Question on Shield pocket carry with the Talon grips?

[Rolex John]

Does anyone with Talon grips on their Shield pocket carry? I've really been digging pocket carrying my new Shield (in a pocket holster). I'm considering stippling the gun, but the Talon solution looks like a possibility. I'm concerned however that the rubber on the grips will get hung up on the interior of a pocket. Thoughts?

 

[John Law]

John,
I don't pocket carry my shield because it just seems to big for me. As for the Talon grips they are really great, I do not think they are sticky enough to cause any problems when drawing from the pocket, to me its a better alternative than butchering your grips. If you start messing around and stipple your grips it may be hard to sell later on, who is going to want it that way? Just a thought.

 

[Rolex John]

John,
I don't pocket carry my shield because it just seems to big for me. As for the Talon grips they are really great, I do not think they are sticky enough to cause any problems when drawing from the pocket, to me its a better alternative than butchering your grips. If you start messing around and stipple your grips it may be hard to sell later on, who is going to want it that way? Just a thought.

Yes, I'm sort thinking the same. I don't think I'd sell it anyway, so resale isn't a consideration. But thanks for your thoughts.

 

[Ruger_Up]

I have the rubberized Talons on my Shield and pocket carry when wearing cargo shorts. I didn't notice a big problem at all. The Talon grips are a great addition. I can't speak for the sand paper style, but the rubberized have held up great.


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[Rolex John]

I have the rubberized Talons on my Shield and pocket carry when wearing cargo shorts. I didn't notice a big problem at all. The Talon grips are a great addition. I can't speak for the sand paper style, but the rubberized have held up great.


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Many thanks for this feedback - just was I was hoping to hear.

 

[RobzGuns]

I was just gonna say "get a set and just try 'em. They're only $20 or so."
I know I've blown way more than that on stuff I ended up not caring for.

BTW: I Front Pocket carry in 'Relaxed Fit' Wranglers, but I don't use Talons.

 

[robkarrob]

I pocket carry my Shield 40, which has the Talon rubber grip installed. I feel the Shields stock grip is too slick. The Talon grip adds a lot more gripping power. I live in Florida, and in the summer it is hot and humid. There is no instance of a slippery feeling to my grip with the Talon grip, however before the Talon grip was installed, just a little sweat made the grip very slick. No the grip does not get hung up on the interior of the pocket. It is not a tacky grip that would pick up lint, it just adds additional soft rubber feel for a better gripping surface. I highly recommend the Talon grips.

I pocket carried a Ruger LC9 for two years, and for the last two and a half years with my Shield 40. Both guns had Talon rubber grips installed. Both are the original grips and have not peeled off, and are still well attached. The secret is to carefully clean the grip with extra alcohol, make sure the grip is fully dry and clean, then apply the Talon grip material. Don't allow the grip material to overlap, and if it does just trim it. Then heat it with a hair dryer to approximately 150 degrees which seals it down. You don't need to get it too hot.

For carry I only use the rubber, but for my range or house guns, I use the granular grip, which is like a 80-100 grit sandpaper. It offers an even better slip resistant surface, but it would cause too much wear to your skin, clothing, and holster. If I shoot a lot with the granular, it starts wearing my skin off, it is that rough, but there is zero slip.

Bob

 

[Rolex John]

I pocket carry my Shield 40, which has the Talon rubber grip installed. I feel the Shields stock grip is too slick. The Talon grip adds a lot more gripping power. I live in Florida, and in the summer it is hot and humid. There is no instance of a slippery feeling to my grip with the Talon grip, however before the Talon grip was installed, just a little sweat made the grip very slick. No the grip does not get hung up on the interior of the pocket. It is not a tacky grip that would pick up lint, it just adds additional soft rubber feel for a better gripping surface. I highly recommend the Talon grips.

I pocket carried a Ruger LC9 for two years, and for the last two and a half years with my Shield 40. Both guns had Talon rubber grips installed. Both are the original grips and have not peeled off, and are still well attached. The secret is to carefully clean the grip with extra alcohol, make sure the grip is fully dry and clean, then apply the Talon grip material. Don't allow the grip material to overlap, and if it does just trim it. Then heat it with a hair dryer to approximately 150 degrees which seals it down. You don't need to get it too hot.

For carry I only use the rubber, but for my range or house guns, I use the granular grip, which is like a 80-100 grit sandpaper. It offers an even better slip resistant surface, but it would cause too much wear to your skin, clothing, and holster. If I shoot a lot with the granular, it starts wearing my skin off, it is that rough, but there is zero slip.

Bob

Great feedback here Bob - thanks.