do these grips look silly?

griffin12aaa · April 3, 2015, 11:35 PM

I bought a ruger gp 100 about 2 years ago and i love the thing. But when i bought it came with black hogue rubber grips that were big and ugly looking. Then i bought the same hogue grips but in cocobolo wood( i think thats the name) but didnt like how the gun pointed and just seemed big. Then i got some nice looking wood grips from ebay and i really like these except when i shoot magnums i get cuts on my thumb knuckle. Then i bought the original gp100 grips with the side panels and feel great and shoot great but not really liking the looks. Maybe its just me but wood and rubber dont really go together. So i decided to glue a piece of leather to the area the cuts my knuckle and this is the result.

Do you guys think this looks goofy? I want honest replys because i can always go back to the original panel grips. Is it really this hard to find nice wood grips for a gp 100??

Onward Allusion · April 3, 2015, 11:42 PM

If it works for you, then it's all good. Heck, I have 3M Traction Tape for better gripping on some of my carry pieces. On another, I have zombie green grips. So, to each their own. Afterall, it's still an inexpensive country.

Hammerhead · April 3, 2015, 11:43 PM

Doesn't look bad. I have friction tape on my new HK45C.

**JohnKSa** · April 3, 2015, 11:45 PM

I really like the stock grips for feel. Maybe you could try different inset panels in those grips if you don't like the look of what you're using now.

http://chigsgrips.com/?page_id=8

http://www.sackpeterson.com/models/GP100.html

Another option is to try some different wooden grips with a design that doesn't cut your thumb or that can be easily modified so that it won't cut your thumb . Hogue makes a decent selection.

https://www.hogueinc.com/grips/ruger/gp100/wood

spanishjames · April 3, 2015, 11:55 PM

They look a little goofy, but it's your gun, so who cares what I think. If you're going to take a picture for a photo contest, use the stock Ruger grips.

Sevens · April 4, 2015, 12:02 AM

I don't think it looks all too bad... and for a frame of reference, I totally agree that the original Hogue rubber is a visual abomination. Honestly looks like a buttplug.

CajunBass · April 4, 2015, 04:13 AM

Nothing wrong with that. A lot of people use moleskin to make a stock fit. Same idea.

dahermit · April 4, 2015, 06:51 AM

A little hint: Take your picture with a darker background...the camara light meter will result in a lighter picture of the dark grip. I can hardly see the grips in your original picture.

Salmoneye · April 4, 2015, 07:05 AM

You say you bought "the original gp100 grips with the side panels"...

Are these the full size or the compacts that were put on the fixed sight models?

I much prefer the compacts...

BigJimP · April 4, 2015, 02:21 PM

If the grips cut your knuckles up on full power loads....then they need to be changed. I'm not a big fan of the leather patch...sorry...

Rather than the leather....I think I'd try some other styles of grips / there are so many out there - it is hard to figure out what will fit you the best..and give you the right grip angle. Talk to your buddies / other shooters when you see them shooting the same gun at the range - with different grips on them...and your grip of choice will evolve.

turkeestalker · April 4, 2015, 02:34 PM

I don't think it matters what it looks like as long as it functions for you.
I'm like JohnKSa in the respect that I like the feel of the stock rubber Ruger grips with the wood inserts, they're comfortable and work for me. Maybe you might like some of Altamont's offerings, they have some silver/black grip panels that really look sharp. I understand that they make the wood panels with the logo for Ruger offered these days. Here's a link to their site.

http://www.altamontco.com/experiment...uger_gp100.php

Model12Win · April 4, 2015, 02:46 PM

If it works and is comfortable, then no, it's not silly. And it doesn't look bad. Don't worry!

griffin12aaa · April 4, 2015, 07:44 PM

Salmon eye they are the full size.

Thanks for the altamont link and chigsgrips link they have some awesome looking panels! Im going to look into that. Ive spent a lot of money experimenting whith the right grip that ill probably just have to settle with one of these.

mete · April 4, 2015, 08:18 PM

Most important - does it fit !

rightside · April 5, 2015, 07:07 AM

Form follows function.

dakota1911 · April 5, 2015, 12:39 PM

If it works for you then who cares what it looks like.

Slaprackbang · April 5, 2015, 09:22 PM

It makes me think of how a primitive hunter might wrap a bow or spear in leather for comfort or grip. It is organic. I bet it works good, yeah?

pilpens · April 5, 2015, 09:26 PM

If it works, it is good.

bloodysam · April 5, 2015, 10:17 PM

Griffin12aaa:

I love the grips. From what company did you buy them because I'd like to order one for my GP100...?

sgms · April 6, 2015, 09:10 PM

If they fit your hand and are comfortable to shoot then they are the right ones. Who cares what they look like, if your going to wear it at the next BBQ then change them out for the day then go back to the ones that work better for you.

aherrera773 · April 6, 2015, 10:34 PM

I think they look good. And if you don't get cuts anymore than your shooting and enjoyment will only improve.

Microgunner · April 6, 2015, 10:51 PM

Doesn't look too bad to me, but then I'm not the one who has to explain them.

stevejeff · April 6, 2015, 11:40 PM

Yes

skizzums · April 6, 2015, 11:49 PM

they look comfortable, gives you some soft width right where the web of your hand needs it. if it helps you shoot better for longer periods of time, who cares.

The Shadow · April 7, 2015, 02:58 PM

I particularly like the look of Sack Peterson's Elk Antler inserts, but there's a lot of other options out there.

April 3, 2015, 11:42 PM	#2
Onward Allusion Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2009 Location: Back in a Non-Free State Posts: 3,133	If it works for you, then it's all good. Heck, I have 3M Traction Tape for better gripping on some of my carry pieces. On another, I have zombie green grips. So, to each their own. Afterall, it's still an inexpensive country. __________________ Simple as ABC . . . Always Be Carrying

April 3, 2015, 11:45 PM	#4
JohnKSa Staff Join Date: February 12, 2001 Location: DFW Area Posts: 24,992	I really like the stock grips for feel. Maybe you could try different inset panels in those grips if you don't like the look of what you're using now. http://chigsgrips.com/?page_id=8 http://www.sackpeterson.com/models/GP100.html Another option is to try some different wooden grips with a design that doesn't cut your thumb or that can be easily modified so that it won't cut your thumb . Hogue makes a decent selection. https://www.hogueinc.com/grips/ruger/gp100/wood __________________ Do you know about the TEXAS State Rifle Association?

April 3, 2015, 11:55 PM	#5
spanishjames Senior Member Join Date: April 27, 2010 Posts: 553	They look a little goofy, but it's your gun, so who cares what I think. If you're going to take a picture for a photo contest, use the stock Ruger grips. __________________ Regret for the things we did can be tempered by time; it is regret for the things we did not do that is inconsolable." -Sydney J. Harris

April 4, 2015, 12:02 AM	#6
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	I don't think it looks all too bad... and for a frame of reference, I totally agree that the original Hogue rubber is a visual abomination. Honestly looks like a buttplug. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

April 4, 2015, 04:13 AM	#7
CajunBass Senior Member Join Date: May 6, 2005 Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia Posts: 4,767	Nothing wrong with that. A lot of people use moleskin to make a stock fit. Same idea. __________________ For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 (NKJV)

April 3, 2015, 11:43 PM	#3
Hammerhead Senior Member Join Date: May 31, 2004 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,432	Doesn't look bad. I have friction tape on my new HK45C.

April 4, 2015, 06:51 AM	#8
dahermit Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2006 Location: South Central Michigan...near Posts: 6,501	A little hint: Take your picture with a darker background...the camara light meter will result in a lighter picture of the dark grip. I can hardly see the grips in your original picture.

April 4, 2015, 07:05 AM	#9
Salmoneye Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 2,076	You say you bought "the original gp100 grips with the side panels"... Are these the full size or the compacts that were put on the fixed sight models? I much prefer the compacts...

April 4, 2015, 02:21 PM	#10
BigJimP Senior Member Join Date: February 23, 2005 Posts: 13,195	If the grips cut your knuckles up on full power loads....then they need to be changed. I'm not a big fan of the leather patch...sorry... Rather than the leather....I think I'd try some other styles of grips / there are so many out there - it is hard to figure out what will fit you the best..and give you the right grip angle. Talk to your buddies / other shooters when you see them shooting the same gun at the range - with different grips on them...and your grip of choice will evolve.

April 4, 2015, 02:34 PM	#11
turkeestalker Senior Member Join Date: February 2, 2015 Location: Cottleville, Missouri Posts: 1,115	I don't think it matters what it looks like as long as it functions for you. I'm like JohnKSa in the respect that I like the feel of the stock rubber Ruger grips with the wood inserts, they're comfortable and work for me. Maybe you might like some of Altamont's offerings, they have some silver/black grip panels that really look sharp. I understand that they make the wood panels with the logo for Ruger offered these days. Here's a link to their site. http://www.altamontco.com/experiment...uger_gp100.php __________________ Vegetarian... primitive word for lousy hunter!

April 4, 2015, 02:46 PM	#12
Model12Win Junior member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Posts: 5,854	If it works and is comfortable, then no, it's not silly. And it doesn't look bad. Don't worry!

April 4, 2015, 07:44 PM	#13
griffin12aaa Member Join Date: December 18, 2013 Posts: 60	Salmon eye they are the full size. Thanks for the altamont link and chigsgrips link they have some awesome looking panels! Im going to look into that. Ive spent a lot of money experimenting whith the right grip that ill probably just have to settle with one of these.

April 4, 2015, 08:18 PM	#14
mete Senior Member Join Date: June 14, 2004 Location: NY State Posts: 6,575	Most important - does it fit ! __________________ And Watson , bring your revolver !

April 5, 2015, 07:07 AM	#15
rightside Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 419	Form follows function.

April 5, 2015, 12:39 PM	#16
dakota1911 Senior Member Join Date: December 12, 2007 Location: The Great American Desert Posts: 501	If it works for you then who cares what it looks like.

April 5, 2015, 09:22 PM	#17
Slaprackbang Junior Member Join Date: April 2, 2015 Posts: 11	I say yes to the leather It makes me think of how a primitive hunter might wrap a bow or spear in leather for comfort or grip. It is organic. I bet it works good, yeah?

April 5, 2015, 09:26 PM	#18
pilpens Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,696	If it works, it is good.

April 5, 2015, 10:17 PM	#19
bloodysam Junior Member Join Date: November 17, 2011 Posts: 13	Griffin12aaa: I love the grips. From what company did you buy them because I'd like to order one for my GP100...?

April 6, 2015, 09:10 PM	#20
sgms Senior Member Join Date: May 30, 2010 Location: Arizona or Ohio depending Posts: 1,021	If they fit your hand and are comfortable to shoot then they are the right ones. Who cares what they look like, if your going to wear it at the next BBQ then change them out for the day then go back to the ones that work better for you.

April 6, 2015, 10:34 PM	#21
aherrera773 Member Join Date: November 27, 2014 Posts: 51	I think they look good. And if you don't get cuts anymore than your shooting and enjoyment will only improve.

April 6, 2015, 10:51 PM	#22
Microgunner Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 3,324	Doesn't look too bad to me, but then I'm not the one who has to explain them. __________________ *Proud NRA Benefactor Member*

April 6, 2015, 11:40 PM	#23
stevejeff Member Join Date: May 1, 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 15	Yes

April 6, 2015, 11:49 PM	#24
skizzums Senior Member Join Date: July 1, 2013 Location: Douglasville, Ga Posts: 4,615	they look comfortable, gives you some soft width right where the web of your hand needs it. if it helps you shoot better for longer periods of time, who cares. __________________ My head is bloody, but unbowed

April 7, 2015, 02:58 PM	#25
The Shadow Member Join Date: January 5, 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 83	I particularly like the look of Sack Peterson's Elk Antler inserts, but there's a lot of other options out there.