new to 1911 world

[kharris]

Went to a local gun show. After some dealing I got a RIA compact. I've put about 100 rnds
Through it with no complaints except the grips. The smooth wood is nice but slick. I have some pins in my wrist and on round 4 or 5 my point og impact drifts low and right.
Would some grippier grips help? My other handgun is a 357 mag with what taurus calls a ribber grip.

[Cappi]

Originally Posted by kharris

I have some pins in my wrist

My other handgun is a 357 mag with what taurus calls a ribber grip.

I know the one you're talking about.
There are none like that for 1911s that's I'm aware of.


I'd suggest you try a wrap around Hogue rubber grip.
they're one of the best "pure function" grips on the market..(imHo)




http://www.google.com/products/catal...ed=0CGIQ8wIwBQ


they're a wonderful grip, just not real eye candy appealing .
Inexpensive enough they won't break the bank either..and they're virtually indestructible t'boot


..l.T.A.

[supervel]

Check prices at Cheaper than Dirt also,they carry Hogue and other brands as well and seem to be very competive in the price department.

[tekarra]

I have Hogue grips on several pistols and like them, unfortunately I do not have them on a 1911 as yet.

[kharris]

thanks folks.
I put some pearce grips that add front finger grooves. and have some double checkered crimson ironwood grips on order from Raasco. lovin my RIA

[kharris]

Raasco's are NICE, and their customer service is great. ordered and recieved in 9 days, fit and finish are great. Crimson Ironwood with a double diamond checkering.
Put about 75 rounds through it today, point of impact is much better and the gun is much more controllable for me. I had zero malfunctions with winchester white box ammo.
And except for needing to learn not to let my left thumb get anywhere near the moving slide, it was a very good morning.