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Talon Grips vs. Traction Grips vs. Custom Grips
- Thread starter jhawk19
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Just Another Option
Here is another option. I borrowed these pics from another forum, But I have these on my M&P in the rubber texture, just didn't have any pics ready.
X-Treme Grips for S&W M&P
Here is another option. I borrowed these pics from another forum, But I have these on my M&P in the rubber texture, just didn't have any pics ready.
X-Treme Grips for S&W M&P
Here is a link to the cut to size rubber grip tape. Enough to do 3 or more guns. I have tried it works great. I bought this for my son's ps3 controllers, when I received it, I saw that it was the same as the talon and X-tream rubber grip tape.
Amazon.com : 6-Pack Grip Tape for Your Pistol * Use on handguns and rifles * Not gritty like sandpaper or skateboard tape. * Does not scuff clothing, holsters, furniture or car seats like those sandy tapes. * Makes chambering a round easier for arthritis sufferers or anyone with less strength in their hands. * Easy to cut and apply. Follows contours better than other tapes. * Improves wet and dry grip. * Improves accuracy at the range or in an emergency. * Quicker more positive acquisition from holster, waistband, glove box or purse. * Perfect match to Glock texturing. * Durable synthetic rubber. Use on grips and slides. * Removes cleanly with no sticky residue. : Gun Grips : Sports & Outdoors@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61AX-6OGeAL.@@AMEPARAM@@61AX-6OGeAL
Amazon.com : 6-Pack Grip Tape for Your Pistol * Use on handguns and rifles * Not gritty like sandpaper or skateboard tape. * Does not scuff clothing, holsters, furniture or car seats like those sandy tapes. * Makes chambering a round easier for arthritis sufferers or anyone with less strength in their hands. * Easy to cut and apply. Follows contours better than other tapes. * Improves wet and dry grip. * Improves accuracy at the range or in an emergency. * Quicker more positive acquisition from holster, waistband, glove box or purse. * Perfect match to Glock texturing. * Durable synthetic rubber. Use on grips and slides. * Removes cleanly with no sticky residue. : Gun Grips : Sports & Outdoors@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61AX-6OGeAL.@@AMEPARAM@@61AX-6OGeAL
Kadonny
Member
After all the research, I ended up ordering the Talon rubber grips. They seem to provide the most quality product with ease of installation and overall durability.
you will love them. I can't believe it took me so long to order up a set.
bL9mm
Member
Can't go wrong with Talon grips , I have them on my 9c .
Or you can go custom and get some stippling done like the
45c on the right
Or you can go custom and get some stippling done like the
45c on the right
78Staff
Member
Talons arrived today, nice that they include alcohol wipes as I seem to be out. Will attempt not to screw up putting them on later today I suspect 
bL9mm
Member
Clean the grip really good with the alchohol wipes , and if your using a hair dryer , go over 3 or 4 times. Good luck !
I have a set of Traction Grips on a Kel Tec PF9, (those little guns could use all the help they can get), they've been on the gun over a year, several range trips, lots of pocket carry, they are still on the gun, NOTHING has come loose.
78Staff
Member
bL9mm
Member
Hair dryer? Hmm, guess i better read the instructions.
Hair dryer or heat gun activates the adhesive . So once you have the grips on, heat the grips, press firmly all over the grip, repeat
78Staff
Member
No hair drier, but I have a heat gun, I suspect that would work on the low setting... I'll prob install this evening if I get some free time.
I think I am just going to get the frame stippled. I know it costs more, but I'm not a fan of covering the "stock" lines of M&P grips. I like the "S" shape. It's totally a signature look for the M&P. I don't want to lose that.
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bL9mm
Member
Look at Damato's Custom Stiipling, he stippled my 45c . Did a great job !
78Staff
Member
Finally got around to installing, wasn't as hard as I expected. I had to do a minor trim (1/16") on one of the uppermost rear strap tab as it overlapped just a tiny bit, but other than that it wasn't hard at all. Went over it a few times with heat gun on low... results are pretty nice imo.
gunny4053
US Veteran
Talons in any flavor! I've used them on Glocks and XDs, both the rubber and granulate. I much prefer the granulate. Some dislike the granulate because it is very, very grippy and tends to snag and wear on covering clothes. Simple fix, take some fine sandpaper and lightly sand the grip surface. Takes off the sharp edges, yet retains the positive grip.
Good Luck and good shooting.
Good Luck and good shooting.
I'm very pleased with Traction Grips on my Shield. There was a noticeable difference in grip while shooting, the gun didn't feel like it was moving in my hand at all and actually helped my grouping a bit. Best purchase under $10 for my Shield by far.
