TS/TSO size

[Dbw2223]

So I've heard about the TS/TSO being chunky being a glock shooter I'm kind of used to that. Hopefully I'll get to fondle one Tuesday but just out of curiosity does the bulk make it harder to reach the controls? I don't have lady hands but they are semi short and I have to use an extended mag release on my glock to keep from changing my grip for a reload.

[M1A4ME]

Handle one before you buy it.

 

I don't thing they are chunky - they're huge.  Mine is 3 lbs. 7 oz. loaded with 140 grain hollow points. 

 

Doesn't kick much though. 

[muncie21]

While they are both based off the same frame design, the tactical sport and tactical sport orange have different grip contours. The backstrap area on the TSO is contoured more, which creates a 'smaller' grip diameter where the web of your thumb contacts the upper portion of the grip.  This effectively shortens the 'reach' to the trigger and safety. 

 

You may not be able to see this difference visually, however it is very noticeable when gripping both pistols side-by-side.  The TS has a larger grip, which could make reaching the controls difficult if you have short fingers or generally small hands.  Adding thin metal grips help with this a bit.  Best to try both to see which fits your hands better.

Edited April 9, 2018 by muncie21

[Dbw2223]

7 hours ago, muncie21 said:

While they are both based off the same frame design, the tactical sport and tactical sport orange have different grip contours. The backstrap area on the TSO is contoured more, which creates a 'smaller' grip diameter where the web of your thumb contacts the upper portion of the grip.  This effectively shortens the 'reach' to the trigger and safety. 

 

You may not be able to see this difference visually, however it is very noticeable when gripping both pistols side-by-side.  The TS has a larger grip, which could make reaching the controls difficult if you have short fingers or generally small hands.  Adding thin metal grips help with this a bit.  Best to try both to see which fits your hands better.

That's good to hear, I'm wanting the TSO anyway. I'm going Tuesday to look I know the dealer I'm going to has a TS and he "thinks" he has a TSO.

[muncie21]

3 hours ago, Dbw2223 said:

That's good to hear, I'm wanting the TSO anyway. I'm going Tuesday to look I know the dealer I'm going to has a TS and he "thinks" he has a TSO.

The fine (vs. coarse) checking on the grip and drilled/tapped holes on the left side of the frame (for the thumb rest) is a dead give-away it is a TSO  

 

Of course these could be duplicated on a TS, but if they are not there it is a pretty good (99.9%, nothing is guaranteed in this life) sign that the pistol is not an orange.

[adamge]

The TS has a huge grip.  Similar to a Beretta 92 I would say.  TS Orange is more like a Shadow 2 in size.