Feedback from Gripper wearers

Happy holidays! I'd like to hear from Alopecians who wear the Gripper wig. Specifically, I'd like to know:

  • How well do the "standard" cap sizes fit? I have an unusually small, smooth head with very short temple and ear-to-ear measurements.
  • Is there a lace front? Is it temple-to-temple (which I prefer), or ear-to-ear? If not a lace front, is the wig designed so that you have to wear bangs (which I don't prefer)?
  • How comfortable is the cap? Is there a combination of mono-top with stitched rows, or is the entire cap hand tied?
  • How does it fare during exercise. I am looking for a wig that will stay put during rigorous dance competitions.
  • Anything else you want to say about it.

Thanks!

Lori

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Permalink Reply by Becca on December 25, 2010 at 11:12am

Lori,

I have a gripper or something like it from Peggy Knight.  My peice was custom, Peggy made a mold of my head so It fits to my head.  It has a lace front.  In my opinion the cap is not comfortable,  when I sweat the wig slips off and I have to go somewhere private to fix it.  The cap is made out of a mesh material and the front is lace with silacone around the edges to grip to my head.  The peice is ok for exercise, although it does slip a bit.  Everbody says how natural the wig looks, and I am able to put in up in a pony tail, so I guess thats a plus.  I do lilke the fact that you don't need to tape it on everyday, but it's just not as secure as i would liike it to be.  I guess whatever wig I get won't be the same as my own hair. If you have any questions just ask. I hope this helps.  If you want to see pictures I think I have some on my page,  just friend me.

 

-Becca

Permalink Reply by Lori Van Decker on December 25, 2010 at 6:41pm
Thank you so much, Becca!
Permalink Reply by Diana Wood on January 4, 2011 at 12:31am
Hi there,

I have a Peggy Knight Gripper. I LOVE it. I've worn vacuums for years and never thought I would wear anything but vacuums. It is very secure, although, of course not as secure as a vacuum. It's super comfortable and I don't even know I'm wearing it. The gal who commented before I'm assuming is wearing what Peggy called "the Lacey Light" I have one of those too and the Gripper is WAY WAY better. My LL slipped a little also if I started to prespire alot. The Gripper doesn't do that. Also the Lacey Light was made with Remi-European hair. The Gripper is made with a better quality of hair. The lace front it from temple to temple. So yes, you can wear it with no bangs, which I have never been able to do. It's so nice to have that options. Let me know if you have any other questions. I could put you in contact with someone at PKS so you could see, touch and feel it yourself. :) Hope this helps. BOy, sorry for rambling. Good luck!
Permalink Reply by Brandy on January 8, 2011 at 2:06am
I just recieved my gripper. I have no idea how to put it on and it seems really tight. I am waiting to hear from Peggy or Susan to show me how to put it on. I hope I like it they are so expensive the hair feels great though.
Permalink Reply by Diana Wood on January 8, 2011 at 4:46pm
Hi Brandy,
Have you worn hairpieces before? You put it on just like a regular wig. With one hand hold the front bang area and with the other the nape area (back of the neck) Put it on in front first and pull it down over your head. Then pull down at the ear area if you need to. It should be snug, but not too tight. Have you heard from Peggy or Susan yet? I hope this works for you, it's a great piece!
Permalink Reply by Shelly on July 19, 2011 at 10:00am
Hi Brandy, I am new to Alopecia World. Have had AA for years but only about a month ago have had to resort to a full wig. I am meeting with a Peggy Knight Rep Friday about a Gripper. I saw your post and was wondering if you would mind sharing your experience with it since January. I see you had an issue with the tight fit, something that I believe I have seen as a concern before. I don't mind spending the money (although very expensive) if it means getting it right. Can you provide feedback? Thanks so much. Shelly from Connecticut
Permalink Reply by Brandy on July 21, 2011 at 4:55pm
Sorry it has taken me so long to reply. I got my gripper cut and have worn it every day since. I love it!!! I am going to order another one. I actually feel like I have real hair :)
Permalink Reply by Shelly on July 22, 2011 at 6:16am
Thank you Brandy. I really appreciate it!!
Permalink Reply by Tico on January 9, 2012 at 8:26pm

Hi Brandy,

I'm thinking about a gripper. I've been bonding and I hate it. Do you still like your gripper please? Thanks very much. Lynn

Permalink Reply by Brandy on January 10, 2012 at 11:29am

Hi Lynn. Yes I do I got my second one and I love it! Even when I was getting it cut I had to tell the lady next to me that it was a hair piece she thought it was my real hair. The whole salon did. It is very comfortable and you don't have to worry about bonding.

Permalink Reply by Tico on January 10, 2012 at 12:52pm

Thank you very much Brandy. Do you find it hot at all in the summer, I live in CA?

Permalink Reply by cathy clark on January 10, 2012 at 3:24pm

Does anyone have a Gripper that was ordered with wavy hair. If so, I would like to hear how that turned out.

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