I like Alum grips. The rubber grips are perfect for grip, but "print" when I carry. (I'm fat) I don't think Alum grips are for everyone, several shooters prefer the CZ wood grips. Thinner and flatter than the rubber, not as thin as Alum. I like PCR and PO-1 for carry, so Alum work for me. I'd try somebody else's before you spend the money if you can.