The Police Positive Special double action revolver was made in various calibers and variations from 1907 until 1973. One customer reports the K adapter can be made to fit a USFA Bisley and a Beretta Bisley, but ti takes some filing to get everything snugged up well to the frame and grip surfaces. Its rated at 1100 fps out of a 2 barrel. Customers have reported (with photos) that they also fit properly on the Cobra (alloy frame Detective Special) and Agent (Cobra with a shortened grip frame.) It only became the Model 10 in 1957 when Smith went to numbers. Save colt police positive wood grips to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. This one clocked just over 1,000 fps from the Colt and just under 970 from the Smith. About the Colt Official Police Revolver Both feature the distinctive pull-to-open cylinder release latch. But the one old-school geezer with a serious background in slow-fire competition in his youth, went with the Colt OP. 1 15/16 wide @ butt. New Mexico Department of Game & Fish, State Agency: I think the adapters accomplish this well, but with a big hand like mine, things can feel a little crowded behind the trigger guard, particularly with the smaller D-Frame Colts and J-Frame Smith & Wessons. On thing about it, with all the different models, makes, styles out there, its like going to a buffeteverybody gets to choose what they want. RevolverGuy American Warrior Show Appearance, Across the Peak Podcast with Rich & Justin, target stocks popularized by Roper in the 1930s, https://snubtraining.wordpress.com/2009/07/13/snub-training-werner-carry-system/. Deployed military should use stateside address. Item restrictions take precedence, and are noted above in red. Deep Red ($25.00) Larger grips for Colt Police Positive Special Handguns: The Revolver Forum The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley > . Youre rightthe 85 is a solid gun, and probably the best Taurus ever. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. But it is not as wide as the larger Tyler model which is made for these larger frames, and so the top of the adapter does not overhang the sides of the frame the way a larger adapter would. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. When the grips are tightened down on all of the clips, this will insure that the adapter is locked solidly in place against the metal and wood, where its supposed to be. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (when required) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. 1 15/16" wide @ butt. It was a break-front holster. Every Hogue product from handgun grips to long gun stocks to specialty knives to gear and accessories is built in the spirit of fine craftsmanship, attention to detail and complete dedication to the legacy of founder Guy Hogue, carried into the next generation by his sons Aaron and . Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. We Have Printable Exact Size Line Drawings Under "More Info" on Each Pair of Grips. Built on Colt's "D"-frame, the Police Positive was regarded as a small-frame revolver. Seen here: https://snubtraining.wordpress.com/2009/07/13/snub-training-werner-carry-system/. . Thanks again. Well, there was the cost per unit difference. 2222 Commercial Street San Diego,CA 92113 Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM April 2023, P.O. My ideal now are small grips that do not compromise shooting .38 +p hollowpoints from a heavy snubbie (probably the Critical Defense Lites we keep in the 85, not +p, from a SS 649). Colt Police Positive 38 Special Parts Kit Missing One Grip Panel The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. I feel like Bogart when I fire it. If recoil is the concern, theyre a great choice. The Police Positive Special double action revolver was made in various calibers and variations from 1907 until 1973. When the grips are tightened down on all of the clips, this will insure that the adapter is locked solidly in place against the metal and wood, where it's supposed to be. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. One Silver Medallion Installed #3251 ($12.00) Michigan Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: COLT ARMY SPECIAL, OFFICER'S MODEL, & OFFICIAL POLICE GRIPS Brand New $45.00 rogers-guns-grips (20,780) 99.8% Buy It Now +$5.00 shipping 40 watchers Sponsored Colt police positive special pistol grips graphite black plastic with screw New (Other) $35.00 Save up to 20% when you buy more or Best Offer get_a_grip_on_it (17,766) 96.5% Free shipping The revolver could not be lifted straight up, but one just pushed forward and out it came! I have more faith in them than some of the light JHPs. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Tan ($25.00) Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, State Agency: Colt Python Walnut Wood Grips One in The World ! However, you should assume they will NOT fit on the new Cobra model made in 2017 or thereafter. About the only choice is to find a custom maker who will make you a true custom grip, or use a grip adapter like rodfac shows above. Minnesota Deptartment of Natural Resources, State Agency: Ivory ($25.00) Note bobbed hammer spur. This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees. They wont expand much, but theyll go the distance. Great penetration. The OP shown here is a 1958-vintage 5 model, not quite as minty as the Smith. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. More Information; Manufacturer: Colt: Model: Police Positive. Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving! (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Will be entertaining and, I hope, educational. The Tyler units are made from either aluminum or bronze, and the BK Grips units are made from molded polymer, but they all perform the same function. is built on the D-Frame. pressure XTP, and some Buffalo Bore short-barrel, standard pressure .38s with the LSWC-HC bullet. Required fields are marked *. For the best fit, as you tighten the grip screw, be sure to hold the adapter tightly against the wood grips and against the curve of the frame above and behind the trigger guard. You Save: $75.00 (14 %) Colt Police Positive Siberian Mammoth Ivory Grips, .32 or .38, Does Not Fit Police Positive Special (Special is Larger). Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Were talking four experienced revolver guys. So, beginning 5/17/21, payments will only be accepted through PayPal. Maryland Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Charcoal Grey ($25.00) The OP features a longer, stagier DA trigger pull than the M10, but not necessarily heavier. Lifes too short to shoot an ugly or goofy lookingrevolver, so thats not an inconsiderable benefit of the grip adapter. The grip adapters fill the area underneath the frame and behind the trigger guard, where the gun rests on your middle finger. Black plastic grip adaptor with retaining clip. Dark Brown ($25.00) When they first came out, I didnt care for the looks, but after several decades of manufacturers putting nothing but black rubber on their guns, I think theyre downright handsome. Its an interesting setup, but reminds me of Jim Higginbothams dictum that we all must find our own salvation. I personally dont like the hooked grip option (Barami, DeSantis, Rogers all make a version, and Im probably missing others) because I think it sacrifices security, allows the weapon to shift around (sacrificing consistency in the drawstroke), and makes it harder to establish a good firing grip. No grip screws or escutcheons included. Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, State Agency: (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. One of the most popular revolvers in history. When used as part of the Werner Carry System a Tyler Grip adaptor is combined with Barami Hip-Grip and a Hogue Handle Jr. Sleeve. Gold Dot SB and the 130 gr. Its kinda like putting oversized rims on the family sedanyou could do it, but it just wouldnt look right. [emailprotected], Triple K Manufacturing Co, All Rights Reserved 2018 | Grip Screw Nut, New. Two vintage solutions for increasing the effectiveness of the .38 Special were Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Something went wrong. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. The Colt Police Positive was an improved version of the New Police adding Colt's "Positive Safety" feature. Something went wrong. Big fan of Tyler T-Grips. FITTING FOR RUGERS:One customer has advised that a K adapter fits well on hisRugerRedhawk. Select an option Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. I have no Ruger double actions and so cannot guarantee these fits, but the photos provided by the customers look pretty normal. Be aware that a Ruger double action grip frame is wider than Colt and S&W frames, so the copper clips on the adapter have to be spread a bit to fit over it. Im with ya, Ace. The Colt Official Police was a bit pricier circa 1968 $110 blued and slightly heavier because it was built on Colts .41 caliber frame (35 oz. Grips #3549G ($41.50), Screw Kit #7190 ($16.00), Triple K Manufacturing Co. Fits Colt Official Police, Officers Model, Army Special, Trooper, and Python. Add to cart. Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, State Agency: Youre probably not going to enjoy next weeks post, Im going to do a 10 foot, 158 gr shoot-off soon with wadcutters, Hornady std. Skip to main content. Made in various calibers and variations 1927 1969. Im afraid its not worth the hassle of dealing with the PayPal/USPS/Customs Forms interaction for the one or two orders a year that would come from outside the US. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. It printed low at 25 yards and results while certainly service-gun adequate was not match-grade from either gun. I can definitely see that. Im afraid its not worth the hassle of dealing with the PayPal/USPS/Customs Forms interaction for the one or two orders a year that would come from outside the US. I havent found anything else that has the same highly consistent penetration and expansion in a .38 load, which I think is something you really have to pay attention to if youre choosing to carry a .38. Smaller-handed OP Colt shooters often employed a Tyler T-grip adapter for better fit. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Website by Hudson, Model: ARMY SPECIAL, OFFICERS MODEL, OFFICIAL POLICE, PYTHON, TROOPER, There is 1 other variation of this product available, Sideplate Screw, Rear, Blued, New Reproduction, Grip Screw, Blued, New Reproduction (Standard Non-Target Models), Cylinder, .38 Spec, Old Style, Parkerized, Used Factory Original, Cylinder w/ Ratchet, .38 Spec, Old Style, Blued, Used Factory Original, Cylinder, .38 Spec, Stripped, Old Style, Parkerized, Used Factory Original, Cylinder, .32-20, Stripped, Blued, Used Factory Original, Cylinder, .38 Spec, Stripped, Old Style, Blued, Used Factory Original, Hammer, .38 Cal., Stripped, Used Factory Original. Smith & Wesson introduced their first grip adapter for the N-Frame guns around 1932, with a K-Frame version that followed around 1934. This was the design intent of the target stocks popularized by Roper in the 1930s. Particularly when it comes to the .38 snub, you cant just grab any random hollow point load off the shelf at the store and assume its going to do what its supposed to. While in the past payments have been allowed by check or money order mailed to a PO Box, the demands of this business have made It increasingly inconvenient for the sole operator to continue doing that. FITTING IN GENERAL: Remember that these devices are designed to be used with traditional service or Magna grip panels which leave the front strap exposed. Contest open to U.S. residents only. You can check this thread for for the discussion that accompanied the initial testing of the K frame adapters on various guns, and for photos of the fit on various K and N frame guns: http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1980-present/200044-bk-grip-adapters-square-butt-k-frame-prototypers-wanted.html. California Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: This was the fastest rig ever made. in 4). Im in the market for a grip adapter for a rock island m206. From a practical standpoint, I think Id rather have a good set of stocks on my gun than try to augment a poorly-designed set with a grip adapter. Red ($25.00) Magnums were not universally adopted but if they were, many agencies required them to be loaded with .38 Specials as controllability, overpenetration and a shortened service life were all factors to be considered not to mention the PR controversies associated with magnum loadings. No purchase necessary. The Police Positive was extremely popular with police departments wanting a small, light weight revolver. Smith & Wesson developed their own copy of this design in the 1950s, and the collection of companies did a good business selling the adapters even after the improved (but still not great) S&W Magna-style stocks were introduced right before WWII. From what I have seen and read this is one load that reliably expands and penetrates at least 12 out of a snub, even through clothing. Contest void where prohibited by law. Some calibers can expand well and still penetrate deeply, but the .38 Special is not one of them, and if it was, you wouldnt want to shoot it in a snubby anyhow. Dont forget the 148 grain WCs. On the plus side, when I found a better set of grips than what came on the gun, found out the T-Grip also fit the Ruger Security Six just as well, and vastly improved those tiny little slivers of wood they used. Glad youre still getting good mileage out of yours! The second was Winchester-Westerns long-defunct but very interesting pointed 150-grain Hi-Velocity Metal Piercing load. Or maybe Peter Lorre. The 85 does not deliver great follow-up shots when firing the full Critical Defense +p rounds. New York Department of Environmental Conservation, State Agency: The boot grips are my preferred solution for low profile, as RG readers have seen in the photographs that have accompanied my articles. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. The M10s shrouded ejector rod was another plus for an LE sidearm. The other issue is that there isnt a lot of surplus energy to play with. That doesnt mean theyre better than splinter grips with an adapter, it just means they work better for me. Nevada Department of Wildlife, State Agency: Join Date: December 20, 2008 . Rhode Island Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Colts OP (top) is built on the .41 caliber I-Frame. This can happen because of imperfect alignment between the two clips. It has a slightly longer cylinder than the Police Positive and uses more powerful ammunition. The Police Positive Special was the model that Colt would use for all small frame revolvers up until the last of them were discontinued in 1995. Notifications . The Police Positive Special double action revolver was made in various calibers and variations from 1907 until 1973. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Neither sprung fully formed as is. The Official Polices manufacturing run was a lengthy one from 1908 to 1969. Notifications . The hotter loads can be a handful in these guns. The single-piece adapters had little metal tabs that extended on the backside of the adapter. No purchase necessary. Army Green ($25.00), Dimensions / Sizes These adapters were used in conjunction with the existing stocks to change the feel of the gun, and the idea was popular enough that they were made by many companies. Product #: 175700 Part Key: 53. Made in various calibers and variations 1927 - 1969. The influence of Walter Ropers target stock design was strong, and it wasnt long before Colts and Smith & Wesson were making their own target-style handles, circa 1950s. FITTING OTHER MODELS: One customer reports that the K adapter (I think it was) fits at least OK on an old H&R 38 Hammerless model. Might be easier to just buy some other grips from RIA. Colt Woodsman 3rd Series English Walnut Chk w/o Thumbrest Pistol Grips w/Logo. Pretty in Pink ($25.00) For more recent exchange rates, please use the. More Information; Manufacturer: Colt: Model: Police Positive. I amazes me how much grips/stocks can change a handguns character. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Since Dfariswheel said your gun was made in 1922, it will not work. ), PAYMENTS ARE BY PAYPAL ONLY. Original Medallion Gold Cup Light Hardwood Grips, Colt Hard Rubber Grips Colt Police Positive, COLT PYTHON WOOD GRIPS FIT I E FRAME, OFFICIAL POLICE CHECKERED # GOLD MED, COLT PYTHON, OFFICIAL POLICE WOOD GRIPS I E FRAME CHECKERED SILVER MED # RANDOM, COLT GRIPS FOR PYTHON REVOLVER, OFFICIAL POLICE, I E FRAME WOOD NICE GIFT # 5. Dark Brown ($25.00) It began as the Army Special, but was deluxified in 1927 and christened the Official Police. The final three years of its run saw the original format altered to the Mk III line (in essence, a different gun), which never achieved the success or cachet of the original. Another niche where a grip adaptor may be useful is the Werner Carry System. 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Additionally, you can run out of grip frame really quick, and the bottom of your hand can be hanging off the bottom edge of the gun with nothing to hold onto. (X frame shooters well, I assume youre not using Magna grips, so these are not for you.) Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Customers have reported that the J adapter fits properly on Taurus models 605 and 85. BK Grips | 2-Clip Grip Adapters for Revolvers Welcome Grip adapters are made in black and ivory for Colt D/E frames, S&W K/L/N frames, and S&W J frames. I will make more, and will update the web site as soon as something becomes available, but it sometimes takes a day or two to get caught up. But the proposed All are heavy guns but thats what works for me currently with a Taurus 85 with Crimson Trace Grips. This page was last updated: 04-Mar 21:26. In the meantime, thanks in advance for your patience. L frame guns use K frame grips, so they should be taken care of as well. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. These grips also fit the Colt Commando. This dramatically reduces the wobbling that goes on through the trigger stroke. Newer loads like the 135 gr. The Police Positive Special was a Police Positive with a stretched and reinforced frame to accommodate more powerful cartridges, specifically the .32-20 and .38 Special. I try to keep all 6 flavors in stock, but sometimes the customers get ahead of me and buy out one or more. I have the impression that Vaquero grip frames may be different, at least some of them may be, but have no specific information. in 4). Although the OP wasnt as expensive to make as say, a Python, it was still a fairly pricey item. (above, left) Winchester-Western 150-grain Metal Piercing (right) and the original Missouri Deptartment of Conservation, State Agency: I have other information sources I can then use to fill an order, but dont normally look at them unless I know theres an order out there for which I havent got the information in the usual form. Other customers have reported that a J adapter fits the Rossi M68 and M88 models. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Want to see how recoil, point shot from pocket draw, and follow-ups work for another in center-of-mass and one in the hat.. dream revolver still had what looked like ; ^ ). Alaska Department of Fish & Game, State Agency: Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: C $73.55 + C $84.11 shipping. They seem to do a good job of splitting the middle ground and are a solid choice, I think. In my S&W 638, any +P load is too muchI would just carry wadcutters in that gunno expansion but they do cut a full caliber wound channel and definitely penetrate enough. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Vintage Plastic Colt D-Frame Grips For Police Positive Special With Screw Pre-Owned $48.00 Seller: nhbglb (2,022) 100% or Best Offer +$5.50 shipping Sponsored Colt Police Positive .38 Special Thumb Hold Target Grips & Screw RH-H85a Pre-Owned $54.95 Top Rated Plus Buy It Now Seller: gobangpistolparts (54) 100% +$6.10 shipping Free returns Sponsored The prototypers found that it also fit round butt K frames, and both square and round butt N frames. My daily life otherwise does not lend itself to CCW (its open carry on the farm or no guns at my place of employment). Ive recently found myself in need of pocket-carry once/week when I visit a friend in a rough neighborhood. Georgia Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Welcome to Hogue, Inc., home to a proud family tradition of American quality and innovation since 1968. Still, it might be the ideal system for someone else with different circumstances or preferences. $3.22. The small frame revolver was first seen in the Police Positive and Police Positive Special, but then was also extended to the Detective Special, Commando Special, Cobra, Agent, Diamondback, Police Positive MK V, Viper, and Courier. I prefer service stocks with the Tyler T-grip on my carry revolvers because that is how I was taught by instructors at Quantico back in the day. FITTING FOR S&W J FRAMES: There was an early report of poor fitting on an M&P 340 Scandium frame model, but I have not had subsequent reports of problems. Royal Blue ($25.00) They have also been checked and fit properly on a Detective Special with the short grip frame the lower clip engages the frame, and does not interfere with the segments of the grip panels that wrap under the bottom of the frame. I dont use the Werner Carry System but its another tool in the toolbox if I did need it. Designed by RaC Agencia. And although Im a card-carrying Smith guy these days, if I ever saw a nice used Colt Official Police in any barrel length 4, 5 or 6 Id grab it in a heartbeat. Grips #3553G ($41.50), Screw Kit #7194 ($16.00), Colt Authentic Hardware Kit #7811 ($16.00), Triple K Manufacturing Co. COLT POLICE POSITIVE SPECIAL C TYPE GRIPS. Yes, I have both and while they are not primary carry pieces they work fine for garden varmints around the farm. Two customers have reported that a D adapter fits well on theirRugerSecurity/Service Six. These are the standard grips with the stylized "C" around the screw hole.
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