Slip on rubber grips

keithdog · April 26, 2014, 09:56 AM

I'd like to ask if anyone here has used the slip on rubber grips that slide over the existing grips and do you like them? I have an S&W Shield and really like the existing grips. But I'm curious if I would like the rubber slip on grips over the existing grips even better. There are a few makers, such as Lyman and Pachmayr. Do they actually, improve the grip, reduce recoil, improve accuracy as they advertise them to do? Do they grip the gun well or do they have some slip to them when shooting? Would you recommend them? I can not find any in the stores for the Shield to try on first before buying them, so I will probably have to order them. Are they a good investment or should I save my money?

Sharkbite · April 26, 2014, 12:07 PM

On a range gun/plinking piece they are fine

I would avoid them like the plague on a defensive/carry gun. I have seen literally hundreds of pistols equipped with these when i was teaching. Almost EVERYONE was taken off before the end of the class

They just dont stay where you want em to.

Ive seen them move up and activate mag releases,, ive seen em Move down and prevent mags from coming out... Then prevent a new mag from going in once the trapped mag was stripped. More often then not they rotate and put the "front" of the grip into the palm of your hand, really messes up the draw stroke

So for a range/play gun, sure. You can make sure its right anytime you want. For a serious use pistol. Id advise against it

keithdog · April 26, 2014, 02:20 PM

That is exactly the kind of info I was looking for Shark. Thanks!

armed_librarian · May 1, 2014, 04:45 PM

My experiences with them match Sharkbite's description. They are nice for range shooting, but that's it. I tried one on my USPc and loved the way it felt and looked. However, I carried it IWB, small of back, one day and it had rotated a good 1/2 inch to where I could not grip comfortably without fixing it.

Added: just ran across this. Might be worth looking into. Inexpensive enough to maybe be worth trying even if it doesn't work out.
http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-w...ll-shield.html

JimmyR · May 1, 2014, 10:54 PM

I can echo the above responses. I have used them on two firearms- a Ruger p95 and a Kahr CM9. I used the Hogue Handall grips on both. The Ruger worked ok, but not great. The Hogue Jr for the CM9 actually worked better, and in addition to filling my hand better, it also helped overcome the super aggressive checkering the CM9 has on the back of the grip. They have their place, but I would be very cautious before using it on a defensive weapon. Make sure it fits well, and use a blade to trim any excess off to avoid engaging the mag release or impeding the magazine.

Wishoot · May 2, 2014, 08:09 AM

I have Hogues on my LCP and they transformed the gun into something thats much easier to shoot IMO. Probably would of dumped the gun without the Hogues.

Louca · May 2, 2014, 08:50 PM

I have the Hogue Handall on my HK45C and I absolutely love it. My experience is just the opposite of what Sharkbite mentions where mine has not moved a bit. In fact, it was a little difficult to get on. But, quite honestly, it now actually feels like part of the pistol.

The feel of the grip before I added the Hogue was sort of slick, especially with dry skin. With the Hogue on there, I can perform draws quickly and quite easily, even with only a couple of fingers. And when I grip the pistol, it literally feels like part of my hand and there is no slip at all. Be sure you get the right grip for your pistol.

So I would have to say at least for the HK45C, if you just want to plink it might be OK to not use one; if you need a solid secure grip, you really should try one. They are fairly inexpensive and are the only accessory I will have on the HK.

Lou

foxytwo · May 3, 2014, 06:09 AM

I have the Hogue grips on a Keltec PF9 and they do not move even after firing over 400 rounds and lots of draws. I would not remove them..

Shadow9mm · May 5, 2014, 05:58 AM

I had mixed results with the slip on grips like the Hogue and would NOT recommend them. They did help with comfort for my wife on a Bersa 380, however the grip liked to rotate from side to side and was removed. I just got a Talon stick on decal grip with the rubberized texture and would HIGHLY recommend it. At $17.99 with free shipping in the U.S. you really ant go wrong.

redrick · May 5, 2014, 03:40 PM

I have the Qwik Grip on my Kahr P9 and it improved the feel 100% . They were not easy to put on and they have not moved since .

Water-Man · May 5, 2014, 04:10 PM

+1 for the Talon Grips. I have them on several guns and have gotten nothing but positive results.

jmr40 · May 8, 2014, 10:15 AM

The best versions I've used are those made from a bicycle inner tube. About $10 at Walmart will make 15-20 of them. Cut about 2"-3" of tube off, slide over the grip and trim with a sharp knife to fit. They are thinner and do not add enough to the grip circumference to be a problem. They do eliminate the slick feel and make it much easier to maintain a good grip on the gun. Even when wet. They even conform to molded in finger grooves.

I have them on most of my plastic framed pistols and AR's. Some have been in place for 10 years or more with no issues at all. I've tried the store bought versions as well as the stick on ones. The stick on's eventually peel at the corners. The bike tube works better and if it ever needs replacing is practically free. One innertube will last a lifetime for several guns.

April 26, 2014, 09:56 AM	#1
keithdog Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2013 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 321	Slip on rubber grips I'd like to ask if anyone here has used the slip on rubber grips that slide over the existing grips and do you like them? I have an S&W Shield and really like the existing grips. But I'm curious if I would like the rubber slip on grips over the existing grips even better. There are a few makers, such as Lyman and Pachmayr. Do they actually, improve the grip, reduce recoil, improve accuracy as they advertise them to do? Do they grip the gun well or do they have some slip to them when shooting? Would you recommend them? I can not find any in the stores for the Shield to try on first before buying them, so I will probably have to order them. Are they a good investment or should I save my money? __________________ In MY house, I AM 911

April 26, 2014, 02:20 PM	#3
keithdog Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2013 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 321	That is exactly the kind of info I was looking for Shark. Thanks! __________________ In MY house, I AM 911

May 1, 2014, 04:45 PM	#4
armed_librarian Member Join Date: July 16, 2011 Location: NW Indiana Posts: 76	Slip on rubber grips My experiences with them match Sharkbite's description. They are nice for range shooting, but that's it. I tried one on my USPc and loved the way it felt and looked. However, I carried it IWB, small of back, one day and it had rotated a good 1/2 inch to where I could not grip comfortably without fixing it. Added: just ran across this. Might be worth looking into. Inexpensive enough to maybe be worth trying even if it doesn't work out. http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-w...ll-shield.html Last edited by armed_librarian; May 1, 2014 at 05:57 PM.

April 26, 2014, 12:07 PM	#2
Sharkbite Senior Member Join Date: November 4, 2013 Location: Western slope of Colorado Posts: 3,679	On a range gun/plinking piece they are fine I would avoid them like the plague on a defensive/carry gun. I have seen literally hundreds of pistols equipped with these when i was teaching. Almost EVERYONE was taken off before the end of the class They just dont stay where you want em to. Ive seen them move up and activate mag releases,, ive seen em Move down and prevent mags from coming out... Then prevent a new mag from going in once the trapped mag was stripped. More often then not they rotate and put the "front" of the grip into the palm of your hand, really messes up the draw stroke So for a range/play gun, sure. You can make sure its right anytime you want. For a serious use pistol. Id advise against it

May 1, 2014, 10:54 PM	#5
JimmyR Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2012 Posts: 1,273	I can echo the above responses. I have used them on two firearms- a Ruger p95 and a Kahr CM9. I used the Hogue Handall grips on both. The Ruger worked ok, but not great. The Hogue Jr for the CM9 actually worked better, and in addition to filling my hand better, it also helped overcome the super aggressive checkering the CM9 has on the back of the grip. They have their place, but I would be very cautious before using it on a defensive weapon. Make sure it fits well, and use a blade to trim any excess off to avoid engaging the mag release or impeding the magazine.

May 2, 2014, 08:09 AM	#6
Wishoot Senior Member Join Date: June 5, 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 1,093	I have Hogues on my LCP and they transformed the gun into something thats much easier to shoot IMO. Probably would of dumped the gun without the Hogues.

May 2, 2014, 08:50 PM	#7
Louca Senior Member Join Date: June 22, 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 231	I have the Hogue Handall on my HK45C and I absolutely love it. My experience is just the opposite of what Sharkbite mentions where mine has not moved a bit. In fact, it was a little difficult to get on. But, quite honestly, it now actually feels like part of the pistol. The feel of the grip before I added the Hogue was sort of slick, especially with dry skin. With the Hogue on there, I can perform draws quickly and quite easily, even with only a couple of fingers. And when I grip the pistol, it literally feels like part of my hand and there is no slip at all. Be sure you get the right grip for your pistol. So I would have to say at least for the HK45C, if you just want to plink it might be OK to not use one; if you need a solid secure grip, you really should try one. They are fairly inexpensive and are the only accessory I will have on the HK. Lou

May 3, 2014, 06:09 AM	#8
foxytwo Senior Member Join Date: June 24, 2010 Posts: 234	I have the Hogue grips on a Keltec PF9 and they do not move even after firing over 400 rounds and lots of draws. I would not remove them..

May 5, 2014, 05:58 AM	#9
Shadow9mm Senior Member Join Date: March 21, 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 3,974	I had mixed results with the slip on grips like the Hogue and would NOT recommend them. They did help with comfort for my wife on a Bersa 380, however the grip liked to rotate from side to side and was removed. I just got a Talon stick on decal grip with the rubberized texture and would HIGHLY recommend it. At $17.99 with free shipping in the U.S. you really ant go wrong.

May 5, 2014, 03:40 PM	#10
redrick Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,041	I have the Qwik Grip on my Kahr P9 and it improved the feel 100% . They were not easy to put on and they have not moved since .

May 5, 2014, 04:10 PM	#11
Water-Man Senior Member Join Date: March 23, 2008 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 2,126	+1 for the Talon Grips. I have them on several guns and have gotten nothing but positive results.

May 8, 2014, 10:15 AM	#12
jmr40 Senior Member Join Date: June 15, 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,808	The best versions I've used are those made from a bicycle inner tube. About $10 at Walmart will make 15-20 of them. Cut about 2"-3" of tube off, slide over the grip and trim with a sharp knife to fit. They are thinner and do not add enough to the grip circumference to be a problem. They do eliminate the slick feel and make it much easier to maintain a good grip on the gun. Even when wet. They even conform to molded in finger grooves. I have them on most of my plastic framed pistols and AR's. Some have been in place for 10 years or more with no issues at all. I've tried the store bought versions as well as the stick on ones. The stick on's eventually peel at the corners. The bike tube works better and if it ever needs replacing is practically free. One innertube will last a lifetime for several guns.