I have read all about changing the grip frames on the NM Blackhawks. My question is can you you put an XR3-red or a super blackhawk Grip frame on the new flat top 44 specials.
Yes, except for a square trigger guard, it will look like Flatgate's.
You will need a nonlocking mainspring and seat. The ears are the part you have to "play with". I've done two of them and they turned out nice.
Eric