People Happy EntrepreNewYear: Wicked Grips David Reeder January 26, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. Although Wicked Grips (@wicked_grips) builds, well, wicked grips, it was their custom 1911 spring plugs that first caught my attention, so I started poking around their website and social media. As it turns out, they've been around for about a dozen years. Honestly I can't believe I haven't seen them before, their work is superb. The company is run by entrepreneurs Ed and Lisa Strange. They build grips and custom accessories for all sorts of pistols — and not just Wilson, Caspian, Nighthawk, Remington, Springfield, Rock Island, Kimbers and other 1911s. They also build for Beretta 92 series pistols, Sigs, Para Ordnance, Ruger revolvers, even Desert Eagles. Strange (who has twice won the “President's Award” from the American Pistolsmiths Guild) works with all manner of rare wood, metals and other materials to create what is effectively gun art; think anything from Damascus steel or mastodon tusk to gemstones, Macassar ebony to cocobolo wood and box elder burl wood. If you're not looking for anything that high brow, you might take a look at their aluminum grip inserts. Those are Type 2 anodized with Wicked Grips art, meaning they shouldn't fade or scratch even when exposed to chemicals typically used to clean your guns. We’re starting 2016 out right — I'm showcasing worthy small American businesses all through the month of January. Capitalism is part of the foundation upon which our great republic stands, and small business is a vital part of that. Join us in recognizing and acknowledging that truth and supporting craftsmen and small businesses. Happy EntrepreNewYear! Note: the engraved recoil spring plus come in both government and commander length. Strange advises the latter will fit in both the full size 5 in. government model and 4 in. commander length guns. Watch the video below for some more information. Meantime, check out some of Wicked Grips' actual grip work. There's plenty more to be seen on their website, Facebook page or Instagram feed (@wicked_grips). Check 'em out. Now check out this video from last year's SHOT Show. Read more about Wicked Grips on 248 Shooter. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
