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February 28, 2009
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Well, I waited for a couple of months after my consultation with LB. This is not a complaint. He is very busy both with the career that feeds the bulldog and grip-making. I expected to wait a while for these. I'm in no rush; I'm not critically ill or anything like that, and I'm more than happy to wait for top quality, craftsman made artistry.
The project was; matching grips for my two 715's. The wood I chose was Cocobolo. The style I chose was LB Special. The pic is below. If there is anyone who doesn't think these are stunning; we have a big difference of opinion.
And now, with no more ado, the pic:
I hope you all like them. I love them.
Now on to the next grip project. I'm going to need a matching pair for my 722's. Then all of my twin sets will have matching grips.
Gotta consult with LB again. I hope he can fit me in.
-Mike
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March 2, 2008
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Absolutely Stunning. The Special is a great grip, and the cocobolo is perfect on a stainless gun.
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
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January 17, 2015
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Those are great looking grips. I just received an email the other day that I should contact him again in a few months, as he is quite busy. I'm patient, I know it will be worth the wait.
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February 22, 2009
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Technically, the glass is always full; half liquid, half air....
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April 18, 2014
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Oh my... spectacular.....
LB, you da man..
Mike, 
They look so awesome brother.
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Those look Mahvalous !!
December 19, 2014
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dang... no, double dang... those are sweet.
My wife wants to know the story about the whole cloth quilt.
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December 4, 2011
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OH YEA! Those are beautiful! I need to get on the waiting list. I've got a few guns that need new shoes like that.
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July 2, 2011
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Trust me, his work is worth the wait!
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middlecalf said
My wife wants to know the story about the whole cloth quilt.
I'm sorry to disappoint your wife, but it's just a pillow sham my wife purchased at TJ Max a couple of months ago.
-Mike
December 19, 2014
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LOL Mike, she's embarrassed now! But I told her the guns were real.
Looks like I'm washing the dishes tonight - doh!
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middlecalf said
LOL Mike, she's embarrassed now! But I told her the guns were real.Looks like I'm washing the dishes tonight - doh!
Too late for now, but next time around, you guys need to emphasize the "classic, hand embroidered pistol rug" aspect of this picture, and "Oh yeah, the guns are nice too"
I'm just sayin'
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Steve CT said
middlecalf said
LOL Mike, she's embarrassed now! But I told her the guns were real.Looks like I'm washing the dishes tonight - doh!
Too late for now, but next time around, you guys need to emphasize the "classic, hand embroidered pistol rug" aspect of this picture, and "Oh yeah, the guns are nice too"
I'm just sayin'
Sounds like you are speaking from personal experience......
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January 28, 2015
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I see a lot of good words said about LB, but he is terribly backlogged with no end in sight.
Are there other stocksmiths that do similar work?
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March 2, 2008
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sashav133 said
I see a lot of good words said about LB, but he is terribly backlogged with no end in sight.Are there other stocksmiths that do similar work?
Lawrence Bruce makes DW revolver grips as a labor of love, the folks who want an LB grip learn to wait for the time to be right. He works more than full time in emergency services, and steals time from family, shooting, reloading, etc. to make grips for us. You can certainly contact him to go on a "wait list".
One alternative is Hogue. They make beautiful grips, my understanding is that you can buy something already made and in stock, if it is in stock, or wait. I really like the laminate they do on the bottom of the grip.
Also, check eBay or Gun Broker, grips are often for sale there.
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
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April 18, 2014
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Well worth the wait for LB...
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February 20, 2008
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March 27, 2009
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Well worth the wait an artist can never be hurried! The 715's now are perfect (at least from my way of seeing them!)
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July 9, 2013
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I contacted LB to get on his wait list. He will absolutely get back with you. We discussed the grips I wanted before committing to a style and they came out beautiful. You will be glad you waited if you choose to do so.
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