K frames grips

[midvalleyshooter]

I'm planning to run my S&W Model 19 in IDPA matches.Which grips have the best speed loader clearance?

Thanks,

Keith

[Samuel Adams]

While I see a lot of guys use the soft Hogue grips, I prefer Pachmayr Decelerators. I like the grip better and they have more than enough clearance. Just my 2 cents.

[Bill Nesbitt]

I use the rubber Hogues. The wood ones in my avatar are just for when I dress up for pictures.

[Aircooled6racer]

Hello: You could always clearance the grips so you can insert the speedloader better. Thanks, Eric

[MrBorland]

I'm using and like Uncle Mike's grips for my L- and K-frames. No issues with speedloader clearance. I've used Miculek grips too, and don't recall clearance issues with these, either.

BTW, clearance between the cylinder release latch and the speedloader can be pretty tight as well, especially with the old style latch. AFAIK, new and old styles are interchangeable, so switching to a new style can free up some space. SDM sells new and old replacements that are grippier to boot.

[mwx40x40]

I'm using and like Uncle Mike's grips for my L- and K-frames. No issues with speedloader clearance. I've used Miculek grips too, and don't recall clearance issues with these, either.

BTW, clearance between the cylinder release latch and the speedloader can be pretty tight as well, especially with the old style latch. AFAIK, new and old styles are interchangeable, so switching to a new style can free up some space. SDM sells new and old replacements that are grippier to boot.

Are UM grips still available? I do not see them on their website.

[flycaster]

I'm using and like Uncle Mike's grips for my L- and K-frames. No issues with speedloader clearance. I've used Miculek grips too, and don't recall clearance issues with these, either.

BTW, clearance between the cylinder release latch and the speedloader can be pretty tight as well, especially with the old style latch. AFAIK, new and old styles are interchangeable, so switching to a new style can free up some space. SDM sells new and old replacements that are grippier to boot.

Switched the cylinder release latch right after I got my 67. Big difference.

Chuck

[MrBorland]

Are UM grips still available? I do not see them on their website.

UM stopped making them, but last I checked, you can still find inventoried stock on S&W's site. <note to self> get me another pair or 2 before they all get snagged up </note>

[jlweems]

I'm using Ahrends Retro Combats and Hogue Monogrips. I don't have a problem with either with the use of comp-III loaders.

[HeadHunter]

I like the Hogue Bantams in my avatar. They work great with Comp IIIs. But they're only for round butts.

[71Commander]

I use stock Magna's with a Tyler T-grip.

[mikey357]

I use stock Magna's with a Tyler T-grip.

...there's no school like OLD SCHOOL!!!....mikey357

[gp100man]

I like wood grips. They look way cooler and they feel nice to the hand. I swap hands during my reloads so I go with a smooth grip on my K frame. I have bought some from the Hogue Auction website. They are great folks to deal with. I found some with the finger grooves, but I didn't want them. The Hogue folks took them off and ground it down to accept speedloaders better. All for the same low price. Jerry Miculke also sells wood grips on his website. Those are my favorite, but I know that not everyone likes them.