S&W J-Frame Boot Grips
S&W J-Frame Boot Grips
The recoil absorption of rubber, with the carry comfort of wood.
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Product Description
For the ultra-minimalist revolver user who conceal-carries in the pocket: Ultra-concealable boot grips for the Smith & Wesson J-Frame line, optimized for pocket-carry. Recoil Rider grips are the the lightest boot grips available for the J-Frame, plus they absorb recoil with a slim profile and a snag-free draw. They also improve the grip angle of your S&W J-Frame for a more natural point-of-aim. If you're carrying your revolver the pocket, these boot grips will provide a superior shooting and CCW experience.
What is the difference between the CCW Grip and the Boot Grip?
Features
- Absorb recoil: Recoil Rider revolver grips cover the 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 when pocket-carrying.
- Natural point-of-aim: Improved grip angle mitigates the J-Frame's "Point-Down" feeling which required bending the wrist at an unnatural angle.
- Low-Profile: The slimmest and lightest boot grips ever made.
- Optimized trigger reach: Backstrap thickness provides a more natural and comfortable trigger finger placement.
- Lighter weight: Reduce the weight by over an ounce compared to traditional grips, offering the most lightweight boot grips ever made.
Compatibility
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Boot Grips for J-Frame: Fully Compatible with all internal-hammer S&W J-Frame models including the Ultimate Carry (UC), 642, 442, 632, and 432 Airweights, 340, 342, 640, 940, 40, 42, and 43.
- DAO Only: Compatible with all shrouded hammer S&W J-Frame Humpback models including the S&W 638, 38, 49, 649, and 438 in double action, but not single action.
- Speedloader Clearance: Tested compatible with the HKS 36A Speedloader.
Weight Comparison
- S&W 642/442 Airweight (stock): 15 oz
- S&W 642/442 Airweight (Recoil Rider): 13.7 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. This size offers the easiest draw for pocket carry due to the narrower width.
- 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 due to the wider and thicker backstrap.
- Note that the sizes differ in width and backstrap thickness (not length).
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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Great grips help mange recoil as advertised definitely gives you a grip angle closer to a auto loader
The Recoil Rider grips are a very good fit for a 442 pocket carry. The lightest grip I have. I didn't think much of the way they are installed until I got them and installed them on a 442. Kudos David, they fit better than a glove and absorb shock very well. Do not hesitate to purchase these grips. You will thoroughly enjoy them!
These grips are fantastic. If you're thinking about buying them, just do it. They are an all-around upgrade from the rubber boot grips S&W provided from the factory on my Ultimate Carry J Frame.
The grip angle feels much more natural to me than the factory grips, as a person coming from shooting semi-autos almost exclusively.
The slight overhang on the trigger guard and increased length of pull eliminated the annoying trigger bite that I was getting with the factory grips.
The texture is smoother than the factory grips so they hang up less in my pockets or under a shirt, but still provide a positive grip on the gun.
Made my already super light 340 pd almost an ounce lighter! I also had a tendency to point high that the grips seemed to cure. I was a little skeptical about them being 3d printed until I got them. I'm still too much of a wuss for 357 out of this gun. Oh well, i bought it to be a really light 38 that i can make my buddies try 357 for laughs. They're an amazing upgrade overall. Great company!
Have become my favorite boot grip! Fills your hand and conceals easily.