{"id":212465,"date":"2025-01-30T00:41:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T06:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=212465"},"modified":"2026-01-27T10:03:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T16:03:39","slug":"shock-absorbing-pistol-grips-from-kiraldefense-shot-show-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/shock-absorbing-pistol-grips-from-kiraldefense-shot-show-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Shock-Absorbing Pistol Grips from KiralDefense — SHOT Show 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

NoiseFighters is creating KiralDefense and is splitting into two distinct divisions, marking an exciting evolution for the company. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neil, founder of NoiseFighters, shared this news during SHOT Show\u2019s opening day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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KiralDefense unveiled several new products, including shock-absorbing backstraps and competition-oriented grip modifications for a variety of popular pistols. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

NoiseFighters will continue focusing on hearing protection and night vision components, while a newly established division, KiralDefense, will take charge of innovative firearms accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Products Debuted at SHOT Show<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

KiralDefense unveiled several new products, including shock-absorbing backstraps and competition-oriented grip modifications for Glock pistols, the Walther PDP<\/a>, and the SIG P365XMACRO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These products aim to reduce recoil, improve grip<\/a> angles, and enhance overall handling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shock-Absorbing Backstraps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The shock-absorbing backstraps, priced at $39.99, offer a two-piece construction that includes a rubber insert to minimize felt recoil and grip tape for enhanced control. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neil emphasized the ergonomic improvements these backstraps provide, particularly by reducing wrist rotation by 10 degrees, which aligns the firearm\u2019s grip angle more closely with that of a 1911<\/a> pistol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first 1,000 orders, KiralDefense plans to include grip tape, catering to competition shooters. Law enforcement testers have reported faster sight acquisition and better tracking under recoil when using these backstraps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New KiralDefense shock-absorbing backstrap. Will you be a buyer at $40?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brass Grip Sleeves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A standout innovation is the brass grip sleeve for the SIG P365XMACRO. Weighing over 13 ounces, it transforms the pistol\u2019s grip into something reminiscent of a double-stack 1911. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The brass sleeve features thumb ledges to replicate 1911-style safeties and comes with pre-applied grip tape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neil explained that the sleeve attaches easily by sliding over the existing grip module and pinning in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13oz KiralDefense brass grip sleeve. Pretty nifty! <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When paired with a ported and compensated slide from Fdez Werx, the brass grip sleeve delivers exceptional performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Neil, testing shows reduced felt recoil and muzzle rise that rivals high-end models like the Staccato XC and Laugo Arms Alien Creator<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe proof is in the pudding,\u201d Neil said, noting that reviewer feedback will soon validate these claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fdez Werx ported and compensated slide that could be available as a complete package.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Modular Kits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The brass grip sleeve will be sold as part of two modular kits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n