Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted May 30, 2011 Saw it fer meownself. Pistol grips dat age, yellow just like ivory. But it all American Holly .....Pure white !!!! Ok, da big question....whar can I git some ? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 6,116 Posted May 30, 2011 Woodcraft is one place http://www.woodcraft...spx?query=holly The finish you use will have an effect on the way it yellows as it ages, as will the amount of exposure to sunlight. In other words, your milage may vary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 2,157 Posted May 30, 2011 That stuff grows like crazy out here, Hawk. But most of it is too small to cut for grips. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 6,116 Posted May 30, 2011 That stuff grows like crazy out here, Hawk. But most of it is too small to cut for grips. That explains the high prices. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 2,157 Posted May 30, 2011 I have two in my yard that have been growning for over twenty years. They are just about right for cutting for grips, BUT, and there is always a but, you have to get through the branches and sharp leaves to cut the trunk down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted May 30, 2011 That explains the high prices. Found a few places out there but the prices are very high indeed. Guess I just stick on my walnut grips. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted May 30, 2011 That explains the high prices. Found a few places out there but the prices are very high indeed. Guess I just stick on my walnut grips. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted May 30, 2011 Dat dreaded double tap done gone and did strike again !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noz 1,650 Posted May 31, 2011 Fingers McGee has at least one pair of guns stocked in holly. Hard put to tell them from ivory. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JD Trampas, SASS # 55781 10 Posted May 31, 2011 Try www.privatescustomgrips.com if you have a ruger, price is $69.50 per set All for now JD Trampas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 6,116 Posted May 31, 2011 Tagua nuts look a lot like ivory when polished. In fact they are referred to as "vegetable ivory" but the very largest are only about 2.3" by 1.5". Most are closer to 1.75" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 1, 2011 Try www.privatescustomgrips.com if you have a ruger, price is $69.50 per set All for now JD Trampas Dat's a fair price....just one hic up..... Don't got no rugers !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Whiskey Business 701 Posted June 1, 2011 Dat's a fair price....just one hic up..... Don't got no rugers !!! That's no excuse. Go out and get some rugers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 1, 2011 That's no excuse. Go out and get some rugers! Now you would throw down dat challage, would'nt ya !!! (Lady Hawk is shakin' her head.....NOOOOOO !!! ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swifty Morgan 0 Posted June 1, 2011 Apache, Ya might try Doc Shapiro, He makes some sweeeeeet grips! And I hear tell he's dome some with that there American Holly afore! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 1, 2011 Apache, Ya might try Doc Shapiro, He makes some sweeeeeet grips! And I hear tell he's dome some with that there American Holly afore! Ya know...I'll just do dat ! Thanks Tanner Hyde !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grizzly Dave 867 Posted June 1, 2011 Hey BMC, if'n you ever have any Holly or other hard wood trees dead on your place and need them taken down, I have a woodworker friend in Seattle who will likely do it for you just for the wood. He sent me a few pieces off a huge maple burl a while back, one of these days I'm gonna make some grips outta that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bama Red 0 Posted June 1, 2011 Apache, Ya might try Doc Shapiro, He makes some sweeeeeet grips! And I hear tell he's dome some with that there American Holly afore! +1 on Doc Shapiro. I've seen pictures of his grips and they are magnificent! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clay Mosby 615 Posted June 1, 2011 Ya might want to check out this guy as well. He's a little pricey, but the work is excellent, and he delivered in the promised 7-8 days on grips of Desert Ironwood for my Ruger Bisleys. Klamath River Woodworks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 2,157 Posted June 1, 2011 +1 on Doc Shapiro. I've seen pictures of his grips and they are magnificent! I have seen Doc's pipes. He is a #1 craftsman. A good burl is a thing of beauty and he makes it a work of art. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Subdeacon Joe 21,009 Posted June 1, 2011 Now you would throw down dat challage, would'nt ya !!! (Lady Hawk is shakin' her head.....NOOOOOO !!! ) You gonna let her push you around like that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 2,157 Posted June 1, 2011 Hey BMC, if'n you ever have any Holly or other hard wood trees dead on your place and need them taken down, I have a woodworker friend in Seattle who will likely do it for you just for the wood. He sent me a few pieces off a huge maple burl a while back, one of these days I'm gonna make some grips outta that. About the only hard wood we got is Alder. When that seasons, it is like ironwood. Subject to cracking though. I do have some vining maple that might be usable. Getting ready to cut this month so let me know how much you want. It will have sap in it so it will need to dry before you do anything crazy with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grizzly Dave 867 Posted June 1, 2011 BMC, shoot me an email and I'll pass it on to Rick. I get emails from cowboy shooters that show their real names and have trouble remembering which is who. He is a master at resawing and stacking and stickering to dry, so no worries there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 2, 2011 Ya might want to check out this guy as well. He's a little pricey, but the work is excellent, and he delivered in the promised 7-8 days on grips of Desert Ironwood for my Ruger Bisleys. Klamath River Woodworks Yup, check wif dem boys in da past.... and dat's a little rich fer my blood. Thanks anyway !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 2, 2011 You gonna let her push you around like that? You bet I am !!! I know what side my bisciut is bettered on !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 2,157 Posted June 2, 2011 BMC, shoot me an email and I'll pass it on to Rick. I get emails from cowboy shooters that show their real names and have trouble remembering which is who. He is a master at resawing and stacking and stickering to dry, so no worries there. I am wondering if vining maple is any good for grips? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quiet jake 0 Posted June 2, 2011 I just cut down some large stems from my holley tree big enough for firewood. I got some stove length pieces nearly 6" in diameter.....if sumbuddy wants some maybe we could figure out a deal.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apache Hawk 60642 0 Posted June 3, 2011 I just cut down some large stems from my holley tree big enough for firewood. I got some stove length pieces nearly 6" in diameter.....if sumbuddy wants some maybe we could figure out a deal.... Send me a PM wif yur ideaer and we'll jaw a spell ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quiet jake 0 Posted June 3, 2011 Send me a PM wif yur ideaer and we'll jaw a spell ! PM to you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
