Hand polished to a non-slippery sheen Excellent for competition and concealed carry use At Hogue all work is done in house by expert craftsmen Hogue Fancy hardwood grips are in a class of their own, and are acclaimed by many as the finest handgun stocks available. We guarantee that the finest workmanship and materials go into every pair. Not only are these grips attractive but true to Hogue form they are extremely functional. All Hogue hardwood grips are precision inlet on modern Computerized machinery (CNC) then hand finished on actual factory frames, assuring a proper fit. Finally, the finish is hand polished to a non-slippery sheen using natural carnauba wax which will not crack and peel like cheap sprayed on finishes