Services

Gun Stippling

Custom hand and laser stippling for a better grip.

Custom hand stippling and laser stippling that adds texture exactly where you want it, for a firmer, more confident grip.

What is stippling?

Stippling is the process of burning small dots, or another pattern, into polymer handgun frames, grips, fore-ends, rail panels and even magazines such as PMAGs. The burn leaves a raised, textured surface that improves your ability to grip the firearm.

Hand stippling is traditionally done with a soldering iron, a tool made for joining electrical components that stipplers adapted in a technique similar to pyrography. The purpose is function, a better grip, but done well it is also a form of art.

If you do not have a steady hand, are not artistic, or would simply rather not risk a polymer frame, we recommend using our services. Have a specific pattern in mind? Send us a message. We have completed many jobs built around a customer’s own pattern or texture.

Hand-stippled Glock with a custom flag pattern

Hand stippling

Sapper Tactical Creations packages

Not all custom work is done in house. We partner with Sapper Tactical Creations, so you can drop your firearm off with us rather than mailing it out to multiple shops.

Tier 1$300

Recessed or embossed borders, choice of texture, and multiple frame modifications.

Tier 2$250

Recessed or embossed borders, choice of texture, and one modification: undercuts, thumb ledge, mag scallop (Gen 3) or hybrid finger groove (Gen 3/4).

Tier 3$200

Recessed or embossed borders and an EDC texture, aggressive or light, suited to IWB carry.

Laser stippling

Laser stippling

Laser stippling is also available through Firing Squad Firearms. We also offer laser stippling in house; see Laser Engraving for pricing.