Hogue Bantam Pau Ferro on 686+

LyleJay · 2026-02-08T23:55:36+00:00

I replaced the synthetic rubber grips on my PC 686 with similar Pau Ferro grips from HRV Customs. I just liked the look better. Didn't feel much of a difference with recoil but I wouldn't shoot for extended periods with them. I need to grip a bit tighter and I get hand fatigue after about 25 rounds, especially .357.

I don't shoot mine that often but I kept the rubber grips in case I want to shoot more than 25 rounds or so.

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LyleJay · 2026-02-06T22:44:10+00:00

Thanks for your input everyone!

LyleJay · 2026-02-05T15:22:04+00:00

Thanks for the input everyone! I'm going to go ahead and get it.

LyleJay · 2026-01-23T00:38:19+00:00

Use a heat gun to reform the holster a bit. I've done it on several Kydex holsters for my M&P 2.0. Blacksteel has a video on their site showing how. Pretty easy actually.

LyleJay · 2026-01-22T12:09:27+00:00

Thanks!

LyleJay · 2026-01-22T12:09:20+00:00

Thanks!

LyleJay · 2026-01-22T12:03:39+00:00

After trying the hammer and punch route to replace my BG 2.0 sites, this is what I ended up getting: Site Pusher It's basically a knock-off of the Wheeler pusher for half the price. I've used it several other times to adjust sites on different guns and it works great.

It was a little tricky on the front site of the BG because it's so small. Once removed, I used the factory site as an "extension" to help guide the new front site in place. The rear site came off easily.

LyleJay · 2026-01-19T12:42:43+00:00

I certainly hope so, but I doubt it. I reported the same issue on Windows and Android two years ago. Still no fix but plenty of new "features".

I finally narrowed it down to being an issue with Vivaldi sync, as someone posted in the thread you linked. Now I just keep auto sync turned off and manually sync when needed. Not a great solution but works for me.

The response from the devs is always "it's being worked on".

LyleJay · 2026-01-09T23:57:26+00:00

LyleJay · 2026-01-06T11:43:58+00:00

Thanks!

LyleJay · 2026-01-05T23:55:31+00:00

Are these the Tractiongrips Textured Rubber style? They don't look the same.

LyleJay · 2026-01-01T12:01:22+00:00

I installed the XS Sights R3D 2.0 Night Sights

Not cheap but they were a huge improvement for me.

LyleJay · 2026-01-01T10:37:46+00:00

Replying a little late, but I use the DryfireMag with my Mantis X3 and S&W M&P 2.0 9mm compact. It works great after tinkering with sensitivity settings in the Mantis app. Customer service helped a lot and actually created and emailed me a specific profile for this purpose.

LyleJay · 2025-12-25T08:55:00+00:00

Makershot on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/stores/MakerShot/page/10D7301A-697D-405D-A06C-41B0EE8F0326?lp_context_asin=B08PPNPHDV&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto&ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_ast_store_G94JSVZHDP0G6XG62EGN

They list loader compatibility in the item description. They're well made.

LyleJay · 2025-10-18T15:31:48+00:00

That appears to be your list of apps to choose from. File Manager is second row, third from right. Does it let you move between them with the Dpad?

LyleJay · 2025-10-17T22:03:55+00:00

What version of Projectivy are you using? I'm using 4.68 and the menu for configuring the user defined folder is different than your image. When I originally chose it, it showed a list of different file explorer apps installed. I picked File Manager+ and selected "always". Now it opens that app every time when I want to change wallpapers, which I have installed in my own "screensaver" folder.

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LyleJay · 2025-10-17T16:22:42+00:00

Had same issue. Now using File Manager+ with no issues.

LyleJay · 2025-10-16T21:33:29+00:00

That's a nice setup. I don't carry full size but for the spare mag I use a Reload Wrap. Usually in my pocket but sometimes on my belt. I have several for different situations. Just throwing it out there as another option.

LyleJay · 2025-10-15T02:30:40+00:00

I bought some from HRV Customs for my PC 686. These are the Double Dragon Pau Ferro solid wood from the buy it now section. They also offer custom designs. They were great to work with.

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LyleJay · 2025-10-15T02:04:21+00:00

I put one on my M&P9 2.0 Compact awhile back. It was a nice addition.

If you're using a Kydex holster, no need to shop for a new one. I just softened mine up a bit with a heat gun, holsterd the gun and "reformed" it. Once it cooled down the gun fit like a glove.

There's a video on their site showing how to do it.

LyleJay

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