Hi All,
I have a CSMC RBL-20 with a straight grip in English Walnut, which I find to be a really good field gun. (I am not trying to re-kindle any controversy on the RBL-20, I am just saying at its price point, and for me and my use, the RBL-20 is a good gun). My one and only niggle is that the grip area is a little large for my hand. I am thinking that it may not be too dificult to reduce the circumference of the grip with some wood removal, recheckering, and refinishing.
I have heard that various makers have provided straight shotgun grips in various cross-sectional shapes over the years. I am thinking that if I go to the trouble of reducing the circumference of my RBL-20g grip, I should also consider whether to change the cross-sectional shape to something that is perhaps more suitable to me. However, I am quite ignorant of the various cross-sectional shapes that were more commonly available, and the advantages and disadvantage of each shape. I know that since it is wood, it can be changed to any shape that still fits the frame, and I know that it can be changed to anything I want etc., but I would like to know some of the more tried and proven shape options and their advantages and disadvantages.
Can any of our esteemed members educate me on shotgun grip cross-section shapes?
TIA.
--shinbone
