Joseph von Benedikt - September 24, 2010

Hogue Extreme Grips

By Joseph von Benedikt

Available for most semiauto pistols, these grips are machined from 6061 T6 aluminum, titanium or old world Damascus steel. They're carefully engineered and sized for correct fit. Anodized aluminum colors: clear, black, red, blue and green. Titanium and Damascus steel are polished. Hybrid models are available with an exotic hardwood insert. Price varies.

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