Hi, purchased a Colt 1911 .45 for my better half who's birthday is at the end of the month. Was looking into customizing it for him, it's his 45th birthday... Do I go with custom grips with his birthdate engraved, if so, what are the best kind to get? I had a gentleman at a local gunshop tell me to engrave the slide with the birthdate... I know this is going to be sentimental to him regardless. Just unsure of which way to go. Purchased the Colt Gold Cup Lite in stainless for reference. TIA!

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James G. · Answer

Hi Christina and welcome. As far as grips, VZ Grips will have a large selection : https://vzgrips.com/shop-all/semi-auto-pistols/1911/full-size-1911-grips/ -------------- I personally would get the slide engraved as it should last many lifetimes and can be passed down from generation to generation. Engraved in metal as opposed to wood or plastic. Cheers and stay safe!

Jimmy A G. · Answer

Christina,  I have always had good luck with Wicked Grips - https://wickedgrips.com/gun-grips/1911-grips/ .  They usually take 6-8 weeks to complete custom orders, I think you mentioned you wanted something before the end of the month.  They do quality work!  Thanks.

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