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9/4/2016 12:14:03 AM EDT
So I've stippled about a dozen frames so far but I've only gone as far as removing the finger grooves, undercutting the trigger guard, and stippling 360°. My question is if whoever is doing this are you completely removing the factory textures? Specifically the gen 4 are you removing the small squares and then stippling. I've yet to make it completely smooth and then having at it. I'm also going to use a flap disc in the Dremel this time which is a new thing. I'm confident in my ability just want to make sure it's 100% safe.

Also if you have any advice on the bordering I would greatly appreciate it.


Thanks in advance.
EK
9/4/2016 7:59:37 AM EDT
[#1]
I've always removed all,the texture that's there..and make it smooth as possible...
9/4/2016 11:11:14 AM EDT
[#2]
I did some stippling/reshaping on a set of pistol grips and they came out nice. It will probably come out fine when you do it and will save you a ton. Just take your time and don't rush. Just throwing it out there, but another poster showed off his frame completed by Polymer Refined and the texture they put on it,( I think it was a matrix configuration),definitely enhanced the overall appearance and look. It is pricey but if you make any mistakes, there are options. Also, I think the Glockstore sells frames for only $75.00 if you need to replace it.
9/5/2016 4:14:03 PM EDT
[#3]
It wasn't as bad as I thought I was going to be. It actually reduced the size of the grip compared to the other I've done without removing the factory texture. Trying a new texture as well. I call it modified lava rock.
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9/7/2016 10:49:55 AM EDT
[#4]
^^^^ mine looks similar, I removed the texture first too. Next time I do something I'll probably try one of the router setups for my dremel.

I think one of the flat tips from this kit would make bordering easier
9/7/2016 2:11:55 PM EDT
[#5]
Measure everything out and mark it with a pencil lightly just so you can see it.  The finer the pencil, the better.

Use painters tape or masking tape to create any borders/lines you want.

As long as you don't hold down too long, you can go right up to the tape, and even if you miss and go slightly onto the tape, I've never had it go through and scorch an area I didn't want textured.  

I always remove texturing before stippling, otherwise, especially with gen 3's, you can see the raised flats on the sides of the frame.  Gen 3's are also more sensitive on the backstrap and frontstrap too.  The factory checkering is deeper, so you have to effectively grind that down otherwise you get horrendously uneven stippling.  It will work, but it looks like ass.

I know there are plenty examples of better work out there, so I am not saying that you shouldn't take other's advice, etc.  However, this is the method I have used for some time now, and the general consensus from people who have seen it is that they like it.





9/8/2016 1:29:42 AM EDT
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Use painters tape or masking tape to create any borders/lines you want.

As long as you don't hold down too long, you can go right up to the tape, and even if you miss and go slightly onto the tape, I've never had it go through and scorch an area I didn't want textured.  
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I use the same method on mine, 2-3 layers thick of masking tape will keep pretty much anything from burning through it.