Yes, I have 1 set of Wolly Mammoth Ivory that cost about $450, but I have 7 sets of Ivory grips on my 1911’s. I have 1 set that is ivory checkered as well but someone thought they were plastic.
I bought my ivories close to 20 years ago. They were mint. So…they looked like fake plastic. Over time they darkened and yellowed up, and even random people complimented them. Marky
A Glock will break before ivory breaks...I have a pair that's 43 years old and whoever thinks ivory is fragile is an idiot and don't need a gun....just my 2 $😁
This was something I can understand from a musician perspective I sincerely prefer real ivory on piano keys I can practice / perform for hours without issue. If in the future you could compare ivory to other grips like bone or antler it would be greatly appreciated.
I find your comment very intriguing. What discomfort does ivory mitigate for you over the long term? Is it vibration? friction on the skin? Sincerely, -Marky
@@John1911 I’m by no means a materials expert but I assume it has to do with the actual fact that ivory is slightly porous, plastic piano keys tend if your hand sweats will cause your fingers to slide. Another contributing factor I believe from the musician stand point is the actual usage of ivory instead of a solid piano key. Ivory keys are made primary from wood with only ivory (usually cut into 3 total sections and lined up flawlessly sometimes less.) with the ivory as a playing top. Vs some plastic keys are solid all the way through. i think it’s this construction that helps fatigue in the hand when playing for a longer period of time. The above mentioned key construction should also improve tonal quality but that is beside the point.
I carried Ivory grips on at work gun for about 12 years. Every day. Every night. Good weather and bad. I learned some surprises that go against conventional wisdom. If you have ever carried Ivory grips, feel free to leave a comment below. And tell me your story. Marky
That is one way to explain/not explain, what you have been doing in your professional work life! Ivory will be changed over time by moisture, and oils from your body. On the topic of them being overly fragile... How many elephants do you see with broken and chipped up tusk? Ivory is pretty darn stout... even upside someone's head. Munro
Yes, I have 1 set of Wolly Mammoth Ivory that cost about $450, but I have 7 sets of Ivory grips on my 1911’s. I have 1 set that is ivory checkered as well but someone thought they were plastic.
I bought my ivories close to 20 years ago. They were mint. So…they looked like fake plastic. Over time they darkened and yellowed up, and even random people complimented them.
Marky
That is no clear coat. It is the nature of ivory to not be slippery when wet.
Yes. But...this definitely has a clear coat on the outter facing side. The underside is raw.
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Marky
A Glock will break before ivory breaks...I have a pair that's 43 years old and whoever thinks ivory is fragile is an idiot and don't need a gun....just my 2 $😁
I like your style, Good Sir! 👊
Marky
This was something I can understand from a musician perspective I sincerely prefer real ivory on piano keys I can practice / perform for hours without issue. If in the future you could compare ivory to other grips like bone or antler it would be greatly appreciated.
I find your comment very intriguing. What discomfort does ivory mitigate for you over the long term? Is it vibration? friction on the skin?
Sincerely,
-Marky
@@John1911 I’m by no means a materials expert but I assume it has to do with the actual fact that ivory is slightly porous, plastic piano keys tend if your hand sweats will cause your fingers to slide. Another contributing factor I believe from the musician stand point is the actual usage of ivory instead of a solid piano key. Ivory keys are made primary from wood with only ivory (usually cut into 3 total sections and lined up flawlessly sometimes less.) with the ivory as a playing top. Vs some plastic keys are solid all the way through. i think it’s this construction that helps fatigue in the hand when playing for a longer period of time. The above mentioned key construction should also improve tonal quality but that is beside the point.
Interesting.
Ivory aka tusks are made for fighting and clashing among elephants.They are not gonna break
I can confirm with all the fighting and banging around I did with my old work gun, Ivory is quite durable!!
-Marky
I carried Ivory grips on at work gun for about 12 years. Every day. Every night. Good weather and bad.
I learned some surprises that go against conventional wisdom.
If you have ever carried Ivory grips, feel free to leave a comment below. And tell me your story.
Marky
That is one way to explain/not explain, what you have been doing in your professional work life! Ivory will be changed over time by moisture, and oils from your body. On the topic of them being overly fragile... How many elephants do you see with broken and chipped up tusk? Ivory is pretty darn stout... even upside someone's head.
Munro
Brennen Munro professional dirt-bag. Nothing more. I never hit anyone who didn't hit me first.
Marky
Not ivory... polished bone. Sorry.
Nope. It’s ivory.