Tisas Regent BR9 Grip Buying Guide: Wood Grips for the Modern Hi-Power Clone

The Tisas Regent BR9 is one of the most talked-about pistols of the last few years — a faithful reproduction of the Browning Hi-Power P35 at a price point that's made the platform accessible to a whole new generation of shooters. It shoots like a Hi-Power, feels like a Hi-Power, and takes the same grip panels as a Hi-Power. Which means it also benefits from the same wooden grip upgrades.

This guide covers everything you need to know about fitting wooden grips to your Tisas Regent BR9.

Is the Tisas Regent BR9 Compatible with Browning Hi-Power Grips?

Yes — the Tisas Regent BR9 uses the same P35 grip frame as the original Browning Hi-Power. TK Grips panels designed for the Browning Hi-Power fit the Regent BR9 directly, with no modification required.

The same panels also fit other current-production Hi-Power clones built on the P35 frame:

  • Springfield Armory SA-35
  • Girsan MC P35
  • FEG P9
  • Browning Hi-Power Mk I, Mk II, Mk III (original)

If you own any of these pistols, the same grip selection applies.

Fitment Details: What to Know Before You Order

The P35 grip frame has a few specific characteristics that affect grip panel selection:

Tang Profile

The original Hi-Power design has a short tang that can cause hammer bite on some shooters — the hammer pinches the web of the hand during recoil. TK Grips offers two tang options to address this:

  • Extended Tang (Beavertail): Adds material behind the grip to protect the web of the hand from hammer bite. Recommended for shooters who experience this issue or who grip the pistol high.
  • Half Tang Cut: A more streamlined profile that provides some additional coverage without the full beavertail extension. A good middle ground for shooters who want a cleaner look.

The Tisas Regent BR9 is compatible with both tang options.

Ambidextrous Safety Clearance

Most TK Grips Hi-Power panels are relieved for ambidextrous safety levers. The Regent BR9 ships with an ambidextrous safety, so this clearance is important — confirm the panel you're ordering includes ambi safety relief before purchasing.

Single Grip Screw Per Side

Like the original Hi-Power, the Regent BR9 uses one grip screw per panel. The screw is positioned near the center of the grip frame. All TK Grips Hi-Power panels are machined to this specification.

Wood Options for the Tisas Regent BR9

Premium Walnut

The most historically appropriate choice for a Hi-Power platform pistol. The original Browning Hi-Power shipped with walnut grips, and Premium Walnut on a Regent BR9 honors that heritage while giving the pistol a warmth and character the factory plastic can't match. Our Full Checkered Light Walnut and Full Checkered Dark Walnut designs are the most direct nods to the original — clean, functional, and exactly right on a pistol with this lineage.

Redwood

Redwood's reddish-amber tone creates a striking contrast on the Regent BR9's matte finish and a warm complement on any two-tone configuration. The Grand Classic Red Inside design showcases Redwood at its most dramatic — a bold choice for a pistol that already turns heads.

Root Walnut

For collectors and enthusiasts who want something genuinely unique, Root Walnut delivers. The swirling, unpredictable grain patterns make every set one-of-a-kind — fitting for a pistol that's already a modern take on a classic design.

Blackwood

Blackwood on a Regent BR9 creates a purposeful, tactical aesthetic. The near-black tone pairs well with the pistol's standard matte finish, giving it a monochromatic look that's clean and intentional without being flashy.

Design Highlights for the Regent BR9

  • Full Checkered Light / Dark Walnut — period-correct checkering, the most historically faithful option
  • USA Edition — American flag motif, a popular choice for the Regent BR9's American market
  • Eagle Head Engraving — bold eagle motif, pairs well with the pistol's classic lines
  • FishScale Texture — excellent grip, modern aesthetic, works on any finish
  • Tactical Cut / Dark Tactical Cut — aggressive texture for carry and duty use
  • Half Tang Cut — for shooters who want a cleaner profile without the full beavertail

Installation

  1. Unload and clear the pistol.
  2. Remove the single grip screw on each side with a flat-head screwdriver.
  3. Lift the factory grip panels off the frame.
  4. Set the new wooden panels in place, aligning the screw hole with the frame bushing.
  5. Hand-tighten the screw, then snug firmly. Do not overtighten — wood can crack around the screw hole under excessive torque.
  6. Check that the panels sit flush with no wobble or gap. Verify that the safety lever operates freely without binding against the panel.

Shop Tisas Regent BR9 Grips

All TK Grips panels for the Tisas Regent BR9 and Hi-Power platform are CNC machined for a zero-tolerance, drop-in fit. Browse the full selection at Tisas Grips.

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