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Vintage Browning Hi Power Redback Checkered Walnut Grips

These Vintage Browning Hi Power Redback Checkered Walnut Grips are factory original, new old stock grips designed to elevate both the form and function of your Hi Power pistol. Featuring crisp factory checkering and crafted from rich, dark walnut, these grips include the distinctive red-backed interior once common on commercial Browning Hi Powers. The checkering offers enhanced grip texture, while the classic contour preserves the timeless feel of the original design. Perfect for collectors, restorers, or shooters wanting to retain factory authenticity with rare period-correct components.

The red backing, visible on the interior surface, was not merely cosmetic—it acted as a moisture barrier. Applied as a protective sealant, it helped preserve the walnut under high-humidity conditions, especially during decades of global commercial distribution.

*Grips comes from a Browning factory employee and have not been used or installed*

SPECIFICATIONS

• MAKE: Browning
• MODEL: Hi Power
• MATERIAL: Redback Checkered Walnut
• New Old Stock

Additional Information:

The red backing on these vintage grips is the result of a sealant used by Browning as a protective barrier against moisture. This practice dates back to the 1950s and was commonly seen on commercial Hi Powers through the late 1980s or early 1990s. Though the reddish color was not an aesthetic choice, it became a hallmark of original factory grips from that era. For enthusiasts looking to restore a Hi Power to period-correct condition, or simply seeking rare factory-correct parts, these grips offer both historical value and functional quality. Their presence in unused condition is increasingly uncommon today.

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