i would expect the grip design would not be a contributing factor
the layout of the grain
the presence or lack of oil soaking
and any previous abuse that might go unnoticed
I would avoid any narrow wrist or smaller frames
I'd have the stock examined and reinforced - a staple added and some bedding
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