Old World craftsmanship in modern designs.  The exotic woods of the world, brought to you in style! 

GRIPS THAT ACTUALLY FIT YOUR WEAPON.  WHO KNEW IT WAS SUCH A NOVEL IDEA?  SHOOTERS HAVE HAD TO "SETTLE" FOR WHAT WAS AVAILABLE FOR TOO LONG.  WELCOME TO SARGE'S GRIPS WHERE FIT IS RIGHT AND CARRY IS COMFORTABLE! 

Please read the return policy outlined below the "What's on the horizon" section.

Now you can sign on for email notification of member only sales!  Just go to the store homepage
( http://shop.thefinergrain.com/main.sc ) and you'll find a link in the welcome message that will put you in the right place to sign up.  I don't send a lot of emails, so no worries about being constantly bothered.  I only send emails when there's something worth saying that you'll want to know.

What's on the horizon? (02SEP10)
Two more pistol stands and three new pens added tonight.
The genuine Rattlesnake grips were ready early and are on the site NOW!  They're very cool!  I have come up with a great system for attaching the skin to the grips that will ensure years of worry free use.  Also added tonight is a set of textured Moradillo grips.  I've been getting requests for more grip sets that are stippled already, so I will start putting those up from time to time.  I now also have two "standard" stipple patterns for you to choose from if you wish to add the stippling to an existing set - the angled tactical pattern and now the cool ans shapely shadow pattern.  You can see pics of this on the site.
Also confirmed that the new Dan Wesson Guardian has the same frame dimensions as the DW VBOB.  I have adapted that category to list them as such.  The VBOB and Guardian frames are slightly narrower from front to back than the CBOB or Kobra Carry frames are, so VBOB grips can be used on the CBOB and Kobra Carry with some frame flat showing in the back of the grips, but regular bobtail grips CANNOT be used on the VBOB or Guardian.  Doing so will result in the grips extending over the frame in the back which is not only uncomfortable, but will also put undue pressure on the grips in the act of shooting.  Repeated recoil being directly applied to the grip panels not the frame, can/will result in the grips breaking.  If you want full thickness VBOB or Guardian grips, just contact me with a special order and we'll get that done for you.
I'm meeting with experts in the field that will allow me to add patterns, designs, and just plain texture (past the stippling that I currently do) to my grips.  I'm excited about this possibility!  Not only will you be able to get grips that fit, shortly you can also have the texture that many of you crave.  From checkering to designs cut into the wood, to a custom engraving, hopefully all will be possible in the semi near future.  I'm working on it!
Be sure to check out the options category if you're interested in things like ambi safety cuts, adding stippling etc.  Don't forget to check out Sarge's Special Forces - In this category you will find the creme de la creme of all on the site.  If a particular piece of wood goes above and beyond and really sticks out for some reason, it will be found here.  Mammoth tooth grips, special projects etc - if you're interested in these type things, this category will be the first stop for you.  I will fill it in with items as they get done. 
Thank you all for your business.  I appreciate the fact that there are choices out there in grips, and the fact that you come here means much to me.  I will continue to work to earn your business, trust and friendship.    
Always new and cool stuff in the shop and coming to the site!  Beauty abounds, and every set just gets better and better.  Thanks for being here, and enjoy the pics and the beauty of it all!  Remember that the grip price shown includes domestic priority shipping, and the pics shown are the ACTUAL set of grips you're buying. 
Keep those emails coming with suggestions, ideas and comments!  (elitewood@hotmail.com, or through the "contact us" part of the store).  Thank you for your business, I truly appreciate it!
Sarge

REMEMBER:  If you don't see what you want, just ask.  About 75% of what I do is special order anyway.  

RETURN POLICY - I like my customers to be happy with what I do and will try to ensure that you are happy at every turn.  If something needs to be returned, here are the guidelines:
Manufacturing problem - Return for full refund or store credit, your choice.  This does NOT mean you can return grips after 4 months because you ran over them with your car.  ;)  This means you can return your grips if there is indeed a problem with the way they were made, or if they don't fit etc.  After 10 days in your possession, all sales are considered final.
Custom orders - Custom orders may be returned for store credit in the amount of 50% of the original quoted price minus any prior shipping charges.  This will apply IF the grips can be used or sold in the future.  If they are for an obscure weapon or are one of a kind with very limited sales potential, then I will handle that on a case by case basis.  Of course if what I send you is not what you ordered, then a full refund will be issued.  This mainly applies to people who just change their minds for some reason. 
Standard site products - Return of standard "on site" products will qualify for store credit minus 25% of the purchase price unless prior arrangements for something else are made between the customer and myself.  Of course, returns will need to be in unused condition and will be inspected for that upon arrival back to me.  Any planned refund my be partially or fully forfeited if the grips are returned damaged or showing signs of use.
People who have purchased from me know that I am a common sense type of guy and want them to be happy long term.  I have found however that I need to have a policy in place to deal with a very few people who use the site as a form of a "grip of the week club".  I apologize for any inconvenience that this presents.  Bottom line is, if you have a problem with a set of grips that I made, contact me first and we'll get the problem resolved.   
 
The best price on the net for the best .45 grips on the net.  Period.  Tell your friends about what you find here, and again, don't be shy about special orders.  Prices shown for grip sets INCLUDE shipping, so the price you see is what you pay.  I dislike stores that charge me exorbitant $$$for shipping and handling on the backside of a transaction, so I don't do it to you.  If there is shipping (this applies to the few boxes shown) how much the shipping will add will be plainly stated in the description.  Thanks for being here, I appreciate it and hope you enjoy the beauty of what's in the store today.
Sarge

I'm getting in new woods all the time, but have to be patient and let them dry properly before putting my anxious paws on them.  Thanks for being here!  Always new stuff being added, so visit back often!


Another question answered:  The pictures of the grips and the description are for THAT UNIQUE set of grips - the set you see in the picture is the actual set that will end up in your cart when you buy them.  There are multiples for some woods, but they all have their own pics and descriptions.  I figured this way you can pick the exact set you like and buy with confidence.  Shipping is included in the grip prices shown.  

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Thanks for coming to the site!  I appreciate all of my customers and have gotten to know a few of them to boot.  I'm glad you're here!
Sarge