Posted: 6/17/2009 1:47:40 PM EDT
Long time Glock guy. I recently bought a RIA tactical and I love it! I went with RIA because I did not want to invest a lot in a platform I was unsure about. It is one of the best shooting handguns I have ever fired. I am officially hooked and cant wait to buy another 1911. In the meantime I am wanting to upgrade the grips on my RIA. I am looking at the VZ Alien or some from alumagrip. I am however open to suggestions and would appreciate any recomendations you guys might have. I always get good info from this site.
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I just got some VZ Aliens, and love them, I just put up pics in the Kimber thread (my apologies, not trying to hijack the thread).
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=31&t=27762&page=9 |
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I have used VZ Operators but found them too thick and too aggressive, especially when carrying IWB.
I am currently using Std thick Alumagrips and LOVE them. I can't say enough good things about them. The fit was PERFECT as is the feel. Chris did some custom laser engraved logo grips for me for a group I belong to www.GeorgiaCarry.org and my guys loved them. Not one complaint. Here is a close up pic .... 
Tell him I sent you ... I personally won't be using any other grips. |
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Went with the VZ Aliens. I did sand them very lightly to make little less agressive. Look and feel great! http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss89/peacekeeper3073/IMG_1373.jpg?t=1245342919 The dust created when sanding G10 is extremely harmful to your lungs. Grip makers use a very expensive dust removal system when cutting/sanding this material, please don't try this at home. |
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Quoted: I have used VZ Operators but found them too thick and too aggressive, especially when carrying IWB. I am currently using Std thick Alumagrips and LOVE them. I can't say enough good things about them. The fit was PERFECT as is the feel. Chris did some custom laser engraved logo grips for me for a group I belong to www.GeorgiaCarry.org and my guys loved them. Not one complaint. Here is a close up pic .... http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd208/volgrad/IMG_4055-1.jpg Tell him I sent you ... I personally won't be using any other grips. Awesome! |
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I have a set of VZ Aliens and like the other guys said they are pretty aggressive. If I'm doing any serious shooting my hands will get chewed up. I don't like to shoot with gloves so I'll probably replace them with a pair of VZ Gator Backs soon. I've had good experience with VZ's customer service I made a mistake when I ordered they sorted it out fast. |