Which grips are these?

[clikclikpull]

I'm looking for another pair of grips for my Model 18. I like the style shown on the M13 shown in the link below. What are they called?

Smith & Wesson Model 4in 13-1 357mag Nickel : Revolvers at GunBroker.com

 

[VM]

They are Factory, checkered target stocks from approx 1969-1981.
Someone has modified (sanded) them for a custom feel/fit.

 

[clikclikpull]

I was wondering if they are original. I like the look that person created.

My only gripe with the standard targets is they look a bit "blocky" and disproportionate on the guns that don't have a shrouded ejector, or full lug.

 

[-db-]

They don't look bad if done well. You can sometimes find factory target stocks cheap with some damage (dings, chips, missing wood) only on the bottom. These would be ideal to modify like that.

 

[clikclikpull]

Agreed. I'm thinking a cheap pair that needs refinishing would be perfect. Does anybody have a suggestion for stripping the old finish without "melting" the checkered area of the wood? What kind of finish does smith put on the target grips from the factory? Maybe I can use a solvent.

 

[05CarbonDRZ]

Use Aetone to strip the old finish off,It will not hurt the checkering or grips one bit.You can buy some tru-oil to refinish the grips,Its a very easy product to use.You can build up the layers to get the degree of shine you like.Here is a how to link for you:http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-smithing/129174-how-grip-stocks-refinishing-photos-finished.html

 

[L Pete]

It was probably a "speed loader" mod.........I had to do something similar to mine in the old days before clearanced ones were made.

 

[Stophel]

Well, they USED to be "cheap"... I don't think they're that cheap these days!