Description
Rossi's small frame revolvers are dependable little wheelguns, but plenty of folks find the factory wood grips a touch too slim and a bit slick under recoil. Pachmayr's Compac grip fixes that. It's molded from a specially formulated black rubber compound with a checkered surface that locks into your palm, giving you a secure, non-slip hold that tames felt recoil without turning your carry gun into a handful.
What the Pachmayr Compac Grip Does for Your Rossi
The whole point of this grip is control without the extra bulk. Pachmayr kept the profile trim so your revolver stays easy to conceal and carry, which is exactly why plainclothes officers have leaned on the Compac line for years. The checkered rubber soaks up more of the sting from stouter loads, and if your wife or a smaller-handed shooter has struggled to hang onto the gun during .38 Special or +P practice, this grip tends to make a real difference at the range.
A Better Fit for Smaller Hands
This is a downsized version of the standard Compac, and that matters. The shape has been slimmed down and paired with an open back-strap, so shooters with shorter fingers can get a proper reach to the trigger instead of stretching for it. Better trigger reach means a cleaner press, and a cleaner press means better hits. It fits Rossi small frame revolvers across the common calibers, and owners of older models like the 68 and 88 often find it's one of the few quality grip upgrades still made for those guns.
Installation and Fit
Swapping it on is straightforward and usually comes down to removing the grip pin at the bottom of the frame. Made in the USA, the Compac is a one-piece design that wraps the frame for a solid, rattle-free feel. It runs a little larger than the original wood grips, which is part of why it handles recoil better and feels more planted in the hand.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Pachmayr
- Model: Compact (Compac)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 03147
- UPC: 034337031475
- Product Type: Pistol Grip
- Material: Rubber
- Color: Black
- Finish: Checkered
- Back-Strap: Open
- Firearm Fit: Rossi Small Frame Revolvers
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
- Shipping Weight: 0.32 lbs
What’s Included
- One Pachmayr Compac grip for Rossi small frame revolvers
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Rossi revolvers does the Pachmayr Compac grip fit?
It's designed for Rossi small frame revolvers and fits across the common calibers those guns are chambered in, including .22, .32, and .38 Special. Owners of older models like the Rossi 68 and 88 report it fitting well, which is handy since quality grips for those vintage guns can be tough to track down. If you're unsure about your exact model, check the frame size against the small frame designation before ordering.
Is the Compac grip hard to install on a Rossi?
Not at all. In most cases you just remove the grip pin at the bottom of the frame, slide the old grip off, and fit the new one in place. It's a one-piece design that wraps around the frame, so once it's on it sits solid with no rattle.
Will this grip help with recoil on my Rossi .38?
Yes, that's one of its strong points. The formulated rubber compound and checkered texture absorb more of the felt recoil than slim factory wood grips, which makes a noticeable difference with .38 Special and +P loads. Shooters often find the gun more comfortable and easier to hang onto during a range session.
Does the Compac grip make the Rossi harder to conceal?
Pachmayr built this grip specifically to keep things concealable. It runs a bit larger than the factory wood grips for better control, but the profile stays trim and the back-strap is open, so it won't print like a full-size target grip. That balance of grip and concealability is why the Compac line has long been popular for carry.





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