Nimitz Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 Anyone used these and can talk to the differences, if any, between them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_C Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 (edited) I think you have people confused with your question. The Diamondback grips are made by VZ, with Mink and others selling them. I don't know what the CZC aggressive checkering is. I have both the CZ thin aluminum grips and the VZ Diamondbacks and for me the Diamondbacks are much better. Much grippier, and thicker allowing me to get more skin against them. The only thing I don't like about the Diamondbacks is that I can feel them flex when I squeeze, however I only notice this when practicing, never in a match. Edited September 24, 2013 by Chris_C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 sorry, didn't mean to imply Mink made them. The aggressive checking Al grips are made by the CZ Custom shop and sound similar to the VZ diamondbacks. I have a Shadow on order from the CZC shop and wanted an aggressive checking pattern similar to the stippling I had done on my G34. I may have to look into the VZ Diamondbacks if the ones from CZC aren't aggressive enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Here is a photo of the two grips. maybe you can get an idea of the textures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 thx! But which is which? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andreas Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 The grips on the left look like the VZs. The would appear to make the CZC grips a step up from the already aggressive DiamondBacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Sorry, I see these things everyday. VZ is on the left, CZC on the right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 Thx! Would you say the CZC grips are more or less aggressive than the diamondbacks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradthegunmaniac Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I have the CZC grips and love them. They are not as aggressive as they look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magsz Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 The CZC grips are also aluminum. If you sweat alot, no matter how textured the grip is, you will still slip, at least my hands do. I absolutely cannot stand metal grips on guns. The VZ grips are VERY aggressive and will hold very well provided you do your part. The G10 material itself also has a very fine "grit" to it which aids further in gripping potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 I always have to use ProGrip because here in FL my hands always sweat. I was a little concerned that they are Al. Maybe I will switch to the VZ ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
facelessman Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Those CZC grips are the newer texture pattern and are quite a bit more aggressive than the older pattern (I have both, the thicker ones). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 I understand but size they are metal they could still be not as secure. While we're on the topic, anyone have their rubber grips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huskerlrrp Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 I understand but size they are metal they could still be not as secure. While we're on the topic, anyone have their rubber grips? I am using the VZ Diamond backs and really like them. I like the stock rubber grips though. Just not as secure for me. Are you looking for a pair? I have some around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 26, 2013 Author Share Posted September 26, 2013 I might depending on how these the VZ feel. Unfortunately without trying them it's impossible to know if they will work for me and I don't have access to any CZ ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magsz Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Take a drive to the east coast and you can finger bang my pistols. I have the VZ diamondbacks on both of my CZ's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted September 26, 2013 Author Share Posted September 26, 2013 I already live on the eat coast, 20 miles due south of Cocoa Beach ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driver8M3 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 The VZs are great. They're VERY aggressive. The only problem is they're very slim (as thin, or slightly thinner, than the CZ thin metal grips). Still, I prefer the VZs to the thick metal CZ grips, even with grip tape applied to the entire surface. I've ordered a set of the thick, checkered CZC metal grips so I'll be able to compare them all soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magsz Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 The VZ Grips, at least the diamonback pattern grips are NOT thinner than the thin aluminum CZC grips...period, end of story. I dont have my dimensions off hand but after calipering them they ARE thicker (the VZ's) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driver8M3 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 depends where you do the measurement. the forward edge of the VZs is tapered practically to a point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted October 4, 2013 Author Share Posted October 4, 2013 well I went with the VZ diamondbacks. Once the gun arrives we're see. Just for comparision can you guys post your measurements? I want to see how it compares to my G34 ... thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDPMatt Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 Just buy them both and sell the ones you don't like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric nielsen Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 VZ grips are great; they cover the top-rear corner of the gripping area which means your trigger finger will land a little farther out. With big hands that will be okay for DA, and better than uncovered for SA shooting. All the CZ aluminum grips do not cover the top-rear. This will allow easier DA pull for anyone who has trouble reaching that far, will feel a little more cramped shooting SA for people w/big hands. From the photos and dimensions given it looks like their Thick AL Aggressive grips are thicker or same in back, thinner in front, compared to VZ: http://czcustom.com/cz-75-85-ts-grips-aluminum-plastic-rubber.aspx I have the VZ tactical diamonds and the CZC thin aluminum, several sets of rubber grips, and several broken sets of cheap wood or VZ imitation plastic grips. Because of how the grip fits on the CZ frame, you want indestructible material for your CZ grips. VZ and CZC aluminum as well as most rubber grips will not break. If you must have wood or plastic grips, get from a very reputable company or expect them to shatter within a short span of typical USPSA practice and matches. HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted October 5, 2013 Author Share Posted October 5, 2013 Eric thx, I was thinking of getting the rubber grips as well as the VZ diamondbacks ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justaute Posted October 5, 2013 Share Posted October 5, 2013 I have the best grips, but CZC doesn't make them anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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