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Hands one of the best products andcompanies i have ever worked with and I will be buying more products from them
I recently came across these J Frame grips as I own about five different grips for my CCW J Frame (Pachmayr, Hogue, G10, VZ, etc.), and they are either comfortable to shot with, but are too large and soft to get in and out of a pocket, or too hard and beat the crap out of the webbing of my thumb and index finger
So I purchased the large version of the Recoil Rider CCW grip and it is a game changer. Slick enough to get in and out of a pocket, thin enough to conceal, and the 1911 style grip angle eliminates that “pointing down” angle with traditional grips. The front sight is buried down in the rear notch when presenting, and the rubber on the back of the frame eliminates that recoil bite.
I installed it very easily, and took it to the range and was very impressed. To me, this is the goldilocks of J Frame grips. Highly recommended for sure.
Feels great in the hand ! Significantly reduces felt recoil . Improves point of aim . Love them !
Long story short: These grips perform as advertised. I did extensive testing on a S&W Model 37 and M&P 340 using both factory grips and Recoil Rider grips, evaluating both subjective felt recoil as well as draw/shot times and 5-shot rapid fire strings using a shot timer. The Recoil Rider large fit Boot grips are staying on my M&P 340 forever. Recoil and stinging to the hand is noticeably improved. Excellent product.
I've only shot a few cylinders, but it is a noticeable upgrade from the stock grips, and aftermarket Revolgrips. Upon removing the grips from the packaging, I was immediately impressed. The material feels like upgraded rubber. It is very firm but has just enough squish. It's hard to describe.
It has the slightest amount of very small squish (like squeezing a high quality gel insole) without any deformation that alters grip.
The material is smooth but not slippery. Felt recoil was noticeably better than the stock and aftermarket grips. It was worth the price, which I was hesitant on. Install wasn't bad either.
There was apparently a lot of serious thought, that went into the design of these grips. I can only speak for myself. I have been carrying a j-frame appendix for a very long time, and have gone through my share of grips over the years. With a good firm grip when the gun is raised to eye level while looking directly at the target, the sights come up perfectly aligned, and on target. My trigger finger is in a good position, and the gun does not shift, while firing +Ps with my strong hand. If necessary to cock the hammer, my thumb, is in a good position, and it is much easier to cock, and stay on target. The grips also handle recoil very well, to say the least. They carry, and draw well too. They definitely work for me. Enough said.
These are the best aftermarket grips I have ever purchased! Everything about them is A+! I wish they made them for the N Frames!!!!!
These grips feel exceptionally well in the hands! I was a tad skeptical at first since it changed the grip angle a little but after getting it and holding it that was completely erased. It now points naturally on target every single time, and your wrist doesn’t feel torqued At a downward angle!! Love them will be getting them for all my revolvers!!! Also the large grip fills my whole hand and I have quite large hands that most grips don’t fill all while still keeping a very compact low profile.
Great grip. Great veteran owned company
I’m glad I ordered these. They fit perfectly on my S&W 632. The video they had online was very helpful. Haven’t had a chance to shoot, but feel great.
Initial impressions is very positive. Grip texture and pliability look as if it will aid recoil control and reduction, which is need as this is a 38 LCR it is on. I did not even consider other options made of harder materials. I have not had this to the range yet it is snow bound and subzero. Just put the grips on and put the LCR in the pocket. Would buy another set if I had another LCR.
Most superior grips Ive ever had the pleasure of using! A+++++++
I have struggled for years trying to find grips that would work for me. I carry a LCR in 327 federal magnum. Recoil can be stout and I need a place for my pinky to maintain a good grip. Hogue and diamond pro grips help with the recoil but are either too long or too fat. Both are not clothing friendly when concealed carrying. Stumbled across these grips and figured why not, what’s another set of grips in my search. These grips handle the recoil as well or better than the Tamer grips. They are thinner than any that I have tried over the last five years. They fit my hand! No slip or movement in my hand during firing and give me a more natural point of aim. They do not cling to clothing, concealing well and making for a smooth draw from waist band or pocket while providing a positive grip in the hand. I have finally found the Right Grip! Can’t wait for the SP101 grips!
I want to preface this review that I do test a lot of products for different companies. I did purchase these grips on my own, reaching out to the owner David after to chat. Sometimes I get trash in, and sometimes I get good stuff in. It’s rare I get a gem. I have to say, very rarely do I get in/buy a product where what they’re advertising is really what gets to the end user. For an example, the radiant SD charging handle and most gas reducing charging handles are absolute snake oil. You need to tune your gas tube, your buffer, spring, and weight. Or, get an adjustable gas block.
These grips are not that. I was actually blown away. I got it in today and I ran American gunner plus P125 grain going 950 FPS, critical defense 135+ P going 1000 FPS, spear gold dot short barrel 135+ P going about 880 FPS, George arms wadcutters Which are 148 but those are a little slower at 750, and finally the Underwood 158+ P going 1050 FPS. From the stock OEM VZ grips to this was a solid 33% reduction and felt recoil. I would go so high as to potentially say closer to 40%. Those Underwood rounds are gnarly out of a 1.85 barrel, especially with the J frame I have, which is the 642 UC. Not only that, but I know we went back-and-forth between standard and large, I just want to tell you that large is actually a little bit smaller than the OEM in width. Length they are identical, I believe. This has made the gun even more concealable in my (American Foghting Revolver) Bulman Undercover Kydex pocket holster. Also, the pinky ledge is a very nice touch. The OEM grips if you did somehow jam your pinky right on that corner piece would actually reverberate and be quite a sting on your pinkies tendon. So bravo for that. Legit the only thing I could come up with as a con was that they are a little bit slick. I did a water dunk and while the water immediately rolled off based off of the filament you used, there were a few drops retained that did make bearing down just a little longer of a thought process. This was remedied with some hockey tape.
I know this is purely the filament. I see from your earlier versions. You did add the checkering which does help. I’m pretty sure that you’re in a position where you found the perfect filament for recoil absorption, but you have to give and take in the give is it being a little slick. I completely understand that as I am a 3-D printer as well on a much smaller scale lol. Again this is a MINOR nitpick.
Great part! I’ve ankle carried/pocket carried this particular442 for nearly 20 years. The OEM cylinder release has always been annoying, and rusts easily. It’s also sharp, and although you can buff it with an abrasive, it rusts even quicker! This cylinder release fixes that. It’s smooth, rust proof and easily installed and actuated. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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Unlike other rubber grips, Recoil Rider grips have a non-tacky surface finish, so they won't print or snag your clothing or skin when carrying AIWB.
Designed for Appendix and Pocket Carry
Choose between the compact three-finger CCW grip or the ultra-minimalist Boot grip.
Lower Weight
Shed over an ounce compared to traditional grips, offering the lightest carry experience available.
Very easy to get a repeatable grip. Your fingers just fall into place where they need to be.
-Michael, Owner & Firearms Instructor at Vinco Precision LLC | Deatsville, AL
If I had these grips years ago, I wouldn't have sold my J-Frame.
-Kirby, Range Safety Officer at The Hillside Rifle Range| Deatsville, AL
The recoil mitigation is noticeable. It shoots more like a rubber grip but without the downsides.
-Former Air Force Special Operations Colleague | Fort Walton Beach, FL