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Having no different sizes of backstrap inserts and having large hands, I will have to pass on it. When you have a thinner grip with less circumference that uses stack and a half mags like the P365 pistols, it’s hard to make a one size fits all hand sizes and also keep a decent trigger reach. The MACRO legion grip module would probably be the best for me, but currently it is not available by itself, has no manual thumb safety cut and it’s costly. I just ordered an Sig P365 X MACRO OEM grip module that is cut for a manual thumb safety and will be adding a XL aftermarket backstrap to it and it’s complete.

 
Just received my WC X Macro “ Short version “ I LOVE the looks and the feel. Unlike some reports I’ve read I had no issue installing the FCU , It slipped right in. All of my X Macro mags insert and drop free empty or loaded without any issue. I was so excited about this module as I felt it would work with any P 365 slide assembly and it does. My issue is that it doesn’t fit correctly in any holster I’ve tried. It fits X macro holsters but it doesn’t seem to lock in correctly. I’ve tried Tier 1 , Vedder , Upper Hand X Macro holsters. It also won’t fit any P 365 or P 365 XL holster I’ve tried . I ended up going back to a WC XL module.
I don’t think holster compatibility is as clear cut as Wilson has made it out to be. My guess is that the Wilson Macro short follows suit with the full Macro and is a touch thicker than your standard XL grip.

The short grip doesn’t fit in my Kydex holsters but can fit my leather XL holsters but stretches the leather. My concern is that the leather will stretch where the holster won’t be usable with the XL.

The short grip does fit my Macro Kydex and fits nicely in my leather Macro holsters. No wiggle or looseness. I like the short grip concept but can’t help but feel Wilson rushed into this. Which is odd for Wilson, especially with the time they had to work on it. Still like it but it is not without quirks.
 
Discussion starter · #103 ·
@coppertop004 I think you are right on.

Issues such a holster incompatibility, sticking mags, light rail being dissimilar to XL modules (ESPECIALLY since the WC XL module is correct) with no explanation, and a launch which consists of a video showing mostly a guys hands…not good.

These are not yuge problems, but should have been addressed, given how long we’ve been waiting on this item.
 
Discussion starter · #104 · (Edited)

Cliffs:

Reviewer has a 1913 rail version.

0:00 - Intro / blah blah blah
2:50 - Discussion of Factory Macro module
3:48 - Wilson Grip module. Install of Mag Release.
4:10 - Installing FCU in Wilson module
5:25 - Comparing Wilson and Factory modules. Front / Back texturing, Starburst pattern. Magwell. Palm swells for larger hands.
6:45 - MS considerations, DIY notching the grip and Wilson molded indents for MS.
7:47 - Comparing Wilson grip with XL grip
Wrap up and carry considerations.
 
I been waiting for WC to release the macro grip module. I currently have the WC XL grip module. I wanted to purchase the short version for my P365 because I use the 17 round magazines and I wanted the magazines to have a flush fit with the grip module instead of the magazine protruding from the bottom of the grip. After reading the posts from other members I am going to pass on this. The grip module is wider and will not accommodate my current holsters. Hopefully WC will come out with an XL version with the extended grip for the 17 round magazines.
 
I been waiting for WC to release the macro grip module. I currently have the WC XL grip module. I wanted to purchase the short version for my P365 because I use the 17 round magazines and I wanted the magazines to have a flush fit with the grip module instead of the magazine protruding from the bottom of the grip. After reading the posts from other members I am going to pass on this. The grip module is wider and will not accommodate my current holsters. Hopefully WC will come out with an XL version with the extended grip for the 17 round magazines.
Even with the quirks, I'm pleased with the Wilson Macro short grip module. Then again, I have a few Macro holsters that work like a charm, but can see the hesitation if you don't.

I doubt Wilson will come out with an XL module that has an extended grip, which is for all practical purposes a Macro grip. Hopefully, Wilson will see these comments and refine the Macro short grip to where it fits XL holsters and drops mags freely. The feel of the Wilson grip is so much better than what you get out of Sig's grip. The swell in the grip fills your palms up nicely to offer a more positive grip.
 
FedEx delivered my 1913 version of the WC Macro grip module some 15 minutes ago.

I’m please to say that it is everything that I was expecting. Great support hand traction and great overall grip feel.

More importantly, empty and full 17 round mags drop freely without issue. Also, it fits both my AIWB and OWB holsters without any needed adjustments.
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FedEx delivered my 1913 version of the WC Macro grip module some 15 minutes ago.

I’m please to say that it is everything that I was expecting. Great support hand traction and great overall grip feel.

More importantly, empty and full 17 round mags drop freely without issue. Also, it fits both my AIWB and OWB holsters without any needed adjustments.
Congrats!
Doesn't it feel a touch better than the Wilson XL grip module? Seems like the angle of the grip is in a better position.
 
Congrats!
Doesn't it feel a touch better than the Wilson XL grip module? Seems like the angle of the grip is in a better position.
The Macro grip definitely feels much better with respect to the purchase feel versus the XL version. I simply attribute that to the larger grip. Also, for my hands, I much prefer the WC Macro grip over the SIG Macro grip. The WC version is much more robust, which affords a better purchase with my support hand.

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Discussion starter · #110 ·
Good reviews and pictures. Kinda cries out for Sig to make a flush fitting magazine; maybe bring back the 15 rounder in Macro form. That would be cool.

Anyway, my long / 1913 version is supposed to be here today. Looking forward to getting it to the range tomorrow, hopefully.
 
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My grip module (1913 rail/long) showed up today.

A full mag with no mag release fitted drops free. Proceeded to install the Mag release in Wilson, checked mag again. Ok. Mag still drops free. The rear backstrap of the Wilson is “pointier”. The Wilson grip is noticeably “girthier.” I think I like the magwell on my TACOPS Frankengun is better, it is bigger and easier to insert mags with than the Wilson. This kinda makes sense, the dedicated magwell is physically a larger opening and has more graduated sides than the magwell / flare molded into the Wilson grip.

I swapped my FCU into the Wilson; no problem, fit is tight and snug. Tested both 17 and 20 round mags, they drop free. My 20 round mags sit with their basepad 2mm below Wilson grip, i.e. a slight gap. (see pic). Not a yuge deal, just a note. I think the magwell on the TACOPS hides some of this gap.

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Checked test fit in Vedder Light Tuck IWB holster, perfect. Checked test fit in JM Custom Kydex Range/Competition shell, also perfect.

Before I swapped them out, I measured the Grip Circumference. With the Factory Sig Macro Module and M backstrap, I get 173 mm. With the Wilson Combat Grip Module (1913 rail), GC is 171 mm. I recorded 169 mm for the factory grip module with the Small backstrap installed, so at least by the way I size guns the Wilson grip is between the factory Small and factory Medium. As a guess this may not be the grip for folks with big hands, but I dunno.

Plan is to do some dry work with my USPSA rig, including some Burkett Reloads, then get to the range this week for some live fire.

I have a weight kit en route which I may fit to see how it feels; I had one in my XL Wilson grip, and while you could tell the 1.5 ounces were there, it wasn't a huge difference.
 
Discussion starter · #112 · (Edited)
To add:

I did 10 minutes of dry presentations with the Wilson in my JK CK R/C holster on BS PS drop offset holster rig. I'm not sure I'm sold.

I get the gun gets up to the sights ok (I've got irons on the Frankengun, in between optics), but it feels...squirmier, I dunno. It almost feels like the blocker grip of the Sig factory grip anchors in my hand better...not sure. And although there are a lot of pointy bits in the grip surface, there's this almost dawn dish soap feel to the surface. Maybe I should clean it with some alcohol, and apply some grip liquid to my hands before I head to the range.

And I noticed when I bear down on the grip, the bottom edge side of the trigger guard is starting to give me a hot spot on my strong hand middle finger joint. Funny it's in the exact spot I have a callous from shooting my G34. I typically round this off with a Dremel, and I can see doing this on the Wilson module as well.
 
@ Rich . . . Babysitting my 2 year old grandson. So, I won’t be able to hit the range until tomorrow. However, like yourself, I’ve been dry practicing grip and presentation from the holster.

I find that achieving a good master grip is the same. Have not had any issues with the presentation and spotting either the dot or irons.

Having said that, I may stipple the upper section between the slide lock and manual safety for addition traction. I did the same to my OEM Macro grip.
 
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Did some Burkett Reloads...and confirmed my impression of the molded-in magwell. It's not as good as the bigger, more sloped Sig Magazine Funnel that's fitted on the TACOPS (I bought mine from Sig). Reloads are more positive and direct with the Sig factory grip. I find with the Wilson grip I have to be much more precise (read: slower) in orienting the magazine lips up and into the grip.

Mind, this is not a yuge deal; I'm a pretty poor shooter by USPSA standards (high D) and am normally reloading while running in between arrays of targets. But still; not sure I'd buy this for competition style reloads.
 
For what it's worth, reached out to Wilson on the holster compatibility and the magazine issues. Did get a response after about an hour saying the information would be passed on to the design team and we'll see where it goes. Not going to hold my breath but Wilson can't fix things unless they know there's issues.

Still like the Macro short grip module and the quirks aren't at "deal breaker" level for me. I go back to work next week after a long holiday break where the standard P365 was front and center. The Wilson Macro grip module is pleasant on the range and when I get back to work, I'll figure out if it's a pleasure to wear all day.
 
Can anyone tell me how this grip module is for concealed carry. Does the grip end protrude enough to see it. I currently have the WC XL grip module with the 17 round magazine and it conceals well. I heard mixed reviews on the holster fitment. Some say they had issues with fitment and some say they didn't.
 
Can anyone tell me how this grip module is for concealed carry. Does the grip end protrude enough to see it. I currently have the WC XL grip module with the 17 round magazine and it conceals well. I heard mixed reviews on the holster fitment. Some say they had issues with fitment and some say they didn't.
I have experienced no difference in carrying either the Sig Macro grip versus the new WC Macro grip with respect to concealment in AIWB carry.

Was out and about last night to dinner on the Vegas Strip. The WC Macro grip wears and carries the same as its counterpart. Having said that, in warmer weather, I switch over to a 365X with a WC XL grip module.

Holster fitment is the same between the OEM and WC. However, my holster is WML dependent in lieu of rail/trigger guard dependent.
 
Discussion starter · #119 ·
Just returned from the square range after my session with the Wilson Grip.

The positives:

No malfunctions due to the gun (one repeatable FTLB on last round with 20 round magazine #3; this mag is suspect based on previous issues). A run of "The Test" resulted in an passing score of 90-2X, but skewed right with two in the 8 ring and 1 in the 7 ring. I kinda felt the gun was getting away from me (see below).

The negatives:

I can't shake the "dawn soap" feeling. After thinking about it I think its the combination of the phat palm swells and side surface texture. Which is weird, because I also have this feeling like I'm holding a bed of nails. It doesn't feel anchored in my hand.

As well, the first 10 rounds (American Eagle 124) I noticed a red mark on my strong side index finger. The next 10 rounds, it actually developed a red spot. I stopped after 20 rounds. It just... wasn't fun to shoot. At all. Sigh. I mean, it looks good, shape seems ok, takes weights; all these are good things, but shooting...not so much.

Someone elsewhere thought it might compare to a 1911. I had mine with me, so I switched over to my Garrison 5" in .45 ACP. I have thin VZ Operator II grips and a short trigger pad, and am well north of 1,000 rounds. It fits me like a Savile Row suit, so this isn't probably a fair comparison. If Wilson was trying for a 1911 feel with the Macro grip, it isn't, at least to me. To be honest, it feels a lot like my old VP9, with the largest palm swell panels fitted.

I put the factory Sig grip back on after I cleaned it, and it feels SOOO much better. There's no hint of a hot spot at the trigger guard with the factory grip (and I've never even noticed a problem), and the flat sides allow me to position my fingers for a more secure grip. Reloads with the TACOPS mag funnel after much, much faster.

In order for me to shoot this any more, I'd need to file off quite a bit on the trigger guard...which if I decide to sell it, wouldn't be ideal. So I put it back in the shipping bag while I decide what to do with it.
 
Well, just got back from my outdoor shooting club here in the western foothills of Las Vegas. Today, I took my 2 of my EDCs. A comp'd XL with the new WC Macro grip module and a X Macro(comp) with its original OEM X Macro grip module. Prior to today, the X Macro was fitted with a WC XL grip module.

I normally train/practice something very similar to steel challenge. I use 5 - 10" round AR500 plates. Today, I only took 2 plates with me. This would give me a good feel for the new WC Macro grip with a transition thrown in to the mix. I shot 100 rounds of Freedom Munitions 147gr. FMJ through each gun. Per my club's required minimum, both plates were placed at 15 yards. Separation was some 4 steps apart.

I shot doubles at each plate from an AIWB holster concealed under a hoodie. No timer, today. I would rotate guns after each string of fire. Both gun/grip combos shot great. I had not shot the X Macro with its OEM grip for awhile. I think that I will keep the X Macro in its original OEM form, now. In the 200 total rounds, I had 6 make up shots. (I ALWAYS remember my make up shots. Sometimes, you just gotta slow down a bit.) My hope for the WC Macro grip was to be able to keep my dot inside the window during the string of fire, which it did. My support hand never slipped from its purchase. I am super pleased that I did not have to change my grip mechanics. The new WC grip module is a winner for me.

Prior to testing the new WC Macro grip module, I did take a soldering iron to it and stippled it to suit my traction needs. The slide did fail to lock back twice, but that's due to my extremely high and tight grip.

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