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GarySTL · 10-11-2006, 01:41 PM

I will try the sandpaper type of Decal Grips if I ever remove the rubber ones currently on my Tactical. I do notice the grip is slightly larger with the rubber in place. But I'm blessed with long fingers, so don't consider that an issue.

I wanted the AGrip on the carry guns so I wouldn't be concerned with the rubber "grabbing" my clothing as I drew the weapon. Thew AGrip feels nicer than the Decal Grip does.

jednp · 10-11-2006, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quib

Bicycle inner tube……….I’m a cheap ass!

i tried that but got sick of having to rub black rubber off my hand after every trip to the range. If I could find a bicycle tube that didn't leave black stuff stuck to your hand, that'd work better.

But now I have decal grips on. Just did the home job and made some myself. I absolutely love them. Gun feels a lot more secure in my hand now. I'd imagine the rubber grips would do teh same thing. I had a hogue grip on my XD and I loved it, but just got sick of it sliding around after a while. But with the stick on rubber grips, that shouldn't be a problem. I actually wanted to get these but opted to try the home job with the traction tape first.

krnguy03 · 10-11-2006, 02:58 PM

this is what i did.. only cost me about 6 bucks..

Grip Job Update with PICS

the 1st page is how i had it before.. then i changed it to the one piece.. on pg 8

**Old School** · 10-11-2006, 03:42 PM

If you have sweaty hands, Pro Grip may be a better option for you, especially is you don't want to change the feel/girth of the grip. Beyond that, it is less money than most grips.

Used and endorsed by USPSA Master Shooters to enhance their natural grip for increased recoil control and more consistent accuracy. Non-sticky formula actually works with your natural skin oils to repel moisture and perspiration, and keep your pistol or rifle firmly in your grip. Non-toxic, washes off with soap and water; will not stain clothing or damage gun finishes. Bottle includes Flip Top.

Deacon Dave · 10-11-2006, 03:50 PM

I use the Decal Grip both the Sand Paper style and the Rubber style.

The Rubber is slightly thicker, so I used that style decal on the sides and rear section of my XD. On the front strips I use the sand paper style which is thinner. This allows me to grip the front strap checkering tighter, than if I used the Rubber strips.

Works great for me. You might want to experiment with mixing and matching the two styles to fit your individual needs. It really turned my XD into a custom feeling grip!

ARin · 10-11-2006, 03:54 PM

i just use hockey tape on my pistols.
cheap, works well...and it think it looks pretty hard-core.

TruPatriot · 10-11-2006, 05:10 PM

ARin, Looks very functional and ghetto to say the least!

GarySTL · 10-12-2006, 07:10 AM

Probably can't lift prints off that hockey tape either!

kidcoltoutlaw · 07-26-2008, 07:40 PM

Does your grip saftey work ? Not that it is needed,

Thanks,Keith

motiv8ya · 07-26-2008, 09:22 PM

I had (sand) grip tape on my subcompact which I carry IWB, tends to irriate after awhile. The Agrips are real nice and they function better when wet so if you sweat on your gun IWB it just enhances your grip. I put Agrips on all my XD's, in 100+ degree heat I live in everyday they work well. You can also buy a sheet of the Agrip material and just cut your own pattern instead of buying the custom cut grips.

10-11-2006, 02:58 PM	#13
krnguy03 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 124	this is what i did.. only cost me about 6 bucks.. Grip Job Update with PICS the 1st page is how i had it before.. then i changed it to the one piece.. on pg 8 __________________ OIF III

10-11-2006, 03:42 PM	#14
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,776	If you have sweaty hands, Pro Grip may be a better option for you, especially is you don't want to change the feel/girth of the grip. Beyond that, it is less money than most grips. Used and endorsed by USPSA Master Shooters to enhance their natural grip for increased recoil control and more consistent accuracy. Non-sticky formula actually works with your natural skin oils to repel moisture and perspiration, and keep your pistol or rifle firmly in your grip. Non-toxic, washes off with soap and water; will not stain clothing or damage gun finishes. Bottle includes Flip Top. __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

10-11-2006, 03:50 PM	#15
Deacon Dave XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Athens, Alabama Posts: 130	Sand & Rubber Decal Grips I use the Decal Grip both the Sand Paper style and the Rubber style. The Rubber is slightly thicker, so I used that style decal on the sides and rear section of my XD. On the front strips I use the sand paper style which is thinner. This allows me to grip the front strap checkering tighter, than if I used the Rubber strips. Works great for me. You might want to experiment with mixing and matching the two styles to fit your individual needs. It really turned my XD into a custom feeling grip! __________________ Nehemiah 4:14b "...Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord, which is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses."

07-26-2008, 07:40 PM	#19
kidcoltoutlaw XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: va Posts: 142	ARin Does your grip saftey work ? Not that it is needed, Thanks,Keith __________________ It's not just a gun it's the symbol of freedom .

07-26-2008, 09:22 PM	#20
motiv8ya XDTalk Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 59	I had (sand) grip tape on my subcompact which I carry IWB, tends to irriate after awhile. The Agrips are real nice and they function better when wet so if you sweat on your gun IWB it just enhances your grip. I put Agrips on all my XD's, in 100+ degree heat I live in everyday they work well. You can also buy a sheet of the Agrip material and just cut your own pattern instead of buying the custom cut grips. __________________ "Our job is simply this, to make the citizens love for the job you do and to make the criminals hate you for the same reason, either way you'll be respected"

10-11-2006, 01:41 PM	#11
GarySTL XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Eastern Missouri Posts: 90	I will try the sandpaper type of Decal Grips if I ever remove the rubber ones currently on my Tactical. I do notice the grip is slightly larger with the rubber in place. But I'm blessed with long fingers, so don't consider that an issue. I wanted the AGrip on the carry guns so I wouldn't be concerned with the rubber "grabbing" my clothing as I drew the weapon. Thew AGrip feels nicer than the Decal Grip does.

10-11-2006, 03:54 PM	#16
ARin XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 585	i just use hockey tape on my pistols. cheap, works well...and it think it looks pretty hard-core.

10-11-2006, 05:10 PM	#17
TruPatriot XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Northeast Texas Posts: 57	ARin, Looks very functional and ghetto to say the least!

10-12-2006, 07:10 AM	#18
GarySTL XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Eastern Missouri Posts: 90	Probably can't lift prints off that hockey tape either!

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