I picked up a minty S&W Model 17-4 recently and was wondering about the grips. From what I've seen on the web the grips do not appear to be factory or standard.

Removed the screw but the fit is so tight that I was afraid I'd damage them if I tried to force them off, so I couldn't check for markings inside.

Anyone have any idea of who made them and what type of wood used or if they were in fact standard at one time? Gun was made in 1980.

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