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Old 07-30-2013, 09:55 PM
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Interesting looking grips. Almost look like cork.

Don't the cracks and crevices weaken the integrity of the grips?
thanks, normally the cracks and crevices would weaken the grips but I filled them all with 1500 psi clear epoxy leaving just enough visible cracks to suit the customers taste.
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thanks, normally the cracks and crevices would weaken the grips but I filled them all with 1500 psi clear epoxy leaving just enough visible cracks to suit the customers taste.
Understood. Thanks
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What happened to that burl slab you posted? I'd like to get a set from that. Problem is I sill like the rattlesnake you sold me, so I have to buy another 1911 to put them on!
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Old 07-31-2013, 04:19 AM
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What happened to that burl slab you posted? I'd like to get a set from that. Problem is I sill like the rattlesnake you sold me, so I have to buy another 1911 to put them on!
I still have it, along with 3 other mesquite burl caps, i'll do the drawing for the grip giveaway next week so there's a chance you might win.
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full size, stippled Gabon Ebony with a satin tung oil finish.





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sorry , I just can't help it.
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full size, stippled Gabon Ebony with a satin tung oil finish.
These if I win the karma..fullsize flat bottom for a magwell. If I don't win, these will be my next purchase to put on the Kimber. Kimber grips suck purple possum p*cker
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These if I win the karma..fullsize flat bottom for a magwell. If I don't win, these will be my next purchase to put on the Kimber. Kimber grips suck purple possum p*cker
i think i have enough laying around for a second set.
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