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SLIM GRIP SCREWS & BUSHINGS Reviews & Ratings

Replacement package of four, short socket-head screws and bushings for use with Slim Grips. Hex head looks great and prevents ragged looking screws.

SPECS: Steel, blued or electroless nickel plated (NP) to match stainless steel. Screws: .150"-50 tpi. Bushings: .236"-60 tpi.

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

The Slim Grip Screws & Bushings are generally praised for their excellent quality and ease of installation, making them a favorite among 1911 enthusiasts. However, some users reported issues with soft materials leading to stripping, especially the screws. Overall, they offer great value but require careful handling during installation.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

72%

Many reviewers appreciate the solid craftsmanship and materials of the screws and bushings, highlighting their consistent quality across multiple installations. Users feel confident in their reliability for slim grip setups. Overall quality is a strong point, but a subset of users faced issues with softer materials leading to stripping.

Installation Experience

62%

The installation process is often described as straightforward, especially when using the recommended tools. Most users find installation easy, although several mention that care is required to avoid damaging the softer threading. Overall, many successfully installed them without serious issues.

Material Concerns

38%

Some reviews indicate concerns about the materials used, particularly the softness of the screws and bushings leading to stripping when installed or removed. This theme suggests that while the products are effective, the durability might not meet every user's expectations.

Value for Money

50%

Reviewers frequently emphasize good value for the cost, describing these screws and bushings as a worthy investment for anyone looking to enhance their firearms with slim grips. Users feel that the product's affordability is a significant advantage, especially versus competitor items.

Fit and Compatibility

55%

Many users stress the importance of proper fit, especially for slim grips. The theme is clearly reflected in reviews praising compatibility and seamless installation, although some users had to overcome initial product incompatibility with factory parts.

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Expected Better

I purchased these to install on to a Wilson Combat build. Due to poor tolerances using both the screws and bushings, they were difficult to install as a result of poor quality thread forming. Which required chasing the threads to repair them enough for a reasonable install. Also screws and bushings were abnormally soft and resulted in easy marring even with careful tool use.

Could be better, but overall good.

One word came to mind as I was installing the bushings. Flimsy. It is real easy to strip the head, even when using a well-fitting, oversized, hollow ground gunsmithing screwdriver. The threaded bottom end, on the other hand, is perfect. It mated perfectly to the frame with no perceptible gap or play. The grip screws (and the receiving female end in the bushings) are, again, a perfect fit. The only criticism here--and this is a "to each his own" preference--is that I'd prefer slotted screw heads instead of hex. I used these screws/bushings to install a set of slim grips (duh), and there is no play anywhere; the grips are held firmly in place. If you want to see what they look like installed, find my review of the Navidrex Govt/Commander mahogany dbl-dmnd checkered slim grips here on Brownells. I have a couple photos in that one.