What’s the Most Comfy Non-Factory Grips for My M65 in 3-inch??

[Nalapombu]

Hey all.

I have a m65 in 3-inch that needs some new grips. I did have the factory round butt grips with a Tyler but one of my grip panels got a crack in it so I had to go with a cheapo hard rubber vintage set that’s not bad, but I know there’s much better available.

I was looking at the Hogue rubber grips with finger grooves as well as the Pachmayr grips. I’ve never tried either one. I’ve read good and bad about the Hogue finger groove grips. They’re the least expensive that I’ve found at about $25.
In my search for replacement grips I have been very surprised at just how expensive grips are for this revolver.

What kind of grips do you prefer on your wheelguns? For those that have Pachmayr grips on your 3 inch m65, please post a pic. I’d like to see how they look before I buy.

Any help and suggestions is appreciated.

 

[waffles]

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The above are my favorite round butt K/L frame grips. Finger grooves can be good, but only if your hands match their spacing well enough.

If you have ebay, here's a set for $14 shipped. You can also find plenty of other used K frame grips there, takeoffs are common and cheap.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2551746267...:Y9UAAOSwtk5hZLJj&LH_BIN=1&LH_ItemCondition=4

 

[SLT223]

I bought these second hand, here on the forum I think. They are the product of John and Jennifer Culina (forum member Kurac). I much prefer this style over the boot grip because I can get my little finger around the bottom of it.

Replaced the hogues below.

 

[waffles]

Can't find any pics of the above on my old 3" 65, so here they are on an L frame snub

 

[ladder13]

Check this thread. Best Goodyear’s ever, imo.

If you can find a pair, buy it.

http://smith-wessonforum.com/firear...what-big-deal-uncle-mikes-grips-new-post.html

 

[ISCS Yoda]

bgmntmn on this forum makes outstanding elk grips for all S&W revolvers. The gun below is a 4" Model 10 .357 Magnum to give you an idea of his work on K frames - I like these grips but they're not inexpensive:

 

[Lonestar57]

Don't really know your price range but I like these although I don't currently own a 3" K frame RB right now

Pachmayr Renegade Deluxe Wood Laminate Revolver Grips S&W K/L Frame Round Butt Revolver Checkered Cut Panels Rosewood | Cheaper Than Dirt

 

[mojave30cal]

See if you can find a pair of Uncle Mike's grips on Ebay. They
come in round or square but configurations. I like the fit in
my hand when I shoot my 681.

 

[LPD256]

I have used Culina Combats. If price is a concern then I like the Pachmayer Compacs. Enjoy your new gun. They are a lot of fun.

 

[S&W Fan]

I'm a wuss, I prefer the Pach Compact grip as well for comfort. This is my 64-5 NY-1 3". While not a magnum I like these grips for my hot .38+P load.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

Also like the Pach Compacts.
Like here on my 66 Shorty.

 

[Snapping Twig]

Hogue

 

[Moo Moo]

Yes, I also like the Pachmayr Compacs too.

 

[Sistema1927]

Don't really know your price range but I like these although I don't currently own a 3" K frame RB right now

Pachmayr Renegade Deluxe Wood Laminate Revolver Grips S&W K/L Frame Round Butt Revolver Checkered Cut Panels Rosewood | Cheaper Than Dirt

Great grips, but friends don't let friends buy from Cheaper than Dirt.

 

[CobiaS&W]

I really like the S&W round butt target grips for my 3" K frames. The picture is a 3" Model 64. These grips are now installed on my 3" 65

 

[sigp220.45]

Another vote for the Pachy compacs.

 

[RodD]

I have two pair of Houge rubber monogrips without finger grooves. They do a run of these periodically. You might give them a call.

 

[22lrfan]

My 65 has a pair of bigmtnman stag grips on it.

 

[ME94]

Here are some Ahrends I like. on my 64

 

[Dale53]

Here is one of my most favorite revolvers:
686 Model CS-1 with 4” barrel. The Pachmayr's are original issue. Totally comfortable and eminently shootable!


https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/jj80/Dale53/.highres/QLightTentTests-2.jpg

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