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Tatanka Tom

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Hello all,

 

We’re on the beginner side of CAS. My daughter was gifted 2 revolvers by a very generous lady retiring from the sport. She’s been to 4 matches so far and is in love with all of it.
I want to get new grips for her upcoming 12th birthday but am having a bit of trouble.

The revolvers are American Arms, and from what research I’ve done, they’re no longer in business. They’re “made in Italy” which leads me to believe they’re ultimately Uberti. However, they appear to be an older generation with a thicker front and back strap. 

I’ve tried my best at researching and am coming up short.
I have a Taylors/Uberti 1873 that has the same style grip, but when I tried to put it on her American Arms (just to see if that would be the right type to order) it wouldn’t fit. 
We are both loving the sport and I’m even happier we get to enjoy it together. I’ll be eternally grateful to the woman that gave her the guns and helped her start out, but would really love to let her pick out some grips to add her own personal touch.

Any help, or pointing in the right direction, would be greatly appreciated!IMG_4599.thumb.jpeg.876787b033877cb4cda23561a291523d.jpegIMG_4600.thumb.jpeg.c4a6750f30d552fe155d3499c5bf6964.jpegIMG_8534.thumb.jpeg.dcaf10eda8e89c82298fce982908a6af.jpegIMG_4602.thumb.jpeg.ef4547ac69e6533bf9dc7388f7210240.jpeg

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Those are Navy grips.  Similar size but a different shape than regular SAA or Cattleman-style grips that have a steel grip frame.  So you need to look for Uberti (I think - it should say Uberti somewhere on the gun or maybe a 'U' stamp.  Around 2009 Uberti changed the shape of their Navy grips, so you need older stuff.  Now, no matter what you get you will likely need to do some fitting, a little or a lot.  Or you could get lucky.  I got these grips from Arizona Custom Grips on ebay. 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/264886499476?var=564729994545

They call it Magnatusk, but it's just their version of fake ivory.  They are a little more pricey than some, but they fit well enough that I didn't do any fitting at all.  You will need to tell them that it is for an older gun.  You can also ask for the grips to be made thinner, which I did, and your daughter may like that better, too.  Here's mine:

 

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Tanaka Tom

 

Just based on the shape of the grips as shown in your tin Types, I would be prone to guess what you have were made by Pietta.  The grips appear to be the "Old Style" Pietta with the "Trombone Bell" shape at the bottom.  That style Pietta grip is no longer in production, but there are some folks who still make grips for them.  Take a gander on eBay for Pietta Parts.  Good Luck

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12 hours ago, Abilene, SASS # 27489 said:

Those are Navy grips.  Similar size but a different shape than regular SAA or Cattleman-style grips that have a steel grip frame.  So you need to look for Uberti (I think - it should say Uberti somewhere on the gun or maybe a 'U' stamp.  Around 2009 Uberti changed the shape of their Navy grips, so you need older stuff.  Now, no matter what you get you will likely need to do some fitting, a little or a lot.  Or you could get lucky.  I got these grips from Arizona Custom Grips on ebay. 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/264886499476?var=564729994545

They call it Magnatusk, but it's just their version of fake ivory.  They are a little more pricey than some, but they fit well enough that I didn't do any fitting at all.  You will need to tell them that it is for an older gun.  You can also ask for the grips to be made thinner, which I did, and your daughter may like that better, too.  Here's mine:

 

Brace Type II small.jpg

Now ,I like those grips and the total package.

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5 hours ago, Colorado Coffinmaker said:

 

Tanaka Tom

 

Just based on the shape of the grips as shown in your tin Types, I would be prone to guess what you have were made by Pietta.  The grips appear to be the "Old Style" Pietta with the "Trombone Bell" shape at the bottom.  That style Pietta grip is no longer in production, but there are some folks who still make grips for them.  Take a gander on eBay for Pietta Parts.  Good Luck

I was thinking American Arms predates Pietta making cartridge guns. There should be some sort of marking. 

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Try Texasgrips.com

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I have a couple grips from Buffalo Brothers and love them  They are great to deal with and offer the option of sending them a grip tracing so they can make sure the grips you want will fit.  Both of mine were just slightly oversize which was perfect for sanding them down for a prefect fit

 

http://buffalobrothers.net/epages/6e0660d3-c48c-462c-bcf4-e93d79a29461.sf/en_US/?ObjectID=99656&ViewAction=ViewFaceted&FacetValue_CategoryID=99656

 

 

 

 

 

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Thank you to all that replied!

I definitely have some starting points to work from.

 

I did consider refinishing them but really want to let my daughter choose her own color/style/engraving…but if all else fails that is a solid backup plan.

 

I’ve had nothing but positive experiences since getting involved in CAS, you lads and ladies are a true credit to the sport.

 

Thank you!

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