tt350z

I just recieved my VZ 320 ultra slim blasted black canvas and their slim line screw/bushing. I went with the less aggressive 320 over the gator grips because I don't wear an under shirt. It is smooth enough to not irritate my back but still has enough texture for a positive grip than say a polished grip from carbon creation. The slim grips actually feel a lot better than the reg width grip since I have relatively small hands. Also since it is a canvas material, it does absorb some sweat.





Compared to a XD-9 Service (note that the 1911 grip is rounded off vs the squared off XD grip, making it feel even slimmer)

__________________
Bushmaster XM15-E2S
Kimber Eclipse Pro II
Springfield XD-9 Service (sold)

Rotorflyr

Looks good!
If/when you get to the range to shoot with them on, post back and report how they feel with recoil.

__________________
When Guns Are Outlawed, Only Outlaw's will have guns

Just remember, when seconds count, help is mere minutes away

Also remember when you go to trial by jury, you are putting yourself into the hands of 12 people, who weren't smart enough to get out of jury duty.

tt350z

yep, will do

__________________
Bushmaster XM15-E2S
Kimber Eclipse Pro II
Springfield XD-9 Service (sold)

simon

Very Nice!

Reborn

Very cool looking.......bet it shoots as good as it looks. Range report needed.

__________________
Psalms 144:1
Blessed be the Lord my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight.
CHL INSTRUCTOR, Retired LEO

Catalina

Nice grips Mr. Skinny. I think the "canvas" is a take on the appearance. I believe VZ grips to be made of Micarta. Check out how old the "technology" is!

Custom 1911 Grips | Handgun Grips
Micarta is a trade name that was given to thermoset composites back in the 1890’s by Westinghouse. We chose Micarta® for three reasons:


1. Durability: Micarta® has a higher tensile strength than steel. It is used in storm shelters to provide state of the art protection rooms to ward off the threats from tornadoes. It is also being tested to armor aircraft cockpit doors.
2. Impervious to changes in temperature: This material will not swell, warp, or crack with changes in temperature. It is an excellent insulator against heat. Unlike other so called high-end grips on the market, ours stays cool and comfortable.
3. Texture: When milled, Micarta gives a highly slip resistant surface.


There are three basic types of Micarta®: Paper, Linen, and Canvas. Paper Micarta® is denser in color and thus more decorative. Linen Micarta® is medium grade in toughness and durability, it renders a good texture and intriguing appearance when milled. Canvas Micarta® is the strongest and the best in texture of the three. Pieces of canvas protrude through the laminate when milled adding additional texture to the grip. I personally like the look and feel of the canvas. It has that rugged personality and a definite A+ on the cool factor scale.

__________________
Go Glock - until you can afford H&K

jaydmhonda

tt350z,

not to thread hijack, but i just recieved my vz grips as well. yours look great by the way!!!

rodc13

Nice review and very good job with the pics. Thanks for sharing the info.

__________________
Cheers,
Rod
"We're paratroopers. We're supposed to be surrounded!" Dick Winters

tt350z

Update:

I used this gun yesterday in a local IDPA match. The smaller grip allowed me to get a much better grip along with the sanded down thumb safety that was giving me bruises in the webbing of my thumb. I was able to control the recoil much better. I have to say that I will be using slim grips for future 1911 from now on. My $.02

__________________
Bushmaster XM15-E2S
Kimber Eclipse Pro II
Springfield XD-9 Service (sold)