coolpapabell15 Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Just picked up my first 2011 the other day, used but in great shape. The grip has been slightly reduced and textured on the side panels and mainspring housing, but not the front strap. I haven't even shot the thing yet, but down the line I could possibly see myself wanting to opt for a further reduced grip and different texturing pattern overall. I'm not sure if the current texturing could be reduced further and retextured, but for the purposes of this exercise we'll say it can't and I would have to buy a new one to achieve the desired effect. My question is: Assuming it runs 100%, if I were to replace my current grip, is it possible that slapping on a new one would affect the pistol's reliability or performance? Does anybody have any experience with this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeRush Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 If you reduce it too far you may have trouble dropping magazine due to the grip flexing. You may need to readjust trigger components. That's about all I can think of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolpapabell15 Posted July 10, 2015 Author Share Posted July 10, 2015 Thanks for the reply! I've heard of the possible flex causing problems, and potentially having to readjust a nice trigger job is all that came to mind for me as well, I just wanted to check and see if anybody knew of any potential issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgj3 Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 I would highly suggest using the current grip for your first try at reducing/retexturing. May turn out great. If not, then snag another and try again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolpapabell15 Posted July 10, 2015 Author Share Posted July 10, 2015 Oh don't worry, I would definitely be outsourcing the reduction and texturing. I'm not that talented, or brave! Better to have it done right the first time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troupe Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Do be careful if you attempt it yourself. There has been many grips ruined by home jobs. They are made everyday so buying a new grip is not a problem. If you replace your grip with one that has not been altered, you should not have any problems, as long as you get it on square. Tommy Roupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolpapabell15 Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 I appreciate the input Tommy! I love those Roupe tiger stripes, definitely one of the options I've marked for future reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troupe Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 Thanks for the compliment, there has been many grips over the years. I really do appreciate the support. Thanks again, Tommy Roupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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