I got two sets of grips for S&W revolvers and they were beautiful. I got another set for a 1911 and splurged and got the oil finish. I was very disappointed. I didn't like them as much as I did my regular grips. Don't know if it was just the piece of wood or what. It was the first time I was disappointed in an Ahrends product. I guess it does look better than the plastic grips that came on it.