Ruger SP101 CCW Grips

The recoil absorption of rubber, with the carry comfort of wood.

$54.99 USD

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Size (Not sure? Please see sizing guide below) Standard Fit Large Fit

Finish Charcoal Cosmetic Blem (10% Discount)

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Product Description

"Zero-compromise" concealed carry grips for the Ruger SP101 revolver. Before, wheelgun folks had to choose between shooting comfort (rubber grips) or carry comfort (wood or G10 grips). Recoil Rider revolver grips provide both, featuring the recoil absorption of rubber grips with the snag-free comfort of wooden grips. Plus, they reduce the weight for easier carry and improve the grip angle of your Ruger SP101 for a more natural point-of-aim. If you're carrying your revolver, these utilitarian grips will provide a superior shooting and CCW experience.

Features

Absorb recoil: Recoil Rider revolver grips cover the SP101 backstrap with a rubbery material that mitigates shock. The hotter the ammo, the greater the reduction in recoil.
Snag-free: Unlike traditional rubber grips, Recoil Rider revolver grips won't snag your clothing or rub against your skin when carrying AIWB or in the pocket.
Natural point-of-aim: Improved grip angle mitigates the SP101 stock grips' "Point-Down" feeling which required bending the wrist at an unnatural angle.
Low-Profile: Conceals similarly to stock grips but provides a three-finger grip with a dedicated spot for your pinky.
Optimized trigger reach: Backstrap thickness provides a more natural and comfortable trigger finger placement.
Lighter weight: Reduce the weight by an entire ounce compared to stock grips, offering the easiest CCW experience available.

Compatibility

Compatible with all Ruger SP101 revolver variants, including the traditional hammered and bobbed hammer versions.
Speedloader Compatible.

Weight Comparison

Ruger SP101 (stock): 25.2 oz
Ruger SP101 (Recoil Rider): 24.2 oz

Sizing Guide

Standard Fit: Optimized for small and medium-sized hands. If your hand is equal or smaller than the measurements above, choose this size.
Large Fit: Optimized for larger hands. If you hand is equal or larger than the measurements above, choose this size. This size offers the most recoil reduction.
Note that the sizes differ in width and backstrap thickness (not length). Consequently, both sizes are recommended for AIWB and pocket-carry. The standard size may have a slight advantage for pocket-carry because the slightly thinner grip could enable an easier draw, depending on your pocket size.

Assembly

If you are having difficulty installing or removing the grip, I recommend heating the grips lightly and evenly with a hair dryer on low heat. This will make them more pliable and easier to install and remove. Do not use excessive or prolonged heat, as this could cause discoloration.

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A concealed carry grip that covers all the bases.

I was surprised to discover the shock absorbing properties of this new Recoil Rider Grip. The material that it is made of is different from any grip I have encountered in the past. It is not sticky at all, absorbs shock like rubber (but much more so) and feels more like a foam. It’s extremely light and the grip actually weighed in at less than an ounce. 23 grams or 8/10’s of an ounce to be exact.
I fired both 38 Special 148 gr Wadcutters and full house 158 gr 357 Magnum JHP Self Defense rounds and was quite impressed by the tamed “felt recoil”. Other highlights of this grip:
• I ordered the Large. (It comes in two sizes) Don’t be misled by the word large, this is a small grip. Basically a “Boot Grip” with a 3 finger purchase.
o I opted for the $10 discount for a cosmetic blem unit but can’t find a blem.
• The entire grip is shock absorbing but especially the entire backstrap.
• It is a precision fit. You slide it on the frame with a bit of force, and it snap fits into place at the end of travel.
• It’s removable, (albeit not too easily) but there is no reason to remove it once installed.
• It increases your reach by approximately ¼” and makes my SP101 3” feel a bit heavier at the muzzle. (A good thing to help counter muzzle rise, but something to be aware of as this may or may not work for you).
• Put your Recoil Rider equipped SP in a quality IWB holster and your SP will disappear under a loose fitting T-shirt.
o You may find yourself checking to see if you forgot to don your firearm.
• If (like me) you’ve tried every grip available for the SP101 and are still searching, I’d recommend you give this Recoil Rider a try.

It be kicking but it ain’t hurting

Second review, finally I took my Ruger sp101 9mm out with the recoil rider large grip and it is painless. The material be used is just perfect for revolver grips. This design is minimalist, yet just as comfy as the hogue mono grip when shooting. It doesn’t reduce recoil obviously, but it gives a comfortable surface area for recoil to spread out, in turn giving no hot spots and a more comfortable shooting experience. I had no trouble with clearance on the cylinder with moon clips. I could easily drop 500 rounds of +p(if I was rich). I only shot 40 rounds of 124 +p, and a box an a half of 115 federal target and half a box of Tula 115 steel case which may be nato spec they kicked more than the federal; about 130 rounds total( would shoot more but ammo is expensive). These grips real improved the ergonomics, I can get slightly higher on the gun, and with a proper revolver grip with my support hand thumb clamped behind the webbing of my shooting hand I can fight the recoil and the recoil can’t hurt me. Great design David, sorry this review to so long to get out.

Happy Customer

I'm basically a S&W revolver guy but I own a 2001. .38 Spl. Ruger SP101 with a 3” barrel. Over the years, I have sought to improve the trigger stroke by using a Wolff nine-pound hammer spring and by centering the trigger, hammer and hammer dog (what S&W calls a double-action sear) with the appropriate shims. Once I got the Recoil Rider grip installed, I could feel an improvement in the ergonomics of the trigger stroke in dry fire. A few days later, I was able to do “fruit salad” comparison in live fire. (To minimize aggravating the arthritis in my wrists, I used a medium-velocity, 148 gr. wadcutter .38 Spl. handload.) The fruits in the salad:

- The apple: Ruger SP101, 3” barrel, 26.0 oz. with large-fit Recoil Rider grip, - The orange: S&W Model 60, 3” full-underlug barrel, 23.0 oz with rigid polymer RevolGrip, unloaded;
- The apricot: S&W Model 640 with the older 1.875” barrel, 21.5 oz. with Hogue Centennial Tamer Grip, unloaded.

Comparing the apple to the orange, the Recoil Rider grip, along with an extra 3 oz., came out ahead for absorbing recoil but, even allowing for the longer, clunkier trigger stroke of the Ruger, I still think that the rigid RevolGrip came out slightly ahead in ergonomics.

Comparing the apple to the apricot was difficult because the much lighter “no-dash” Model 640 had more muzzle flip but I think came out slightly ahead in cushioning.

In summary, I am happy with the Recoil Rider grip and have no hesitancy in recommending it, particularly in light of the two-finger versus three-finger options for guns other than the SP101 and the choice between “standard fit” and “large fit,” the latter being explained with the measurement chart on the website.

A final note: My first Recoil Rider grip for the SP101 did not easily let the internal lugs pop into the hole for the large-diameter pin that Ruger uses with the OEM rubber grips. Being concerned that I might not be able to remove the Recoil Rider grip for maintenance or to reinstall the OEM rubber grip, I used the contact form on the website and, within a few days, received a replacement that installed easily along with a pre-paid envelope to return the first grip.

Great grips! Conceal well and still give a good hand fit

Great grips! Conceal well and still give a good hand fit.

What I was hoping for.

I have been trying to find a good polymer grip for my Sp101. The other rubber and polymer grips I had was too creaky, felt like they were going to crack. This feels solid yet just forgiving. The Goldilocks grips I was looking for.

Great customer service. Answered my questions right away.

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