![]() The easy way to tell if you have Standard or Slim Grips on your 1911īesides measuring is to compare the height of the grips to the height of the plunger tube between the slide release and thumb safety on the left side of the gun. ![]() Nearly all Para C6 guns and most Springfield EMP guns come from the factory with Slim grips with some exceptions, however, we build grips in either thickness for these guns. We use the convention of listing grips as Standard or Slim based on the above thicknesses for all the 1911 style grips we sell. Our Slim Thickness grips measure about 0.165". ![]() Our Standard Thickness grips measure about 0.260". Select no if your 1911 only has the safety lever on the left side. Works with most models, Required for “Swenson” style safety where the lever goes under the right grip. ![]() If the center to center distance is approximately 2 3/8" you have a sub-compact like the Para Ordnance C6. If the center to center distance is approximately 2 5/8" you have a Compact or Officers Model Size 1911. If the center to center distance is approximately 3 1/16" you have a Government Model or Full Size 1911. The easiest way to determine the size of your 1911 frame is to measure the center to center distance of the grip screws. However, some pistols have options that require slight changes to the grips for a proper fit. Our standard grips will work without modification on most full size 1911's. How to Select the Right 1911 style Grips:
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