Anyone Make Their Own Grips

[Lon C.]

I'm a retired cabinetmaker/furniture-maker, but I'm a new shooter [about 2 years now]. The lumber yard I dealt with has some eye-catching lumber that I believe would look great on a grip.

But...are there some lumber species unsuited for grips: Ebony or Amaranth? Ebony is v-e-r-y dense and many times Amaranth will bleed unless first treated.

Also wondering if there are patterns for the numerous "alphabet frame" grips, or should I just wing it with carving tools, coping saw, scraper & a traced-on-paper pattern?

Any guidance in these ends would be most gratefully received!

 

[vonn]

Jump in and do some practice on cheap ,easy to work with wood ,is where I would start. Lots of videos,etc. Takes skills and lots of time but art is also part of the equation. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

[Lon C.]

vonn,

Thanks for the shot in the arm. I will keep you posted on what gets accomplished. Thanks again.

lon

 

[pharmer]

With a little practice you could be this good. Joe

 

[Naphtali]

Lon C., I sent you an email.