High Figure Grips; SK Custom Grips; and Esmeralda all come to mind. I love the appearance of the exotics, but VZ Alien texture is hard to beat, for me.
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2) Last one on GB went $2270, asking $2000 (didn't realize that got deleted)
3&4) 1911addicts.com is where I have feedback and have this posted.
5) I don't pay for newspapers, the whole internet thing has negated the need.
Great condition Wilson Combat Spec-ops 9 with original paperwork, bag, and 5 mags (16 rounders). Incredible shooter, just thinning the herd a bit. $2000