who makes grips similar to fuzzy farrant

kpp80202 · 06-04-2003, 11:54 AM

I haven't, and wonder if they are aftermarket, or a Colt option.

kpp80202 · 06-04-2003, 11:59 AM

Well, I can't post the image, so I'll ask it this way--were thumbrest style grips ever offered on an Officer's Model Target .22? All I've seen up until now are the standard (thin) service stocks like S&W's pre-magna's and the Python-style walnut target stocks. Can anyone help me?

dfariswheel · 06-04-2003, 03:31 PM

In so far as I know, (note the qualifier) Colt never sold true target-type grips with thumb rests with their revolvers.

The Post 1952-53 Colt revolvers had one of the 5 variations of Colt "target" grips. All of these were versions of the grips made famous by the Python.

Before the 50's, all Colt's, including the Officer's Models had the same narrow grips as the old Official Police.

It's POSSIBLE somebody had these factory fitted by the Custom Shop, but only a letter from Colt would tell for sure.

In practice, it's very unlikely these are a factory item.

kpp80202 · 06-05-2003, 10:39 AM

You are the best.

Austin Behlert · 06-11-2003, 09:14 AM

There were at least 5 or 6 grip makers around in those days who made thumb rest grips There were quite a number of grip makers making thumb rest grips the. Fitz, Herrett , Joe Rivers, Fuzzy Farrant

06-04-2003, 11:54 AM	#1
kpp80202 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 17	Anyone seen grips like this on an Off. Mod. Target .22? I haven't, and wonder if they are aftermarket, or a Colt option.

06-04-2003, 11:59 AM	#2
kpp80202 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 17	Hmmm... Well, I can't post the image, so I'll ask it this way--were thumbrest style grips ever offered on an Officer's Model Target .22? All I've seen up until now are the standard (thin) service stocks like S&W's pre-magna's and the Python-style walnut target stocks. Can anyone help me?

06-05-2003, 10:39 AM	#4
kpp80202 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 17	Thanks! You are the best.

06-11-2003, 09:14 AM	#5
Austin Behlert Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Pipersville PA Posts: 446	OM grips There were at least 5 or 6 grip makers around in those days who made thumb rest grips There were quite a number of grip makers making thumb rest grips the. Fitz, Herrett , Joe Rivers, Fuzzy Farrant

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

06-04-2003, 03:31 PM	#3
dfariswheel Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Posts: 1,424	In so far as I know, (note the qualifier) Colt never sold true target-type grips with thumb rests with their revolvers. The Post 1952-53 Colt revolvers had one of the 5 variations of Colt "target" grips. All of these were versions of the grips made famous by the Python. Before the 50's, all Colt's, including the Officer's Models had the same narrow grips as the old Official Police. It's POSSIBLE somebody had these factory fitted by the Custom Shop, but only a letter from Colt would tell for sure. In practice, it's very unlikely these are a factory item.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
WTS/WTT S&W Model 41 w/extra barrel & target grips	George M.	Classifieds	8	06-20-2012 09:04 PM
25-2 Target	josey wells	Pistolsmiths	0	05-12-2003 08:23 AM
Target adj sights	JBA	IDPA	3	05-02-2002 04:07 AM
Kimber stainless target vs. Springfield target	deere	Kimber Pistols	2	02-16-2002 10:44 PM
Baer grips or Ahrend grips?	Capt.Drydock	M1911 Pistols	1	01-16-2002 01:02 PM