Description
The Taurus Tracker and Judge come with decent factory grips, but if you want something that really makes a difference in how your revolver feels and handles, the Hogue Monogrip is a straightforward upgrade. This is a one-piece rubber grip designed to replace your stock grips and install using your existing frame screw. Installation takes just a couple minutes with no modifications to your revolver.
What Makes This Hogue Grip Different
Hogue uses their OverMolding process to bond soft rubber to a rigid inner insert, creating a grip that won't delaminate or separate over time. The rubber material itself is nothing like cheap plastic grips. It's soft enough to absorb recoil but firm enough to feel durable and secure. The texture resists oils and solvents, so it holds up through regular use without getting tacky or breaking down. The grip also features proportioned finger grooves and Hogue's Cobblestone pattern texture, which work together to keep your hand positioned consistently for better pointing and target acquisition.
How It Handles Recoil and Comfort
Where this grip really shines is in actual shooting. The design places your hand lower on the backstrap, which significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise, especially noticeable with magnum loads in the Tracker or .410 shells in the Judge. The ambidextrous palm swells and finger grooves mean your hand seats the same way every time, eliminating the twisting and shifting that happens with ribbed factory grips. If you've got larger hands or have experienced discomfort with the factory setup, the Hogue tends to position your fingers further from the trigger guard, which solves the knuckle impact problem that some owners report with stock grips.
Speedloader Compatibility and Daily Use
The monogrip is fully relieved for speedloaders, so you won't have compatibility issues at the range or in the field. It holds securely in wet, cold, or sweaty hands because the Cobblestone texture provides genuine grip, not just visual texture. Unlike the ribbed factory grips that can feel slippery when damp or wear smooth after time, this rubber maintains its surface properties year after year.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hogue, Inc.
- Part Number: 73000
- UPC: 743108730003
- Grip Type: Monogrip – One-piece rubber replacement
- Construction Method: OverMolded soft rubber over rigid inner insert
- Color: Black
- Surface Texture: Cobblestone pattern – non-slip
- Finger Grooves: Yes – proportioned for consistent hand placement
- Palm Configuration: Ambidextrous palm swells
- Installation: Uses existing Tracker/Judge frame screw, no modifications needed
- Speedloader Compatible: Yes – fully relieved for speedloaders
- Fits Models: Taurus Tracker and Judge Models 17, 44, 405, 415, 425, 445, 450, 455, 606, 617, 627, 692, 817, 970, 971, 990, 991, 992, 4510
- Does Not Fit: Raging Judge, Raging Bull, Public Defender models, or small/large/extra large frames
- Length: 8.15 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.25 lbs
What’s Included
- Hogue OverMolded Rubber Monogrip in black
- Grip mounting screw
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Monogrip work with my Taurus model?
The Hogue 73000 fits standard Tracker and Judge models including the 17, 44, 405, 415, 425, 445, 450, 455, 606, 617, 627, 692, 817, 970, 971, 990, 991, 992, and 4510. It will not fit Raging Judge, Raging Bull, Public Defender models, or compact/extra-large frame variants. Check your model number against the compatibility list to confirm, or reach out to us with your specific model if you're unsure.
How do I install the Hogue Monogrip on my Tracker or Judge?
Installation is straightforward and takes about two minutes. Simply remove your factory grips, slide the Hogue Monogrip onto the grip frame, and secure it with the included mounting screw. Your original frame screw will work perfectly. No gunsmithing or modifications to your revolver are required.
Does the rubber grip really reduce recoil feel?
Yes. Hogue's soft rubber material absorbs impact better than plastic or the ribbed factory grips, and the grip's design positions your hand lower on the backstrap, which further reduces muzzle rise and felt recoil. The combination is noticeable, especially when shooting magnum loads or .410 shells in the Judge.
Will the Cobblestone texture fade or become slippery over time?
The Cobblestone texture is molded into the rubber itself, not applied as a surface coating, so it won't wear smooth. Hogue's rubber material is also resistant to oils, solvents, and moisture, so the grip maintains its non-slip properties through seasons of use and maintains its performance in wet or sweaty conditions.





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