Aftermarket grips for the P226 give you texture that holds your hand consistently under recoil, geometry adjusted to your palm, and thumb shelf options that are particularly relevant for lateral control during the double-action to single-action transition. The P226 has a metal frame with grips held by two screws -- a traditional format that supports a wide aftermarket. On a DA/SA gun, consistent hand position between draws is the prerequisite for consistent trigger use across both the DA first shot and SA follow-ups.
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