Cocobolo 1911 Grips

Today's Featured 1911 Grips come from the old school line. Hardwood 1911 grips are extremely old school but extremeley cool and one of the absolutely most beautiful hardwood 1911 grips are those known as Cocobolo 1911 grips.

What is Cocobolo

If you aren't familiar with what Cocobolo is then you probably aren't alone but I am almost sure that you have admired a pair of these grips on a 1911 or similar handgun in the past. You probably mistook the wood for something else. Cocobolo is a very rich hardwood from the jungles of South America and it's known for it's beauty and durability.

Cocobolo is an offshoot of the Rosewood line, of which you may be more familiar. Like the Rosewoods, Cocobolo emits an aroma similar to that of a rose when it is first cut and sometimes even after harvesting it will retain a mild yet pleasant odor. As I said before, Cocobolo is usually a rich orange in color that often drifts more towards red. It will often develop some unique and interesting color patterns after being cut, with streaks of black and dark browns appearing throughout. Most 1911 grip afficionados would agree that the grain patters are very attractive which accounts for it's widespread popularity.

Cocobolo wood is in high demand for gun or knife handles when both aesthetic appearance and great durability are important. Cocobolo trees are an endangered species worldwide and most examples that you will find for 1911 grips will have come from tree farms. Even though cocobolo is being grown in tree farms, it is still in very high demand and prices remain high.

If you are a hardwood 1911 grip fan then check out these Cocobolo 1911 grips today.  They are beautiful, durable and reasonably priced considering what you are getting in return.

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