Talon grips / cleaning

[SmurfHunter]

For those of you who have the talon grips. Specifically the rubber ones. What cleaning agents do you use on the frame that don't affect the grips at all?

[158Grain]

I have the rubber grips on my FS 40. They have been installed for about 9 months now. I don't really use any cleaners on the frame besides a damp rag to remove sweat and dirt. Typically do this once every few months

[SmurfHunter]

Has anyone actually got any solvents on theirs?

[robkarrob]

I have had Talon rubber grips on my guns, for several years, and really have not had to clean them. Of course I have got a little gun cleaning solvent on the grips, but I try to dry it off as soon as it gets on the grip. So far no problem with the grip or the adhesion to the frame. They are still soft and grippy. I would think dishwashing solution should work well. Just mix a normal blend, that you would use on the dishes. Then get a towel/rag wet, and wipe the grips down. Then rinse the soap out of the towel and wipe the grip off a few times with plain water, to get all the soap and residue off. I would be careful to not get the grips so wet, that the solution can get under the surface. They stick good, but no need to test the glue adhesion.

I would not use any type of harsh cleaning agent, as it could weaken the glue, and the grips may peel off.

Bob

[Justin69]

Has anyone removed there Talon grips AFTER being on for several months? Were the original gun grips all gooey & tacky? Were they able to get the gun back to stock form (like before the talon grips were added)? Just wondering

[SmurfHunter]

I usually wipe my whole frame down with hoppes so this is why I'm curious

[robkarrob]

Yes I have removed the grip, and nearly all the glue comes off with the grip. Just by rolling your thumb/finger over the remaining glue, most of it can be rubbed off. Alcohol also helps to remove the residue. I used a precision screwdriver to get a few small pieces, down in the grip checkering. I have only removed one rubber grip, and replaced it with the granular (sandpaper) grip. This is a range gun only, and the sandpaper gives it a better grip. After a lot of shooting, my hand gets a little raw, in spots. It is a sandpaper finish, and that is what sandpaper is used for, to remove material (skin).

Bob

[Blue9]

I haven't had any issues with cleaning, but I don't use any agents on the frame. If you use hopped, clp, etc I think it will breakdown the glue and your talons will start to peel.

I'd recommend just keeping the solvents away from the frame.

[SmurfHunter]

Ok so I'll stick to soapy water for the grip area.

[Atticaz]

Originally Posted by SmurfHunter

For those of you who have the talon grips. Specifically the rubber ones. What cleaning agents do you use on the frame that don't affect the grips at all?

I got this answer directly from Talon Grips, via Facebook PM.

"Any of the Brake-free cleaners will attack the adhesive. I usually break the weapon down and clean the slide assembly however you see fit. Be delicate with the lower and clean the grip area with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth. The internal components of the lower should be cleaned with minimal amount of solution that is needed.

Thanks for the message"

[SmurfHunter]

Originally Posted by Atticaz

I got this answer directly from Talon Grips, via Facebook PM.

"Any of the Brake-free cleaners will attack the adhesive. I usually break the weapon down and clean the slide assembly however you see fit. Be delicate with the lower and clean the grip area with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth. The internal components of the lower should be cleaned with minimal amount of solution that is needed.

Thanks for the message"

Thanks. This is helpful

[K-9]

You could wrap the grip frame with plastic wrap when cleaning.

[Southpaw1]

Yup, I use rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball after cleaning. Keeps things a bit "tacky".

[srings]

I use Ballistol. No issues here.