Grip Screws & Escutcheons

[greatgooglymoogly]

Hey friends, not sure where to put this. Am trying to find the proper Grip Screws & Escutcheons for a model 37. First time making grips today and want to get some the correct size and length. Kind of a spur of the moment project. Have only found universal types so far at Brownells. Are there any other good sources out there? Also, any tips on installing them so I don't screw anything up would be appreciated.

 

[armorer951]

Probably the easiest way to optain the proper screw and escutcheons would be to contact S&W Customer Service and check with the Parts Department. 1-800-331-0852 (ext 2904)

Part numbers are as follows:

escutcheon: 04067
escutcheon nut: 04068
screw, combat J/service: 07255
screw, J/target: 07263

Another way to obtain a set would be to purchase a period correct set of used grips and re-use the old hardware in your new stocks. (Ebay)

If you can't find one at the usual sources, let me know. I've got an extra set in the parts drawer.

 

[chief38]

I believe Brownell's, MidwayUSA, Numrich and others still have them for sale. If they only have after market brands and you want Factory S&W, then try Poppert's, Bob's Gun Shop, Jack First, etc. The Escutcheons are part of the Grips themselves and only go through the grip frame of the M37 so they don't have to match S&W originals exactly - as the grips you show are obviously not Factory. Just make sure you get the proper screw for it. You could also look on ebay - they might have some as well.

PS: make sure the drilled hole is proper for what ever escutcheon set you wind up with. You don't want to crack your beautiful grip panels. When you press them into place I find that wax or even a little bar soap (Ivory or what ever you have) helps them in with less of a chance on cracking or splitting.

 

[OldChief]

I can't give any advice that hasn't already been given but I must say that is some nice looking wood you're working with.

 

[Protocall_Design]

Beautiful grips and workmanship! Is that stained lacewood?

 

[greatgooglymoogly]

Sorry for late reply, work has been , well, work! lol Thanks for nice comments, the wood is called leopard wood. As I understand it is related to lacewood, yes. I am still fussing with them, lol. I only put the one coat of tung oil on them so far, now doing a bit of sanding as I saw some uneven spots. I'm thinking of just using several coats of tung oil when I finish, it really seems to bring out the beauty in the wood.

 

[OldChief]

Grips

I used to do rifle and shotgun stocks and I used tung oil most of the time. It really produces a beautiful finish. Once in a while I would mix it with linseed oil. Again, beautiful grips.

 

[greatgooglymoogly]

OldChief, I would sure like to pick your brain about rifle and shotgun stocks, that's what I'd like to try next. I think they turned out ok for my first try, but want to figure out how to get closer fit on them next go around. Adding pictures of them on the gun. Waiting on a longer screw, hoping it will tighten things up a little better. Thanks all for your tips and encouragement.

 

[greatgooglymoogly]

Gotta fit my Tyler T grip, but there they are.

 

[Hondo44]

Beautiful wood.

Grip frame straps are not flat, but have a crown like the center of a road.

The best tip I can provide is that the edges of the grips need to follow the crown of the grip straps in one continuous curve.