Mother Of Pearl inlaid Grips for a J-Frame Snubbie

[45Wheelgun]

I have been watching this guy on ebay for a while, waiting for the right pair at the right price. I realize that these will not be everyone's "cup of tea", but I love the artwork, and they are very unique. Hand made in Thailand.

Here they are on my M37-2:

 

[ditrina]

I may not like a Picasso.... But I can appreciate the art...

They look good on the black gun....
How was the transaction from Thailand..?? I had my eye on some others that are from the same company..

Thanks
Sal

 

[palmetto99]

Not something I would carry every day, but interesting work.

 

[Bullet Bob]

I admit, I've seen the ads, and have been sorely tempted. Do they fit the gun pretty well?

 

[45Wheelgun]

How was the transaction from Thailand..?? I had my eye on some others that are from the same company..

Thanks
Sal

Sal, my transaction went very smoothly. I got a "shipping notice" within hours of paying via paypal. They arrived at my door 9 days after payment. I found that a totally reasonable time frame considering how far they traveled. $9 for shipping seems fair as well. They were packed well, and my 7yr old daughter loved the elephant stamp and all the international stampings on the envelope.

I think some of their wood grips are beautiful and well priced.

 

[45Wheelgun]

I admit, I've seen the ads, and have been sorely tempted. Do they fit the gun pretty well?

I have been tempted for months, but now I can report "they are all that". They look as good or better in person. The amount of work that went into these is amazing.

They fit very well. There is about a 1/16th inch gap at the very top.

Because it is "black on black" you can't really tell it is there. Just a bit thick application of the poly on the left grip panel. Easy to repair/fit, but I will probably just leave them alone. Other then that they fit tight everywhere else.

Overall, I am pleased with the fit and finish. The minor fit issues could be resolved easily if I was inclined to do it.

 

[photoman]

Nice design. I've looked at many of those on ebay but most are too "busy" for me. I like yours.

 

[Larry from Bend]

Have you shot the Airweight with them installed? They LOOK comfortable.

 

[semperfi71]

I too have been looking at those grips and are thinking that they will be quite spiffy on the right BBQ gun.

I am curious as to how they will hold up to a lot of shooting.

 

[mr.magnum]

those are absolutely stunning! and not at all what i was expecting to find in this thread. i am going to look for this guy right now. any extra info on him or how to find him will be extremely appreciated. thanks.

 

[45Wheelgun]

Nice design. I've looked at many of those on ebay but most are too "busy" for me. I like yours.

I agree. While I can appreciate the elephants and dragons, I think they look way to busy and are not for me. It took me a while to find a set I liked, and then to be able to purchase them at a price I was willing to pay.

Have you shot the Airweight with them installed? They LOOK comfortable.

They FEEL more comfortable than the factory grips. They fill my hand better. With the thick layer of poly, they are extra smooth and feel luxurious in your hand. They also have a spot for my little finger which the factory grips didn't. I don't like it when you have to curl your little finger under the grip. I'll be taking the 37 to the range this weekend.

 

[45Wheelgun]

those are absolutely stunning! and not at all what i was expecting to find in this thread. i am going to look for this guy right now. any extra info on him or how to find him will be extremely appreciated. thanks.

Ebay username: dajim2550

Sort by price (high to low) to see all the pearl grips. He has a lot of auctions, most are wood grips and holsters. To see a nice set of wood grips, check out auction number 180534445505. I think the wood looks a lot like coca-bola. $40 +9 shipping

 

[mr.magnum]

thanks. i found a website and his ebay stuff. looks like i'll have to be patient and wait for the right ones too.

 

[los]

They are beautiful, in deed.

I'm a little ignorant on components and method of production. Are these wooden hand-painted stocks with authentic MOP inlay..?

If so, they are being offered at a rediculous affordable price.

CONGRATS..!

 

[45Wheelgun]

Are these wooden hand-painted stocks with authentic MOP inlay...

I don't know this for sure, but this is based on the picture below and the gun in my hand:

The base of the grips is wood. I assume the picture below is what they look like to begin with, and then the black "paint" is applied. After that, a coat of Poly or something similar is applied to protect the grips.

In bright light, you can "see" the glimmer of the MOP through the paint in a few places. If you hold a bright light directly on the grips, other pieces of MOP away from the light source glow! The amount of work involved in painting the design is mind boggling to me...very detailed work.

 

[Centurian77]

My wife might like a set for one of her snubbies. How much and where? Website?

 

[ar15ed]

i will admit to being a "original-grip-only" guy, but i am man enough to admit that those are impressive artwork. i can't imagine the amount of time it took to make them. they really do look great on the black gun, too. heck, i like it!!!
ed

 

[Ole Coot]

I gotta go along with the crowd. I favored Hogue or any dark wood but these are really nice and not "overdone".

 

[dawgmom]

Wow, those are absolutely gorgeous - especially on an all black piece. Thanks for sharing the photos!

 

[IndyHD]

I couldn't live without these on my 642. They're a perfect match with the tattoo on my back. I was skeptical when I placed the order but now that I have them I'm not sorry at all. Quality craftsmanship, great feel and absolutely beautiful. I've begged this guy to make a set for my Vaquero but all I get back by email is broken english. lol Ask how durable these are and his reply was "Them durable grips!".

I read this thread before getting mine so I wanted to post them here.