Took My 1911 to the Lumber Yard

[WME]

I have been wanting to make some grips for my 1911 and decided to try it with some scrap oak before I used the expensive stuff. Here are some pix of my first attempt. I actually think they look ok in oak, kind of reminds me something the army might have done. What do you think?

[redstategunnut]

Well done. I like that look.

[Guest flyfishtn]

Very nice.

[Guest PapaB]

Being a woodworker, and a lover of Oak, I can't help but love those grips.

You might also consider Hickory or Pecan for woods that are tougher than nails (literally) and beautiful to boot.

[Motasyco]

Nice job!

[mk19]

I like, something different.

[Guest 308Phantom]

Those look very nice!Cant wait to see the next ones is thats a first try.

[THE COOP]

Hey those look pretty good!!!! COOP

[Guest truthsayer]

Those look fab.. I'd buy them.

[krunchnik]

Looks nice with a very smooth texture,nice.

[Bocephus]

Nice, you may be on to something.

[nightrunner]

those are beautiful!

[VolunteerGuns]

Friggin' sharp. Great job. If that's your trial run, can't wait to see the finishers.

[MikeW]

Very nice

[dispatch 510]

Looks good to me.

[G27]

Nice work!

I'm betting a pair made of bubinga would look gorgeous on that pistol!

[Mr. Brooks]

They look great! I can't wait to see the finished product.

[gregintenn]

That;s different....I like it! Thanks for sharing.