I’ve shot my P365 a lot…like a ton. I’ve had it since 2018, and I’ve taken classes and shot a couple of comps with it. I train with it often and dry fire it all the time. While I’ve made changes, the grip module is still stock. You can literally see where parts of me have ingrained into the grip texture. The bottom of the grip module has developed a crack and the grip texture has lots of stickiness; so it was time to replace it. Ultimately, I ended up grabbing a Wilson Combat WCP365 frame module as the ultimate replacement.
Why the Wilson Combat grip module? I didn’t need anything super fancy and, honestly, the price looked pretty good. A factory Sig P365 grip module is around $40 plus shipping. The Wilsom Combat WCP365 frame module was $45 and I got free shipping on it. Plus, it seemed to be chock full of features, and I admittedly really like the grip texture’s look. Call me silly, but the sunburst grip texture looks fantastic over the dim glowing screen of my laptop.
I wasn’t expecting a revolution or massive change with the WCP365, but I was genuinely surprised by the quality and improvement the grip module made to my daily carry gun. It bears mentioning I purchased the standard P365 grip module but use the XL slide. Wilson Combat makes a grip module for the standard and XL variants with, or without, the safety. In an additional convenient feature, the grip module also comes with the magazine release.
What makes the Wilson Combat WCP365 grip module different?
While the Wilson Combat WCP365 seems to be just a new grip module, there is a little more to it than that. While not obvious, the WCP365 institutes a more aggressive rear overhang at the back of the grip. This extends over your hand and helps your hand butt up and against the grip. It encourages a nice high grip, which helps reduce recoil and increase control of the firearm during follow-up shots. If you’ve seen the XMACRO frame, it’s the same style of overhang.
The trigger guard also features a more aggressive undercut. Your fingers can get higher and your hand is more comfy when shoved against that trigger guard. I find it to be much more comfortable than the standard grip frame, which was already pretty dang comfy.
Another neat feature is the ability to add a tungsten weight kit to the WCP365 grip module. Wilson Combat introduced this with their P320 grip module, and, conveniently, the same kit that fits into the P320 grip module fits the P365 grip module. The tungsten kit adds 1.5 ounces to the gun and increases weight, which decreases recoil.
Obviously, we get the great texture of the Wilson Combat Starburst grip. Outside of the pink one, this is my second favorite Starburst. It’s a very nice grip texture that’s highly aggressive and really digs into your hand for a good, solid grip.
What’s the same?
Outside of the price and grip texture, one of my big requirements when purchasing the grip module was it work with all my other P365 crap. I needed it to work with the holsters I’ve invested in as well as the lights I use and all my preferred mags and mods. The WCP365 meets my needs, and I can use all my stuff with the grip module.
My P365 transforms depending on what I’m doing and how I’m using it. If I’m traveling overnight, it gets a light. My holster may vary on clothing, accessories, and similar needs. This was critical to me, and I was happy the WCP365 grip module worked with my all of the gear I’d already invested in.
At the Range With the WCP365
Immediately, the grip felt different, a good bit different. It turns out the WCP365 is a bit bigger than the stock P365 grip module. The grips are a little wider from side to side and front to back. It’s not enough to mess with concealment, but it’s enough to be noticeable. I have big hands and found it quite comfy, but admittedly never had any real problems with the P365 grip module.
I like the fit and feel of the WCP365 more and find it to be a bit more satisfactory than the stock grip module. The larger grip area does help spread recoil further throughout your hand. It’s a minimal difference, but it’s worth noting. If you’re a bigger-hand guy, this might be a better option for you.
The Starburst pattern is the real star of the show. It really increases and improves your grip on the gun. The texture digs into your hand and makes the weapon easier to shoot. There is great control overall. Even though it’s November, it can still get toasty in Florida and sweaty hands can make shooting a hassle. That effect is lessened greatly by the WCP365 grip module. The extra sticky grip texture keeps the gun oriented in your hand.
On the Clock
All that extra grip and the higher, more stable grip resulted in less felt recoil and more control. I didn’t notice much difference with 115-grain rounds. However, when I shot 124-grain +P rounds through both grip modules, I noticed a bigger difference in control with the WCP365. It’s subtle, but the clock doesn’t lie, and I reduced split timers for accurate follow-up shots by anywhere from .10 to .05 seconds. With drills like the 10-10-10, the difference was on the clock.
I also enjoy the overall comfort and size of the WCP365. It’s a little bigger, which might turn some off, but it’s a blessing for me. We do have a downside when it comes to concealment. The grip texture rubs you raw when held tight to the body and worn day in and day out. With appendix inside the waistband (AIWB), it’s not a big deal. However, I’m betting the strong side might be a challenge. From day to day, I don’t notice an issue with my AIWB setup.
Upgrading
The Wilson Combat WCP365 grip module is a great upgrade to your P365. Moving the fire control unit from grip module to grip module is easy and one of the best features of the P365. This allows for more customization and control of your gun. Is it necessary? Arguably, it’s not, but if you do plan to swap grip modules, this is an affordable upgrade that offers some slight but worthwhile improvements over the stock grip module. Now I really want to grab some tungsten weights for this thing and see the difference 1.5 ounces can make!
