Ahrends Grip Source

[tompehret]

I'm guessing this is the right forum. If not, my apologies.
I'm considering getting some Ahrend's Tacticals for my new (to me) Model 19-5 2.5". I'm told by Ahrends that the delivery time is 10 weeks. A seller on "A-Bay" claims to have over 200 pairs on hand for immediate delivery, same price, brand new.

His profile has a 100% positive rating. Anybody here ever deal with this seller?

 

[GerSan69]

If it's "gripseller", yes. She is excellent to deal with. I purchased two sets of maple grips through her; very prompt delivery, probably faster than from Ahrends directly.

 

[TAROMAN]

Another longtime Gripseller customer here.
Terri's service is unequaled and you see exactly the grips you will be getting, unlike ordering direct from the factory, which is a blind deal in addition to the 10+ weeks wait.

 

[Cal44]

I also bought from gripseller. Only one grip a couple months ago. Fast service and it was equivalent to some I got from Kim Ahrends directly.

 

[S&W45Colt]

Same here, Gripseller is A+.

 

[fat tom]

Terri's service is unequaled and you see exactly the grips you will be getting,

What he said.
f.t.

 

[flundertaker]

Not to hijack but I was also looking on flea Bay for stocks and saw multiple sets from someone overseas. I was very skepticism despite a perfect feedback reading. User is jaruwan in Laksi Thailand.

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[Prodigal Son]

I, too, have dealt with Gripseller and have nothing but praise. I've bought 5 sets of Ahrends grips from her. Each time a perfect transaction with prompt shipping.

 

[Black_Sheep]

If it's "gripseller", yes. She is excellent to deal with. I purchased two sets of maple grips through her; very prompt delivery, probably faster than from Ahrends directly.

Ditto, I have purchased from Gripseller as well. An added benefit is that the grips pictured in their EBay store are the actual grips you would be purchasing so there is an opportunity to select the color and grain pattern you prefer...

 

[Lefever]

I ordered direct from Kim Arhends 9 wks ago and based on an email from him should have them in a week or so. I wanted walnut so called him and he said he had some very nice walnut now and that I wouldn't be disappointed. Also wanted his tung oil finish. The wait will soon be over and I'll have exactly what I wanted. All I've heard about Gripseller is excellent but they don't show any walnut.
Bob

 

[Breechloader]

I ordered direct from Kim Arhends 9 wks ago and based on an email from him should have them in a week or so. I wanted walnut so called him and he said he had some very nice walnut now and that I wouldn't be disappointed. Also wanted his tung oil finish. The wait will soon be over and I'll have exactly what I wanted. All I've heard about Gripseller is excellent but they don't show any walnut.
Bob

Like it says at their bay store- if you dont see what you want ask.

 

[hkcavalier]

+1 for gripseller. Not a huge fan of eBay/PayPal of course, but it sure beats sending a check and waiting.

 

[tompehret]

Thank you all for the feedback. I've come to depend on Forum members for straight talk.
When practical, I like to deal directly with the source but it sounds like Terri is the real deal and it won't hurt the folks at Ahrends any. I'll pass on the ones from Thailand. No offense to them I hope.

 

[GerSan69]

I never asked, but it certainly looks like she's an authorized Ahrends retailer. When I asked for maple, a flavor she didn't stock at the time, she got them to me far faster than 10 weeks. Nice lady, too.

 

[JDBoardman]

One more positive vote for Terri at Gripseller.I have bought 5 sets of Ahrends stocks from her, and the wait has never been more than a week, and I have been very pleased with what I got. You won't go wrong buying from her.

 

[Lobster Picnic]

Not to hijack but I was also looking on flea Bay for stocks and saw multiple sets from someone overseas. I was very skepticism despite a perfect feedback reading. User is jaruwan in Laksi Thailand.

I think the rating is legit. I recently received a set of these from Thailand and they are superb. Mine were even "on sale" at $29.99 SHIPPED. They are every bit as nice as many other brands that sell for $70+. They just take about a month to get here.

The only thing to watch out for was the shoulder comes up so high on the backstrap of the sq butt K-frame grips, that a TH will not cock fully for single action. You would have to modify the grips a little. Regular hammer is okay.

 

[Cpt. Obvious]

just got a pair from gripseller today. bought wednesday afternoon, showed up today! second set I've gotten from 'em, will probably buy again soon.

 

[Matt Hooper]

+1 for Terri too. Best customer service and a quick turnaround. Very nice person with a great selection!

 

[qrachel]

e-Bay Worked for Me

I'm guessing this is the right forum. If not, my apologies.
I'm considering getting some Ahrend's Tacticals for my new (to me) Model 19-5 2.5". I'm told by Ahrends that the delivery time is 10 weeks. A seller on "A-Bay" claims to have over 200 pairs on hand for immediate delivery, same price, brand new.

His profile has a 100% positive rating. Anybody here ever deal with this seller?

Hi Tom: I ordered two sets from Ahrends and am waiting ≥ 8 weeks now, but they were clear about the wait time. I also got a pair of Retro Combats in Maple for my 629 from e-Bay in < 1 week. Same quality, price, feel. Haven't mounted them yet but will soon.

This isn't a recommendation, but e-Bay worked for me. Not sure the fella I got them from is the same person you are talking about; the person I dealt with had a 100% rating and tons of S&W grips. It was a fun and fast experience that ended well.

Take care and enjoy your redressed piece,

Rachel

 

[jughed440]

I have purchased 4 sets of Ahrends from gripseller...not one problem.