Making the FNX-45 More Tacticool!

Published on December 5, 2017
Duration: 8:56

This guide details the process of installing Talon rubberized grip enhancements on an FNX-45 Tactical pistol. The steps involve thorough cleaning, dry fitting, careful application, and crucial heating and 'smushing' to ensure the grip conforms to the firearm's textured polymer for improved handling and aesthetics. The instructor emphasizes the importance of conforming the grip into the deep texture of FN pistols.

Quick Summary

Installing Talon grips on an FNX-45 Tactical involves cleaning the frame, dry fitting, applying the grip without stretching, and crucially, heating and 'smushing' the material into the firearm's deep polymer texture. This process ensures maximum adhesion and a significantly improved, grippier feel.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Introduction: FNX-45 Tactical Grip Upgrade
  2. 00:24Preparation: Disassembly and Cleaning
  3. 01:05Step 1: Dry Fit the Grip
  4. 01:47Step 2: Apply the Grip (Partial Peel)
  5. 02:34Conforming to Backstrap Texture
  6. 03:02Step 3: Apply Remaining Grip and Overlap
  7. 03:36Challenge: FN Texture Deep Dive
  8. 03:42Step 4: Heating the Grip
  9. 03:57Step 5: Smushing and Conforming
  10. 04:50Repeat Heating and Smushing
  11. 05:20Checking Edges and Bubbles
  12. 05:39Feel and Aesthetic Improvement
  13. 06:50Final Heating and Smushing
  14. 07:04Reassembly: Slide Installation
  15. 07:22Final Look and Aesthetic Review
  16. 07:59Conclusion: Talon Grip Installed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key challenges when installing grip enhancements on an FNX-45 Tactical?

The FNX-45 Tactical's grip features deep, square-shaped polymer texturing. This requires careful application and significant heat to ensure the grip material conforms properly into these textures, preventing lifting and ensuring a secure bond.

What is the recommended method for ensuring Talon grips adhere well to a textured firearm like the FNX-45 Tactical?

After initial application, it's crucial to heat the grip material and then firmly 'smush' it into the firearm's texture. Repeating this heating and smushing process, especially on areas like the backstrap and seams, is vital for maximum adhesion.

How do Talon grips change the feel of a pistol?

Talon grips make a pistol feel significantly grippier by adding a rubber texture that adheres better to skin. They also mask the feel of the hard polymer texture, providing a more comfortable and secure hold.

What safety precautions should be taken before installing grips on a firearm?

Before any modification, always ensure the firearm is completely unloaded. Remove the magazine and visually and physically confirm that the chamber is empty to prevent accidental discharge.

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