ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 (edited) I recently took the plunge and did a full grip reduction on my gen 3 G35. I wanted to get rid of the hump on the back strap and the finger grooves. I didn't want to spend $200 at glockworxs for the reduction and the SiC grip. I just jumped right in with a dremel and the 160 grip drum attachment. Before After I took off just enough on the back strap that i didn't need to fill the pocket in the back with epoxy, but you would need to if you wanted to take off more to shrink the actual grip. Edited May 17, 2013 by ParkerNash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 I then got to taping the areas i didn't want the silicon carbide grit. I used some of the pictures off block worxs as an example. The silicon carbide was hard to find and i ordered 5lbs of amazon. You can get it in a few different colors and a lot of different grits. I went with black and 70 grit size. I didn't want to go to big cause my hands don't need that much grip. 70 was good because you still get the ruff grip but it doesn't hurt your hands. 5 lbs is way more than you need by the way. About $7 a pound plus shipping I put down multiple layers of tape and then cut the shape i wanted with exactoknife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 Next came the epoxy silicon carbide grip part. I choose SiC grip cause it is a 3 gun pistol and really didn't like the original grip. I did however experiment with a wire polishing attachment on my dremel and found that you could get the original look and feel after the sanding if you want it to be slick and shiny again. I also chose not to stipple because it is a real pain in the ass and truly is permanent. You might think the SiC is permanent but if you really wanted to you could sand the epoxy off and did it again. For the epoxy i used devcon grey. Before applying the epoxy i washed the frame with alcohol to remove any oils. I also saved some of the shavings from the frame and mix it into the epoxy to give it similar color and flex. I would suggest getting an epoxy that take awhile to set up that way you have time to work with it and get it right. I used a piece of cardboard to get a nice even coat of epoxy. I try to make it thin as possible so the grip didn't change shape. Once i had everything covered in epoxy i just sprinkled SiC on it. I didn't try to press it on just did the pouring and shaking off a couple times. Hung it up to dry for 16 hours over night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 After dry, I used an exactoknife to remove the tape. Small amount of SiC came off after playing with it for a bit. The grip reduction really changes the whole gun, feels nicer in the hand and naturally points flat. Really like the SiC grip and will do it to any other glock i buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 Final before and after Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fate0n3 Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 That looks amazing I have been wanting to do something like this to my 34 but can't bring myself to try. You did a great job tho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParkerNash Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 Believe me it took a month or so of convincing myself. This is my first and only glock. Just do your research and take your time. 100% worth it. Made me like the gun so much more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskinsler83 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 That really looks great! I've done all the grip work on my guns too. Just go for it it's fun and rewarding. I'll have to try the sandy grip I usually do the stippling with the iron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskinsler83 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 I try starting with a 2nd gen 3pin frame right off the bat if possible though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McGlock Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Looks great! I have done a fee myself and love the texture. I agree the SiC was difficult to find at first but got a bucket shipped to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoked4AA Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Has the Devcon Plastic held up. How difficult is it to apply in an even layer? Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskinsler83 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Devcon plastic steel as a rifle bedding compound is great. I dunno bout the plastic epoxy. But I was thinking if one used the actual plastic still and used the SiC that would add weight to the grip and grit for grip at the same time. HMMMMMM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feegee Dean Matlock Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 That looks great!! Wonder if you could do this to a Aluminum STI grip? What other colors did you like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachvu Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Quick question on an older thread, but hopefully I can get some responses! I'm sanded smooth, reduced, and ready to go on my grip, but am curious what others did to make clean edges after the epoxy process. Did you razor blade along the tape edges before removing the tape, or did you remove the tape, then clean up the edges? Also, how how do the edges wear & look where the grip meets the bare plastic surface? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike H Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 I razored along the tape edges when necessary. Usually, the tape came off very cleanly, there were only 2 or 3 spots for me which required some extra knife work to obtain a clean edge. Both spots were due to heavy application of epoxy in that specific area. The edges wear well for me in all areas. That's after 4 months of use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachvu Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Perfect thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick88 Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I just got done with this one using J-B weld its not wearing off.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armas Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 Very informative and inspiring. I been searching for this a while back until I lost interest not able to find any good source of info. Any chance you have a youtube video of this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G17 Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 If the OP happens to read this or anyone else knows, how long does this stuff hold up on the gun. Does the epoxy secure it permanently for the life of the frame or does it over time slowly flake of needing to be reapplied at some point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskinsler83 Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 My understanding is that over time it does sloth off with repeated use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachvu Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I just finished mine last night, and couldn't be happier with the results! I don't see it wearing off any time soon....seems pretty stuck in there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polymerfeelsweirdman Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 1. that looks amazing 2. is this production legal? 3. have you considered using a primer before the epoxy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachvu Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 (edited) The JB Weld (as mentioned, not the quick set version. Even regular cures rather quickly!) bonds to the plastic very well, and I don't think a primer would be necessary. It looks amazing, and feels even better! Yes and no in the production department...You can't shave or modify the grip shape prior to doing the epoxy & grit, but you can do just the epoxy and grit. See the rulings below from the USPSA rulebook. 21.4 Grips - For semi-automatic Production guns, grip tape, grip sleeves, checkering, stippling or other texture may only be applied in the areas shown in appendix E4. Glue and grit is considered the same as stippling. Appendix E4 - Checkering, stippling, and/or tape may only be applied to the areas illustrated by the dashed line boundaries which include the frontstrap and backstrap. Grip Tape cannot be applied to any part of the slide, trigger, trigger guard, or any lever or button. Grip Tape or Grip Sleeves cannot disengage a grip safety. Edited November 14, 2013 by zachvu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachvu Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Here's a few photos of mine right after the grip was applied, and with a slide (from a 22, not mine) to see what it will look like when put together! \ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackiechan Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Why do this instead of skateboard tapes? Is this gripier? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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