you are in WV also, I am in Cabell County over by KY and OH.

I am from Harrision County. I carry a 442 with a C.T. LG-105 like you mentioned. For me, I like the blue finish.

Here is my little J....

442 with CT Grips.jpg 442 in Style 1 Pancake Holster.jpg