Need opinions for N frame grips

[wlc]

I would like opinions from people who have tried different grips on N frames. I have a 29 and a 629 with factory target grips. I like the appearance of these but they aren't very comfortable to shoot. I have a Pachmayer Gripper that I have used on the 629 and it's quite comfortable to shoot, I just don't like the look of rubber. Anyone used aftermarket wood grips that are more comfortable than stock targets? I have large hands and the heel of the targets bite the meaty part of my palm and the trigger guard hits my finger. I have a couple of K frames with target grips and they are actually more comfortable to me.

Thanks

 

[Krusr]

Personally, I like the profile of Herretts smooth Shooting Star grips with their Ropers a close second. Like you, I have fairly large hands and these seem to work well for me.

Maybe a little plain but I like this style,

Krusr

 

[KLNC]

I like the "Kurac" grips sold by the maker on this forum. They are essentially smooth "cokes" and very comfortable as well as extremely good looking. Do a search and you'll see numerous pictures.

 

[M29since14]

Back when I used to shoot a lot more with 4-inch guns than I do now, I used to always have two Model 29s "ready to go." The one I used most often had Pachmayr "Presentation" rubber grips and it was sighted for and loaded with magnum ammunition. I had another gun that was used only to shoot target loads. It had its factory stocks, and a (higher) front sight changed out to adjust point of impact as I wanted with that gun. I finally got tired of that arrangement and changed over to smooth targets for all the S&W magnums (the big guns, not Model 19s/66s). Over the years have found those to be a fair compromise. Not as comfortable as the Pachmayrs - but I don't have to look at rubber, either. I have never liked any stocks for a handgun that had finger-grooves.

 

[Neumann]

Ahrends grips come in several varieties - with and without finger grooves, round butt, and square butt (including round-to-square). Their standard grips have a flat front, and are faster to line up on target, and "retro" grips which are rounded. I have the standard "Tactical" grips on a 6" 629, and "Retro Combat" grips on a 29 Mountain gun.

Ahrends grips are smooth, so they slide a little in your hand to absorb recoil, but not so much as to require adjustments between shots. There's a slight swell to fill your palm, but not so exaggerated as with Hogue grips. They are somewhat wider than Hogue or Pachmeyer grips, which helps distribute recoil.

Nil grips are very similar, with a little more palm swell.

 

[1 old 0311]

 

[wlc]

The Kurac's are beautiful grips, I might be afraid to use them. I like the looks of the Coke style, but I don't think the flare would work with my hands. The Ahrends look like they might work with the radius around the heel. 1 old 0311, beautiful guns. Thanks all

 

[steamloco76]

I use either fancy wood Hogue Monogrips or Ahrends Retro Target grips on my N-frames. I really like the Hoguewood grips I have on my 22-4. Either brand is a hue improvement in looks and feel over rubbers and beat the pants off the S&W Target Stocks for comfort.

 

[Nemo288]

I also have larger hands and don't like the profile of most factory
grips and the sharp edges you point out.
I have found the Herrett Jordan Trooper fills the bill for me.
It has a much different profile near the bottom of the grip. It's
nearly parallel instead of conical.
They are also made to fit your hand so fit is almost guaranteed.

Herretts was very professional in dealing with me especially
when accommodating a change I phoned them with.

---
Nemo

 

[Leonard]

Kuracs fit great

 

[Waidmann]

The older Magnas suite me well. I never cared for the newer exaggerated target sizes

 

[Oldherkpilot]

These Herrett Ropers are my favorites.

 

[wlc]

Thanks to all who responded, the pictures were quite helpful. I think I'll contact Herrett. does anyone know wht the delivery time is now?

 

[bronco45]

Herrett's 3 to 5 weeks on my last custom set for a Colt DS.

 

[CWH44300]

I also have larger hands and don't like the profile of most factory
grips and the sharp edges you point out.
I have found the Herrett Jordan Trooper fills the bill for me.
It has a much different profile near the bottom of the grip. It's
nearly parallel instead of conical.
They are also made to fit your hand so fit is almost guaranteed.

Herretts was very professional in dealing with me especially
when accommodating a change I phoned them with.

---
Nemo

them troopers are some sweet - I mean, I'm not kidding they blow me away - super nice

 

[m657]

I like the looks of many of the wood stocks, but the only thing my hand can stand to shoot with is the Hogue rubber monogrippers.

 

[wlc]

I ordered some Ahrends Retro Combats to try. They are inexpensive enough that I can do some fitting to my hand if necessary. Thanks for the help.

 

[jake m29]

I use exclusively herrets grips. My favorites up to the heavier magnum loads is the ropers. With the heavy loads I really like the jordan troopers as they soak up recoil like you wouldn't believe. The shooting stars with herrets checkering are great with my 27s.

 

[zeke]

Th n frames i shoot alot all have houge rubbers.

 

[GF1]

Of the commercial alternatives available, the set of Kuracs I have are dandy and look great.

I took the problem of the N frame target grip into my own hands for the first time about 35 years ago - I cut down the factory grips.

The top of the grips are just fine - the right width at the top to help distribute recoil, wood under the frame/trigger guard to lower the middle finger to the proper shooting position for the trigger finger. The trouble with them is the bottom is all wrong for me - too wide, too thick. I take a cross cut saw to the bottom portion (after carefully taping the cut area to avoid splintering), cut to the place where the bottom of my hand contacts the grip. I then file down the front of the grip as far as I can without going through to the inletting of the factory grips. I finally cut the left (cylinder release side) stock out slightly where my pinky finger rests. After this, I round the edges, then go to the finishing phase which I've done with Tru Oil.

Tomorrow I'll take some pix of my grips. I also like the looks of the Roper style and some of the Herretts designs, as well as the Kurac stocks.