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June 12, 2026
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I just bought a set of Pachmayr Grippers in the original package. I was wondering if I should change the medallion, what would be the correct one, and how hard would it be.
Andrew
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I replaced a Pachmyer medallion with a Ruger 1911. Might have to Dremel the hole a little bigger. The only DW original medallions on a Gripper I have seen is the one included in International Field Pistol packs.
There is a seller on eBay that makes aftermarket DW medallion Pachmyers and sells them for around $100 . A factory Gripper or Presentation grip sells for around $200.
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March 28, 2023
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I would not recommend it. I tried it and soon found out those grippers are built like a tank inside with steel under the rubber. The medallions are not a perfect fit the Dan Wesson ones are larger so I tried drilling it out and, well, I still have a messed up gripper grip. There is other grips on eBay with the medallion switched out for $99 I would go that route!
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You guys are not going to believe this. I removed Pachmayr medallions with no damage (pictures below). Grab your wife's hair dryer, turn it up high and hot, and hold over medallion for maybe 2 minutes. Take a small screwdriver (seen below) and gently lift up from the side. I did the presentation first and to make sure it wasn't a fluke, I did the gripper. Medallions from Ebay fit perfect. The age-old mystery has been solved I hope it works for all who are interested. (should keep to myself and make some money) You guys have been good to me since I started here. Even Ole Dog correcting me every time (or should I say enlightening me) when I'm wrong. LOL
Andrew
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P.S. the ones on eBay already done are large frame. Believe me I checked most of them.
Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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December 5, 2008
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Good to know. Thanks for sharing.
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I was under the impression that the Factory DW Medallions ware 9/16" and the Pachmayr Medallions are 1/2".
Anyone actually measure both?
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Here's the finished product. Looks like a fit perfect to me. I matched up both medallions, same size. You decide. I'm happy with it. Don't forget to enlarge for a close up.
Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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UPDATE
You are correct Stephen. Not sure when these were made, but they have no post in the back. I have a DWA logo with the post and it is definitely bigger
Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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Update Updated,
2 drill bits is all that's needed. I used a 1/4 bit for the small hole and a 9/16 wood bit for the outer hole. Tell me what you think. Just be careful with the 9/16 not to go too deep. These were a test grip. Also, use Goo Gone or Goof Off to remove any excess super glue. Works great.
Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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March 25, 2013
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I have collected a bunch of DW Presentation and Gripper grips over the years . I won't be buying any more. But good to know they are different sizes.
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Time to make some money Ron. The only grips with DW logo I have ever seen are for large frame. And believe me, I checked almost every one. BTW, nice to know you may have learned something from me Instead of the other around. All because I'm am and have always been obsessed with accessories. FOR EVERYTHING!!!!
Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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Andrew
DW 15-2 VH super pac, 15-2 V super pac, 15-2 pistol pac, 14-2 pistol pac, 22VH pistol pac, W12 pistol pac, 715 VH pistol pac, 715 V pistol pac
Misc 14-2, 15-1, 14-1, W-12
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March 25, 2013
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Yours? Nice. But there are no large frame grippers. They were never made. I have a small frame Gripper with a round hole drilled. And Field Pistol Packs come with a DW Gripper. I will check my DW Presentation grips to see if there are any small frame grips.
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Ole Dog said
Yours? Nice. But there are no large frame grippers. They were never made. I have a small frame Gripper with a round hole drilled. And Field Pistol Packs come with a DW Gripper. I will check my DW Presentation grips to see if there are any small frame grips.
When I first read this, I was thinking "I'm pretty sure I have a large frame one". Turns out, NOPE! They are all small frame grips. Interesting. I have a hunch that maybe that contract may have been a one year only deal, before there was very much demand for the large frame grips? Just a hunch.
BTW, the only large frame Pachmayr grips I recall seeing are Presentation grips, no Grippers. Have you guys seen any large frame Grippers?
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