Browning Sold Uncle Mikes Grips

[ToddSig]

As a collector of Hi Power grips I am always looking for new finds.  I came across a set of Browning new/old stock grips on eBay, in original sealed packaging.  In looking at the package they looked like Uncle Mikes, and also stated on the back of package having steel inserts. I sliced one of the grips out of the packaging hoping they were marked Browning, but  sure enough they were marked Uncle Mikes for the Hi Pwr.

 

[abninftr]

That isn't a surprise. Browning doesn't actually manufacture anything. For instance, their Citori shotguns are, or were, made by Miroku.

[Bob Reed]

Excellent Find, Todd.

Man, this has been Your Week for sure - I'm glad for ya, pal.

[ToddSig]

Thanks Bob, I agree a good week, and now I can just enjoy, smile and be happy with the robe and tie I get for Christmas.

Dec 19, 2017 0:34:46 GMT -5 abninftr said:

That isn't a surprise. Browning doesn't actually manufacture anything. For instance, their Citori shotguns are, or were, made by Miroku.

Abninftr, I agree, but was thinking from a marketing perspective, the grips at the least would have the Browning name on more than just the packaging.

[jaypee]

Hey Todd, when you find any rhyme or reason to the way Browning markets its products, would you be sure to let the rest of us know?

JayPee