Talon Grips

[Linejudgemick]

I have rubberized Talon and Traction grips on a couple of my smaller pistols and like the feel and purchase of the pistol's grip much better. It might just be my imagination, but I think they help with recoil even though they add virtually nothing to the grip's dimensions. With the inter-changeable back straps on my M&P compact, I've never felt the need to put any on it. I've liked the rubberized version enough I haven't tried the grit-type, but I would be concerned they might irritate my skin if the pistol contacted it.

 

[aversusb]

I have both the rubber and granular grips on my M&Ps. I went with the rubber grips for my carry guns (Shield and 9c) as I didn't want the granular tape rubbing my love handles or snagging a shirt when trying to draw.

I put the granular tape on my full size and 22lr M&P. Really like the traction you get from the granular tape.

 

[srings]

Some really good insight from those that have had both or currently have both types. I have the rubberized ones on my Shield and really like it. Sorry to say I can't speak to the granular. But when friends and family shoot my Shield they love rubberized Talon grips I have on it. I like that I don't feel it on my skin as I carry IWB. That for me was what sealed the deal.

 

[2tango2]

I put the rubber Traction-grip on my Shield and really like the feel. Backstrap is open but no issue at all in gripping and holding the gun.

2 thumbs up

 

[gnystrom]

Rubberized will prevent a lot of clothing wear.

 

[zotzer]

If you plan to carry every day....rubber all the way.

 

[DanMN]

I put the granular on my shield this AM. They started to do some "chaffing" in 1 hour. IWB with a simple clip on holster. I took 120 grit sand paper to the area that was touching my skin. It really helped! I love these grips! They really help with control. Shot 150 rounds 9mm and no issues with my hands. If I had a 40 shield, I could see the possibility of sanding some skin after a hundred rounds.... I am going with the rubber on my 40c.

 

[falconman515]

Any updates here?

I am deciding on whether to use Granulate or Rubber.

This will a Strictly range gun ... no concealed carry or carrying of any kind .. it will be in a case to and from the range and in a safe at home.

I am leaning towards the granulate but not sure.

Thoughts or updates here from you guys?

 

[Arkie45]

Any updates here?

I am deciding on whether to use Granulate or Rubber.

This will a Strictly range gun ... no concealed carry or carrying of any kind .. it will be in a case to and from the range and in a safe at home.

I am leaning towards the granulate but not sure.

Thoughts or updates here from you guys?

For range only I would definitely go with granular. As others have posted, when carried IWB mine would grab on to my cover shirts. I keep granular on my Glock 20 for hunting, rubber on my carry guns, VZ or Hogue G10 grip panels on Sigs and 1911's.

 

[JL Murray]

Just ordered a set of rubberized hope I like them better than stock grip on my shield.

 

[gunny4053]

I've used both on many different guns over a number of years. Both are great and work well. The rubber ones are comfortable, the granulate provides a little better grip, but can be rather abrasive. If you get the granulate, and find it a little to rough, simply take some fine sandpaper and lightly sand the surface. This will take the sharp edges off but leave it sufficiently grippy without being overly abrasive. If you're still looking for something different, try the Agrip from Brooks Tactical. It's a little more expensive, but provides very good grip. Good Luck and good shooting.

 

[HDP]

+1 for gunny4053's suggestion. I put an Agrip on my 9mm Shield and very pleased with it's performance. You will pay more.

 

[instymp]

I have the rubber on my 45 shield & LCP.
Love them.
Granular was too grabby in pocket. (for me) And many that have the Granular sand them down & love them.
I used to buy the granular until they came out with the rubber.
Just my opinion, I like Fords too.