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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Rohrbaugh R9 (all variations) => Topic started by: Corvette on August 09, 2009, 02:47:25 PM
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I’ve been in contact with a grip manufacturer who makes beautiful, quality Carbon Fiber grips.
I am sending him a set of R9 grips this coming week for him to use as a “mold”.
He will be able get the R9 CF grips into production soon after.
The grips will be available in either Gloss or Satin.
Only "Black" Carbon Fiber will be available at this time.
Estimated price for a set of R9 CF grips is $75.00
These will NOT have the Rohrbaugh logo.
Here is a sample of his work.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v604/PrivateStock/9uc_cf.jpg)
At this time, I am going to be the sole distributor for the R9 Carbon Fiber grips.
Please let me know if you are interested.
curt.dane@sbcglobal.net
Mods, if this post should be moved, please do so.
Thank you.
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Nice looking grips, cant wait to see the Rohrbaugh models. Will there be different finishes available? (Gloss, Satin) I contacted a carbon fiber mfg. about purchasing some material to make a set of grips with, and they offer a high gloss and a satin finish.
John
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Nice looking grips, cant wait to see the Rohrbaugh models. Will there be different finishes available? (Gloss, Satin) I contacted a carbon fiber mfg. about purchasing some material to make a set of grips with, and they offer a high gloss and a satin finish.
John
Yes, they'll be available in both Gloss and Satin.
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Good looking grips. Keep us posted as to how this venture is coming. Nice work in getting this started.
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Good looking grips. Keep us posted as to how this venture is coming. Nice work in getting this started.
Thank you
Will keep everyone posted.
He does excellent work.
I should have a few sets available within a few weeks.
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Might me afordable, but they are still knockoffs. Nothing tile the real thing!!
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Jimmy_55,
I don't have a dog in this hunt because I own an early production R9S with CF grips (plus a set of the Hogue G-10 grips for everyday use).
The CF grips being offered thru Curt are NOT knockoffs.
Knockoffs are parts which are made to deceive unwary buyers.
Lots of new R9 owners would like to get CF grips, but the factory isn't making any more. Relatively few sets were produced, and the OEM CF grip owners are holding onto theirs.
Sorry for coming down hard on your choice of words, but there's a big difference at stake. You'll find the overwhelming majority of Rohrbaugh forum members are stand-up people.
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Thank you.
The new grips will not be sold or represented as "Rohrbaugh" grips.
They will not have the "Rohrbaugh" logo.
They will be very well made 100% genuine Carbon Fiber grips made to fit a Rohrbaugh R9.
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Just to state the obvious -- the grip fit is critical to proper functioning of the pistol. Not to say it can't be done, but the interior dimensions are very important.
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interested ;D
I realize they aren't the originals but I do like that look...no logos need for me.
fingers crossed
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I'm very interested in these as well, provided the tolerances for the trigger spring and the two locating pins are tight.
I really don't want to revisit the issues I had with the Rohrbaugh aluminum grips with these...
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I'm in. Hopefully the product is the price quoted and with equal tolerances.
Good luck and props to you for delivering a product that is needed.
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Regarding any concerns about maintaining the grip's tight internal tolerances required for proper function of the R9.
I just received an e-mail from the manufacturer where he addressed this concern.
See below:
There seems to be some concern about the interior cutout on the grips and if it will function correctly with the mechanical parts of the gun.
I use a two-piece mold that reproduces the exact interior shape of the originals, so there should be absolutely no issues concerning the mechanics of the gun.
It will only be the outside of the grip that will differ in the fact that it will be smooth and without the logo.
Thanks
If any of you have any questions regarding the CF grips, or you'd like to be added to the list, please E-Mail me at:
curt.dane@sbcglobal.net
Thanks
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Jimmy_55,
I don't have a dog in this hunt because I own an early production R9S with CF grips (plus a set of the Hogue G-10 grips for everyday use).
The CF grips being offered thru Curt are NOT knockoffs.
Knockoffs are parts which are made to deceive unwary buyers.
Lots of new R9 owners would like to get CF grips, but the factory isn't making any more. Relatively few sets were produced, and the OEM CF grip owners are holding onto theirs.
Sorry for coming down hard on your choice of words, but there's a big difference at stake. You'll find the overwhelming majority of Rohrbaugh forum members are stand-up people.
I concur
Well said SSlater, thanks for stepping up and setting the record straight.
And thank you Curt for stepping up and filling a need.
Reinz
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Just sent you an email Curt, count me in.
I now have a pair of Rohrbaugh aluminum grips on my R9s and they have work fine on my gun for over 400 rounds.
I will post them on the forum for sale when I get my gloss CF's.
Thanks for the work on this.
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Just sent you an email Curt, count me in.
I now have a pair of Rohrbaugh aluminum grips on my R9s and they have work fine on my gun for over 400 rounds.
I will post them on the forum for sale when I get my gloss CF's.
Thanks for the work on this.
You're very welcome.
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Is there a thread someone can refer me to that discusses the merits of different grip materials? I have never had CF grips and I am enticed by the mystique that seems to surround them...
Thanks,
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Some people just do not like the G-10 grips, the CFs feel better in your hand and seem to offer a good grip even when your hans are swaety. As for the mystique that is more connected with the Original Rohrbaugh CFs that are very hard to come by and sport the Rohrbaugh logo. The grips being offered are copys and are going to be a cast product were the origginal CFs appear to have been cut from a sheet of carbon fiber and machined to shape. Hope this helps.
John
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Well hopefully Rohrbaugh picks up on this and notices the quality that seems to be represented with this manufacturer. I like the fact that they are molded rather than cut out of a flat sheet. Hopefully you can get the logo put on and also get some needed checkering for an improved grip for daily use and not just looks, then I would gladly make a purchase.
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Has the manufacturer asked Rohrbaugh what would be involved in getting a license to add the logo? Maybe they could be produced for Rohrbaugh and sold through them. That would, of course, add some cost but it would make me feel better about using them.
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Has the manufacturer asked Rohrbaugh what would be involved in getting a license to add the logo? Maybe they could be produced for Rohrbaugh and sold through them. That would, of course, add some cost but it would make me feel better about using them.
Not at this time.
But it's certainly something he might want to consider.
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Of all the carbon fibers I have seen, there has never been a Rohrbaugh logo. The grip holes on most are not perfectly machined, leaving me to think carbon fiber might be difficult to etch into smoothly. If anyone has carbons with logo post a picture.
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Two points:
If machining of CF is tricky, will it be possible to accurately machine the inner surfaces?
What about inserting a Rohrbaugh medallion into a CF grip?
James
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Of all the carbon fibers I have seen, there has never been a Rohrbaugh logo. The grip holes on most are not perfectly machined, leaving me to think carbon fiber might be difficult to etch into smoothly. If anyone has carbons with logo post a picture.
I've had my hands on 6 different sets of orginal Blue's and 2 sets of orginal Black's and all of them had the Rohrbaugh logo on them. My bet is that every set you have seen had the logo and you just did not notice it.
Here is a link with LOTS more logo's to look at! http://www.rohrbaughforum.com/YaBB.cgi?board=R9S;action=display;num=1201968324;start=
(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x275/ccaallaahhaann/threer9s.jpg)
(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x275/ccaallaahhaann/Rohrbaugh%20time%20line/r9r400.jpg)
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As Curt stated the maker of the grips uses a two part mold , one is the front of the grip the other is the back each with the details of that side, so the recess and pin locating holes are molded in and not machined. A medallion a dime one of your teeth most anything that is not too thick could be put into the mold. I'm only saying it can be done not speaking for the maker that he would be willing to do it.
John
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As Cory said, they all have the logo.
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I think he was referring to a medallion like Colt - S&W - Ruger etc.
John
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A nice brass or sterling logo like Colt would be sooooooo cool.
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Ccoorreeyy,
I stand corrected. I even had to pull up my own pics and they are on there, they just don't stand out as much as on the newer plain grips, but they are there. Guess my eyes get lost in the carbon design.
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I think that many would buy the grips without the logo if there was an option. They don't stand out and in the end they are cleaner without the logo and will be cheaper to produce to boot.
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Now for
My son says gloss will be stickier and that the gun may not move around in my hand as much when shooting?
Any advice as I have my name on the list to get a set.
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If you're one of those who e-mailed me after 9pm yesterday (8/11) requesting to be on the list, please e-mail again.
I seem to have had some ATT e-mail issues last evening.
Thank you.
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I just received a message from the builder regarding the "stickiness" of the CF grips.
He pointed out that the "smooth" (gloss) grips actually provide a better grip then the "satin" finished grips.
"It's kind of like the way one's legs stick to vinyl seat covers while wearing shorts. It truly provides a surer grip than a textured surface".
Curt
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I think that the words of our Adminstrator are important. However, if the internal issues as to grip fit are resolved, I say HURRAY!
I think the factory has disserved R9 lovers by withdrawing CF and substituting G10. Just because I have CF grips does not mean this matter is not relevant to me.
Bravo Curt!
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Thanks Curt, I sent you an email under dnpavia@msn.com, I'm the same person, Dean and Dino are one!
Gloss it is.
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Hi folks,
The molds are complete and the first set of CF grips will be done by morning.
As soon as I receive the grips, I'll take a few pictures both on and off my R9 and post them here.
Curt
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I was just sent a photo of the CF grips.
Absolutely stunning, and they haven't even been polished.
I'll post some pictures after their polished.
Should be tomorrow.
Thanks
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You better not be teasing!
That would be just wrong.
Reinz
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You better not be teasing!
That would be just wrong.
Reinz
No sir, not teasing.
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I can hardly wait!
When you get them, before you install the screws please try wiggling them around and let me know if they're tight or if they move at all.
Looking forward to pics!
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... provided the tolerances for the trigger spring and the two locating pins are tight. I really don't want to revisit the issues I had with the Rohrbaugh aluminum grips with these...
Had the same issue with another third party grip that would not hold the spring down. That is CRITICAL.
Could be some value to BULGE them to assist us BIG-HAND goons. I could use all the girth possible, and would consider them over my existing Rohr CF grips if they fit my long hand more gooder...