You can purchase 1911 grips from several different retailers, both online and in brick-and-mortar stores. Or, you could make your grips! Doing it yourself is a great way to add a personal touch to your gun, and it can also save you some money.
To make your own 1911 grips, you’ll need a few supplies. First, you’ll need a piece of wood that’s large enough to cut out two grip panels. A drill and various sized drill bits are also necessary, as is a coping saw or jigsaw. You’ll also need sandpaper in various grits, ranging from coarse to fine. Gunstock oil or tung oil will be used to finish the grips and protect them from the elements.
Once you have all of your supplies, you’ll need to start by cutting out the basic shape of the grips. You can use a template if you want, or you can freehand it. Once the basic shape is cut out, you’ll need to drill pilot holes for the screws that will hold the grips in place.
After the pilot holes are drilled, it’s time to start working on the details. Use the various grits of sandpaper to smooth out the edges and give the grips a nice finish. When you’re happy with how they look, apply a few coats of gunstock oil or tung oil. This will protect the grips and make them look even more beautiful.
Now all that’s left to do is install the grips on your gun! Follow the instructions in your gun’s manual, and you’ll be shooting in no time. Thanks for reading, and we hope this has been helpful.