N frame question

[BDC5109]

Hi to you all!

I stumbled over this topic, so just a short reply, if more info is wanted just let me know.
I have medeate hand size, enough to handle a k-frame round butt comfortable.
I have a mod 29 which I actually could only manage with 2 hands.
After 20+ years I was fed up and took a round but k-frame grip. Mounted it to the 29, went along the bandsander, mounted a round but Hogue which I sanded down to k-frame outline with a dremel.
Now it fits better than my 66 rb.
Bottom line: the frames only differ in heigt starting at the bottom of the sideplates. And for some reason Hogue and S&W think they have to attach a bigger tree.

Edit: I just realised, too focussed on my 29 sb. If your N-frame is already a rb the message reduses to: you can sand down a N-frame grip to the size/outline of a K-frame grip

BTW: get a good trigger stop in your N-frame otherwise your triggerpinion will break. Just a matter of time. Don't rely on that little rod in the rebound slide.
Get one that is located behind your finger. Drilled in trigger or frame.

Best regards, HP

 

[Daimler1989]

if you can get one , try an Ahrends Retro Target

otherwise, a Hogue Fancy Hardwood smooth and without cap might work as well

regards from Germany
Ulrich

I have been lusting after a 4" N frame, 5" barrel not out of the question, caliber open, leaning towards .357 Model 27.
N frames have always been a bit too large for my hand, with the standard wooden grips they use these days.
are there better grips, preferably NOT rubber, that will fit a smaller hand??
Suggestions??
Thank you.

 

[Muley Gil]

Hi to you all!

I stumbled over this topic, so just a short reply, if more info is wanted just let me know.
I have medeate hand size, enough to handle a k-frame round butt comfortable.
I have a mod 29 which I actually could only manage with 2 hands.
After 20+ years I was fed up and took a round but k-frame grip. Mounted it to the 29, went along the bandsander, mounted a round but Hogue which I sanded down to k-frame outline with a dremel.
Now it fits better than my 66 rb.
Bottom line: the frames only differ in heigt starting at the bottom of the sideplates. And for some reason Hogue and S&W think they have to attach a bigger tree.

Edit: I just realised, too focussed on my 29 sb. If your N-frame is already a rb the message reduses to: you can sand down a N-frame grip to the size/outline of a K-frame grip

BTW: get a good trigger stop in your N-frame otherwise your triggerpinion will break. Just a matter of time. Don't rely on that little rod in the rebound slide.
Get one that is located behind your finger. Drilled in trigger or frame.

Best regards, HP

What makes you say that? I have owned many N frames over the years, both pre-WW II and post-war and have never had a trigger pin break.

 

[BDC5109]

Hi Muley,


Me and my 1988 29 Classic Hunter liked it hot in our younger years

It broke within a few years.

A well respected gunshop owner had seen it more often: "no problem, w"ll fix it and put in a triggerstop, than you're good for life". (....and we still are)

My 625, formerly owned by a top level IPSC shooter, had it wobling loose.

The 27 at the club has a broken pinion repair that also didn't last forever.

.......and fixing it is a helluva job which needs real machinery and experience to use those, and after that you need a refinish.(...and we all love our original blue)

Drilling a setscrew behind your finger takes a small average/common power tool and about 30minutes.

If you have a "beater" or a "shooter" don't hesitate.

Besides that, it gives more acuracy.

On a scale of 240 points, it saved me 4 or 5, just enough to be within the medals.


Best regards, 

Hans Peter

 

[Nightowl]

My first gun I bought to shoot PPC with, was a "pre model 27". As you know, an N frame square butt. At that time Guy Hogue visited the PPC National Matches in Jackson, MS selling his stocks. I found them the best fit for my hands, at that time they were two piece stocks. They fit my hand the best of any stocks I have found since and I eventually went to the rubber ones as I shoot better with them than any other stocks. While I like the looks of wood, the rubber are just better for shooting! The one piece Hogue wood are larger than the rubber and do not fit me as well. I use the square butt style on round butt guns as I do not like the round butt feel, even with my smaller hands. I learned long ago that I have to somewhat rotate my hand on the stocks to reach the trigger, and it is somewhat of a disadvantage, but less is needed with the Hogue stocks/grips.

It bugs me that Hogue does not make the square stocks without the flap on the right side. They do not have it on the round to squares, though! Ugh! Short fingers do not need the extra on the right side.

While I have K frames and L frames that probably fit my hands better, I still perfer and shoot N frames almost exclusively.

 

[bananaman]

I personally don't ever use my revolvers with magna grips. Factory target stocks are a little large. I prefer Herrett Target Stocks as they are slightly smaller. Just works out well for me! Bob

 

[TAROMAN]

Worked for me, too:

 

[CH4]

Another recommendation for Altamont. They are much thinner, front to rear, than factor grips. Many styles to choose from.

 

[gerhard1]

I was going to suggest the Magnas possibly with a grip adapter, but I see that it has been mentioned already.

 

[DHernandez]

There's a huge, huge problem with N-frames.

That problem is, you can't own just one.

I have a 25-5, 29 Classic & 28-2. All have their pluses, IMO.

The 25 is the softest shooting, using .45LC. But it's married to that caliber, i.e. no swapping it out.

The 28 allows using .38 Specials, obviously. When .38 wadcutters are used, it feels like shooting a .22LR.

Model 29 also allows .44spl ammo to be used. The Classic has a lugged bbl, which makes it look better & lessens recoil over the standard 29.

I agree with firing one first, before buying. See if you might be able to find some slim grips, or just ones that will fit you.

My .o2

45 Colt cowboy loads are like 38 or 44 special respectively

 

[19leben]

You should try to find some old Herrett's Jordan Troopers. I bought a pair on this forum and refinished them. Great feel in hand and also look great on the gun.

 

[bobsguns]

45 Colt cowboy loads are like 38 or 44 special respectively

Cowboy loads are for old men or weak women.

 

[StillStanding]

This old man shoots 45 Colt Cowboy Choice in my 625 and I love shooting them. Hey, who are you calling an old man? Someday you’ll be joining the club ��