Half pistol grip stocks (round knob)

[Rick Riddell]

Was curious how many of you guys have a Parker with this style grip? Do you feel based on its shape it changes the dynamics of the more traditional pistol grip stock?

[Dean Romig]

I much prefer the true ball grip more often seen on lifters than any of the round knob or half pistol grips. I believe the true ball grip gives the shooter better control of the gun in almost all handling and shooting situations.





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[Rick Riddell]

I haven’t had the opportunity to handle a ball grip, but do notice a big difference between the half grip and pistol. I wasn’t sure if it’s just me or an actual difference.

[Mills]

I have one hammerless ball grip and several hammer ball grips. I agree with Dean's assessment, although my hammerless ball grip is a good gun

[10 bore]

I have had 2 of them and i think that they feel better than a capped grip stocked guns.
Scott

[charlie cleveland]

never gave it much thought till now....charlie

[Dean Romig]

These ball grips are my favorite style.

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[Dean Romig]

This is a 'half pistol grip' on a very nice CH, or a 'round knob grip' or as usually referred to in the Parker records, a 'pistol grip" as opposed to a 'capped pistol grip.'


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[Double Lab]

I have a couple ball and 1 pistol grip and they are preferred over the standard grip but I still prefer the straight grip over all of the above.

[stumpstalker]

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

This is a 'half pistol grip' on a very nice CH, or a 'round knob grip' or as usually referred to in the Parker records, a 'pistol grip" as opposed to a 'capped pistol grip.'


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OK, “half pistol”, “round knob”, and even “pistol” (in Parker records) all denote the same grip.

Now comes Diggory Hadoke in VINTAGE GUNS, page 71, calling it, “semi-pistol-grip”.

So many synonyms are bound to make for continued confusion.