Grip • Control • Craftsmanship
Checkering – Wood & Metal
Precision checkering is more than just a decorative touch—it enhances grip, control, and the overall appearance of your firearm.
Professional Checkering Services
Whether you’re restoring a classic hunting rifle, upgrading a custom build, or repairing worn checkering, Salty Dog Gunsmithing provides professional wood and metal checkering services tailored to your firearm and shooting style.
Wood Stock Checkering
Hand-cut checkering adds both beauty and functionality to wood stocks by creating a secure, non-slip gripping surface. We offer:
New Hand-Cut Checkering
On uncheckered stocks
Re-Cutting and Restoration
Of worn, damaged, or flattened checkering patterns
Pattern Refinement and Cleanup
For improved appearance and consistency
Custom Designs
Custom borders, layouts, and traditional checkering styles
Wood Stock Checkering
Hand-cut checkering adds both beauty and functionality to wood stocks by creating a secure, non-slip gripping surface.
Beauty and Function
Whether you’re restoring a family heirloom or building a custom sporting rifle, expertly cut checkering can dramatically improve both handling and aesthetics.
Metal Checkering
For firearms requiring enhanced grip surfaces on metal components, we offer both hand-cut and machine-cut metal checkering services. Common applications include:
Pistol Front Straps
Enhanced grip on pistol front straps
Mainspring Housings
Hand-cut or machine-cut checkering
Trigger Guards & Bolt Handles
Functional texture on suitable components
Custom Grip Surfaces
Other custom grip surfaces
Multiple LPI Options Available
We offer a variety of Lines Per Inch (LPI) patterns to suit different applications, preferences, and firearm styles. From coarse patterns designed for maximum grip to fine traditional patterns found on premium sporting firearms, we’ll help you select the right checkering for your needs.
Checkering Craftsmanship
Examples of layout, hand-cut patterns, custom grips, carved details, and finished checkering on customer firearms.
Clean, Professional Results
Properly executed metal checkering provides improved control while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
Restore Function. Enhance Appearance.
Whether you’re looking to restore worn checkering, add custom patterns to a new stock, or improve the handling characteristics of your firearm, our checkering services combine traditional craftsmanship with attention to detail to deliver results that look great and perform even better.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact Salty Dog Gunsmithing today to discuss your wood or metal checkering project and receive a personalized consultation.