http://www.xdtalk.com/forums en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:43:11 GMT vBulletin 5 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.xdtalk.com/forums http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136369-convince-me-i-dont-need-emp-40-a.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:29:26 GMT After my most recent find of a Springer Compact I now have 1911itis worse than ever,so much so I am considering trading or selling both of these for one.I would really now like a Springfield EMP in .40S&W,I guess I am just a 1911 fan,they just seem to fit right.And it would seem that Springfield 1911's are top of the line.



Any ideas anyone,any opinions on the EMP would be welcome,experiences good or bad.This is not a feeler thread,just need some outright knowledge. ]]> M1911 krunchnik http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136369-convince-me-i-dont-need-emp-40-a.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136353-what-get-my-g-i.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:44:47 GMT Ok, So I bought my Springfield G.I. back in Sept. I have only been able to shoot it a few times and I want to get a few things for it like, Trigger, Magazines, a beavertail grip safety to name a few. The question I have is are all parts interchangeable? if I want a match trigger, will any match trigger fit my gun? The same for all parts? Ok, So I bought my Springfield G.I. back in Sept. I have only been able to shoot it a few times and I want to get a few things for it like, Trigger, Magazines, a beavertail grip safety to name a few. The question I have is are all parts interchangeable? if I want a match trigger, will any match trigger fit my gun? The same for all parts? ]]> M1911 Mes0hemi http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136353-what-get-my-g-i.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136293-well-i-did-trade-my-mini.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:37:48 GMT I went and traded my Mini 14 after all and the outcome was very pleasing,the Springfield Compact I was interested in had next to no internal wear,and when I finally got to fire the pistol all went very well,1 Wilson Mag and 75 rounds later.And this is what you get. Image: http://i763.photobucket.com/albums/xx272/krunchnik/IMG_0880-1.jpg Image: http://i763.photobucket.com/albums/xx272/krunchnik/IMG_0879-1.jpg I went and traded my Mini 14 after all and the outcome was very pleasing,the Springfield Compact I was interested in had next to no internal wear,and when I finally got to fire the pistol all went very well,1 Wilson Mag and 75 rounds later.And this is what you get.


]]> M1911 krunchnik http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136293-well-i-did-trade-my-mini.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136139-another-trp-owner-but-need-holster-help.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:33:19 GMT Just got mine today. Now I got to find a nice holster. I prefer OWB at 3 to 4 o'clock position. Saw that Desantis had a **** and lock holster for the TRP operator. I guess that would fit my Trp fine. Any suggestions.
Thanks guys. (and gals) Got to be politically correct.... ]]> M1911 sud123 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136139-another-trp-owner-but-need-holster-help.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136138-para-gi-expert-review-pics.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:30:32 GMT hi everyone, new to the forum and wanted to post my review of a recent purchase :)


i bought the para gi expert a few months back.



i put some vz tiger stripe operator grips on:



i've put about 600 rounds through it so far with no problems aside from a ftf one round early on during the break in, and has not been repeated. (this gun comes so tight when brand new, you have to really grip it to pull back the slide--the manual recommends a 500 round break in).

it shoots quite accurately, allowing you to easily make a ragged hole at 15 yards. the very smooth and light trigger pull aids in this too. it feels about 4lbs.

the slide to frame fit quality is instantly noticeable when you first pull back the slide. it's smooth as glass, and has no play whatsoever.



the polishing of the frame ramp and barrel throat are also quite nice, and the barrel is crowned at 11 degrees.



you certainly wouldn't expect these features on a $550 1911.

here's 50 rounds at 15 yards, two hand hold:

]]> M1911 dances with guns http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136138-para-gi-expert-review-pics.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136017-ria-warranty-turn-around.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:09:32 GMT Anyone ever use their CS before? I'm going crazy, they got it thursday so if same day turnaround it might be here this evening.... anyone have an idea how long it takes? 1 week? 2 weeks?

Worried in a week or two I'll start shaking. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136017-ria-warranty-turn-around.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136007-3-sa-1911-recoil-spring.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:58:14 GMT I have a 3" SA 1911 .45 - sorry I don't have model number with me - fixed sights, black finish all steel - the nested recoil springs - need replacement
can anyone help me out with replacement suggestions ?
TIA ]]> M1911 Kaw77 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/136007-3-sa-1911-recoil-spring.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135987-lookin-45-thinkin-kimber-sis-custom-r-l.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:45:07 GMT Hey yall, So i have 5 months till im out of afghanistan. Any thoughts on the Kimber SIS Hey yall,

So i have 5 months till im out of afghanistan. Any thoughts on the Kimber SIS ]]> M1911 pballman19 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135987-lookin-45-thinkin-kimber-sis-custom-r-l.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135974-emp-xd-sub-compact.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:21:11 GMT Hey guys I searched the forums but couldn't find anything recent on the SA EMP.
I really love the look of the emp and would like some input from people who own 1911's. I have an XDm but it IMO is too big and HEAVY to cc all day. I love just about any gun from Springfield and was kinda torn between the EMP or the xd sc. Weight is a factor in all day comfort to me that is why I carry an LCP but I know that it is not a preferred gun for self defense just a good back up.

I would also like to know if most would recommend 9mm or 40. I like 40 but it does tend to make the guns heavier.
Any info is much appreciated Thanks Phil ]]> M1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135974-emp-xd-sub-compact.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135968-what-ammo-has-fed-flawlessly-through-your-1911-a.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:28:11 GMT Debating ammunition to try, and want some stuff to try for a 1911 and stuff that I should wait till later to try.

Just saw a box of Winchest 230 gr personal protection HPs at walmart for 28 sounded semi reasonable and found they were 361 ft/lbs so I bought it.

I've seen golden sabers used a lot.

Any other things I should try? Or will the winchester be prone to issues/run very dirty? I don't want really dirty ammo for carry ammo seems counter intuitive. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135968-what-ammo-has-fed-flawlessly-through-your-1911-a.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135966-1911-alr-taurus-qa-qc.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:21:39 GMT I am looking into a 1911 for a future purchase,

I have done some searches on aluminum frames which were inconclusive. Is there a distinct advantage or disadvantage?

The other question is the Taurus 1911 in any form worthty of $600? They have climbed($4-500 range) and are still available via internet for 600ish. I would like to buy locally for help with warranty issues but prices are considerably higher.

If you talk to a shop that sells them the say good things, those who don't carry the brand dog them. I have had good results with one of there revolvers but that is entirely different gun.

I have shot a few kimbers with mixed results, I don't expect it to be better or even as goodby any means but for the money is the Taurus worthy. It seems that it just depends if I get lucky with the particular one I end up with. From what I have seen factory service/warranty is majorly lacking.

However, I don't want a run of the mill GI or equivalent with less features for the same money. The whole draw to the taurus is the added features etc. But if the quality is hit and miss at best, I am skeptic.

I want good performance for a moderate-low price, it seems reasonable, but might end up a gamble.

Opinions? Ideas, Thanks! B. ]]> M1911 BeavR XDSC http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135966-1911-alr-taurus-qa-qc.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135949-new-trp-owner.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:26:29 GMT
Awesome gun, that's all I can say. Love this thing. Gonna pick up an XDm9 for cheaper plinking eventually but this will probably remain my favorite. ]]> M1911 transam7969 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135949-new-trp-owner.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135912-ria-cs.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:58:50 GMT Hello peeps!! I have tried all kinds of piece to be my ccw piece but at the end I always know it will be a 1911 so here is my latest ccw.. Image: http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o175/vikz07/RIACS005.jpg Image: http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o175/vikz07/RIACS003.jpg Hello peeps!! I have tried all kinds of piece to be my ccw piece but at the end I always know it will be a 1911 so here is my latest ccw..



]]> M1911 vikz http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135912-ria-cs.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135909-help-me-choose-my-first-please.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:56:57 GMT DAN WESSON Pointman MARKSMAN (http://cz-usa.com/products/view/dan-wesson-pointman-marksman/) STI International - Spartan (http://www.stiguns.com/guns/Spartan/Spartan.html)]]> ...I have 3 options available to me, but I cant decide.

1. Colt Gold Cup Trophy s/s
2. Dan Wesson Marksman s/s

3. STI Spartan (this would be my "economical" choice if I cant bring myself to spend the extra dough on my first 1911)

the top 2 are very close in price, and I love both of them. Very close in features as far as I can tell, only difference being, from reading online, that dw may use less mim than colt, but hey, ITS A COLT!!!!! But this is my very first 1911, as I still dont know very much, so I am still a little fearful of the "unknown"! I keep thinking it would be best to go with a lesser expensive piece, the rational being "dont go too far too fast"! Price for the sti is HALF of the dw marksman. the colt is right in the middle, pricewise.

I sorta like the idea of spending less now, and replacing as I go, maybe I'll learn a little more about the 1911 that way!!!! (as opposed to just buying one that i know I will be happy with as a completed piece, and probably never need to upgrade or change a thing)

Guys and gals, whatta ya think? Go economical to start, or just pony up and get one of the others? If economical would be better for a 1911 newb, did I pick a good piece(sti spartan)?

Or, if you say just man up and go for it, which one- dan wesson, or colt?

Colt 1911 GOLD CUP TROPHY 45 SS

CZ-USA -> DAN WESSON Pointman MARKSMAN

STI International - Spartan ]]> M1911 azjay http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135909-help-me-choose-my-first-please.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135884-new-addition-family.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:20:09 GMT Here are a few pics of my latest addition, a Kimber Custom Classic Target.






Here's the result of the first outing with it. Approx 40 rounds of practice ball ammo, 7 yrds. Me likie, a lot. :!:


Now for the story. I never had much of a desire for a 1911, though I've been lusting for a GSR for some time now. Anyway, my 15yo son has been bugging me for some time now for a 1911, as he developed a real thing for them over the last several months. Last time we were at the Dulles gun show, he says, "Dad, if I find a 1911 I really like, would you buy it for me, and I'll pay you back?" What else could I say, but of course.

So last week I tell this story to a co-worker that I knew was a Kimber enthusiast and had several in the past, and to my surprise, he said he had one he'd sell me for $600. I think this is a pretty good price for this model Kimber. It has a couple of small light scratches, but it has probably less than 500 rounds through it. When i brought it home and showed my son, his response was OM*G !!!! I think I hit a home run with him.

My son is at a church retreat this weekend. When I told him I was going to take it to the range this weekend, his response was "I hate you". :lol::lol::lol:

After the first outing with it, I now see what all the fuss has been about a 1911 trigger. It is soooooo sweet. I can feel the 1911 disease starting to take hold. Might have to get one for CC. Too many guns out there, not enough money. ;) ]]> M1911 gregj http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135884-new-addition-family.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135854-1911-mags-cdnn.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:25:13 GMT I just got the e-mail ad from them and they have 7rd metalform mags for $7.99. Anyone ever bought them from cdnn and how well did they work? I just got the e-mail ad from them and they have 7rd metalform mags for $7.99. Anyone ever bought them from cdnn and how well did they work? ]]> M1911 fett701 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135854-1911-mags-cdnn.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135834-question-about-kimber.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:34:52 GMT **Please no kimber bashers, I am fully aware of the opinions some have about Kimber**

My question is about the firing pin block safety on the Kimber (custom 2 and TLE 2). Both have it, and I am considering one.

Whichever I do choose, be it a Kimber or something else, it will be a sd/carry/nightstand piece. This is why I am curious (or concerned)...

If I understand this correctly, the firing pin block safety is somehow tied to or connected to the function of the grip safety (on the kimber, i read that on the colt 80 series it is somehow tied to the function of the trigger, which i absolutely do not understand, but thats a whole nother thread). If the grip safety is NOT fully depressed when you pull the trigger, the firing block safety is still "engaged", even though the hammer will still drop when you pull the trigger, it will not go bang!!

first, do I understand this correctly? if yes, what I really want to know is...

...can I somehow modify this to bypass this feature? I ask because if I ever do have to use my carry piece in a sd situation, with adrenaline pumping and motor skills affected, if I quick draw and end up with a not so firm grip on the pistol, the last thing i want to do is pull the trigger and NO BANG! I want to be 100% confident with my sd piece.

the only thing i can think of is maybe replacing the grip safety with the "tactical bump". but is there any other way? or would this be the best option?

I know there are other 1911 options out there that I dont have to worry about this particular "issue", but I would still like to know, as this is my only "hangup" on the kimber option, and would still like to consider the kimber if I can "fix" it.

Sorry for the long post.

Thanks in advance for your help. ]]> M1911 azjay http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135834-question-about-kimber.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135743-longest-barrel-1911-a.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:41:53 GMT I am looking to find a 1911, with the longest barrel/slide possible

6", 8" 9" what is the longest offered? pics or links would be great? ]]> M1911 xdmp22 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135743-longest-barrel-1911-a.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135734-springfield-armory-45-trp-ss-loaded-w-ns.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:57:19 GMT Just came in today.... :D Image: http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u192/pichichi13/PB130452.jpg Image: http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u192/pichichi13/PB130453.jpg Image: http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u192/pichichi13/PB130455.jpg Just came in today.... :D







]]> M1911 Lino http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135734-springfield-armory-45-trp-ss-loaded-w-ns.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135719-wolff-spring-kits.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:57:15 GMT I have an extra spring in it its really small and can't figure out what it is. Can anyone enlighten me? As far as I could tell my 1911 doesn't have as many springs as this kit.
plunger spring
magazine release spring
firing pin spring
sear spring
hammer spring
recoil spring
the other one is tiny any ideas? ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135719-wolff-spring-kits.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135717-any-experience-sig-cmp-c3-1911-a.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:55:00 GMT Had a friend today buy a Sig C3. Great looking gun. When I tried to find info on web, could not find many reviews so, what do you guys think? I have heard it is accurate but don't know much about it's reliability. Help if you can. ]]> M1911 sud123 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135717-any-experience-sig-cmp-c3-1911-a.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135688-1911-ammo-question.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:20:46 GMT I've been carrying Hornady 185 gr XTP for almost a year now, I really only bought it because it was the only thing on the shelf at the time (right after O was elected) I've been wondering about diffrent JHP for my double stack para 1911.

What would you suggest? ]]> M1911 Thefatgunner http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135688-1911-ammo-question.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135685-do-1911-mags-disassemble.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:36:33 GMT Ok, I'm a recent 1911 purchaser, and am gradually learning the ins and outs of of the guns construction and design. I have the SA 1911 A1, with 4 magazines. I don't see a way to take the mags apart to clean, or replace the springs. Am I missing something? Or do I just have to keep buying new mags when these wear out? Thanks in advance for your advice. ]]> M1911 rglad http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135685-do-1911-mags-disassemble.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135669-kimber.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:49:59 GMT Ultra carry II

or

Pro Carry II



purchasing tomorrow!!!


going to be used for my ccw

5'5 - 175lb (muscular build) ---- if that helps ]]> M1911 mattx http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135669-kimber.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135549-what-tolerance-stacking.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:17:19 GMT and what in the world can I do to avoid it in a pistol I have had since 1992? Never had a problem before, but have never used other magazines in it either. The pistol in question is a Springfield Champion parkerized, not quite stock anymore (trigger, sights, 3.5#pull, beaver, etc..). I purchased some new magazines, reputable brand, and have a problem with every one of them (8 is enough). They flip the last round in the stack straight up and jam between the slide and barrel hood. All other rounds load, fire, extract without a hitch.

I'm not new to the world of pistols, and can usually figure this out, but I don't have a high speed camera to catch this, nor do I possess the brain of a high school student in geophysicalquantumhypermath. I'm not tweaking the gun like yocan so I wouldn't have expected it.

Any explanation other than just buy magazines from someone else would be much appreciated, unless you got a really good cookie recipe......

What? I can bake.... on the grill.......:D ]]> M1911 IamCPTSpalding http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135549-what-tolerance-stacking.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135538-springfield-compact-should-i-trade-my-mini-14-a.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:16:48 GMT Hi guys,just wondering if any of you 1911 buffs have info regarding the older SA 1911 Compact in .45ACP.looks like it has an alloy frame colored in silver and the older GI style sights.I have a chance to trade My newer style mini 14 for it.Any info or opinions would be appreciated.:roll: Hi guys,just wondering if any of you 1911 buffs have info regarding the older SA 1911 Compact in .45ACP.looks like it has an alloy frame colored in silver and the older GI style sights.I have a chance to trade My newer style mini 14 for it.Any info or opinions would be appreciated.:roll: ]]> M1911 krunchnik http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135538-springfield-compact-should-i-trade-my-mini-14-a.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135506-sti-guardian-pic-request.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:40:34 GMT ive been looking all over for good sti guardian pictures. found lots of company photos but nothing really illistrating the quality. high res photos of fit and finish and internals is what im looking for. what parts are mim on the guardian? ive been looking all over for good sti guardian pictures. found lots of company photos but nothing really illistrating the quality. high res photos of fit and finish and internals is what im looking for.

what parts are mim on the guardian? ]]> M1911 leeindy http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135506-sti-guardian-pic-request.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135473-ria-warranty-services.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:54:17 GMT Anyone know how to contact them? I can't find an e-mail that works. Figured out why my 1911 wasn't behaving, it has an out of spec dust cover that hangs on both the FLGR and the barrel ring.... ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135473-ria-warranty-services.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135471-discovered-my-sticking-problem-need-advice.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:33:58 GMT 1911 RIA, starting to think it wasn't such a good deal.

The ring on the barrel is sticking straight down and catching in the lower receiver. So bad that I had to take a tiny screwdriver and touch it to get the slide apart.

So Maybe I don't understand but I thought it you got it correctly installed it shouldn't be able to do that. If that is correct is it because that ring is supposed to be too large to rotate into that position? or is it supposed to be shorter to not touch the lower reciever? The lower receiver the slot for it, the corners are missing their parkarization from wear and the end of the slot either side has a shiny point as well.

So yeah, do I wear down the ring, or do I get a drill and remover it (its not removeable) and replace it or do I call RIA? ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135471-discovered-my-sticking-problem-need-advice.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135435-wolff-spring-kits.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:34:13 GMT I'm thinking as an attempt to redress my problem and be sure I won't have more spring issues, seeing as my 5" RIA is all bubbad up. Is buying a wolff spring kit. as in sear, ms, recoil, plunger spring. How are those? Anyone think I shouldn't use one of them? I'm leaving in 15 minutes to go pick it up at 24 bucks I think its a worthwhile investment. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135435-wolff-spring-kits.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135353-hammer-falls-after-i-fire.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:41:44 GMT This is my RIA 1911 5"
First four rounds happened half the time, next 5 every single round.

Heres what happens, trigger pulled hammer goes down, round goes off, cycling of slide process ends with the hammer down....

It doesn't go full auto, so I think its just not locking back and coming forward when the slide does. It did this when I first got it once in a while during hand cycling, but then I did the springs adjustment and fixed it... or so I thought, and now when firing this happens.

I do sort of ride the slide release as in when it rotates in my hand my thumb tip hits it, so slide doesn't stay open.

I've done a lot of work to this gun. So if I did something retarded please tell me.

Deburred/polished the FLGR and deburred its spring.

Polished the trigger.
Adjusted the sear spring tension, all three tines, I have a 3.1-3.2 lb trigger pull.
I polished lightly the bottom of the disconnector, and rounded the corner that when in the pistol is down. Nothing that touches the sear, just what touches the trigger (didn't even take all of the phosphate off)
I filed down the back of the hammer strut, due to it contacted the sear spring (barely any noticeable difference)
I don't believe anything I've done would cause this to happen unless the sear isn't connecting with the sear spring, but it worked fine hand cycling.

I've also dis/assed it 70 something times learning how to do everything. Only used CLP Rem OIl Dry lube and grease on it so far. Outside of the trigger bar prior to polishing nothing has hit/scrubbed on by anything harder than an AP brush. (did use a brass brush inside the barrel)

If you want pictures tell me what, I haven't even cleaned it yet, so if you want I can take it apart and take pictures the whole way through.

Any advice at this point would be appreciated. I spent way too many hours this week for this to end up this way.I need a hug. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135353-hammer-falls-after-i-fire.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135305-your-insight-please.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:52:56 GMT Hey guys, I was hoping to get your opinions on this 1911 I found at auction arms. It is a d&v small arms build. Here is the link.

Pistols For Sale - 1911 Custom Tactical Pistol by D&V Small Arms - Auction: 9399538 (Ends 11/08/2009, 18:44:13 PST)

I have never heard of d&v, didnt know if this was a reputable builder.

I dont know much about 1911's. Thanks in advance. ]]> M1911 azjay http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135305-your-insight-please.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135286-first-outing-my-trophy-match.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:56:29 GMT I took my SA Trophy Match to the range today for the first time. This was the break-in session. I fired a total of 207 rounds. I cleaned it at 100 rounds and continued on. These pics were taken toward the end of the session. It took me a while to get use to shooting it since this is my first 1911. These groups were shot at 15 yards measured with a laser rangefinder. I was using 230g Winchester SXZ FMJ Training Rounds. I did shoot 7 WWB JHP's just to see how the gun liked them. It functioned flawlessly.

7 Round group. I shanked that one at the top.


This was 30 rounds...


I thought I did pretty good for my first outing. ]]> M1911 SWThomas http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135286-first-outing-my-trophy-match.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135263-getting-my-first-1911-tomorrow.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:28:44 GMT I put a CBOB on layaway a month ago and I'm picking it up tomorrow afternoon. It's amazing how quickly one can save up money when it's for something important. 8) ]]> M1911 missmyJeep http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135263-getting-my-first-1911-tomorrow.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135247-sa-pb9151lp-question.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:02:53 GMT Ok, folks. occasional lurker, first time poster.

i'm finally scratching the 1911 itch. will pick up my SA Mil-Spec SS 1911 sometime next week.

wondering what i need to be aware of right out of the box...lube (what is recommended), clean (what is recommended), typical ammo likes & dislikes, break-in procedure etc.

i appreciate any input i can get from the forum on these questions & any that i neglected to ask..

thanx in advance,
trailblazer ]]> M1911 trailblazer472 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135247-sa-pb9151lp-question.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135231-need-help-diagnose-dented-case-problem.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:25:21 GMT I've been carrying my Kimber daily for two weeks in Condition 2. Empty chamber, cocked and locked. I'm using a CMC 8rnd powermag+ magazine.

Today I decided to carry it condition 1 and looked at my rounds and found small dents near the rear part of the casing. here's a picture:



anyone knows why or how it got dented? is it caused when loading new rounds? or some internal part of the gun pressing against the case?

help! ]]> M1911 robot http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135231-need-help-diagnose-dented-case-problem.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135185-rainier-200-gr-swc-bullets-ftf.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:32:26 GMT I just got back from the range, and my batch of 200 gr SWC loads didn't do so hot. They fed up the ramp fine, but tended to catch at the top of the barrel underneath the hood. Pretty odd, I didn't expect that hangup.

So, next batch will be 230 gr RN. Rainiers are great bullets, cheap and easy to load, but the gun just didn't like the SWC profile.

Anyone else tried them? ]]> M1911 Polymerhead http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135185-rainier-200-gr-swc-bullets-ftf.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135172-thinking-having-fusion-build-my-dream-gun.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:03:36 GMT So Ive been trying do decide on my next 1911. I know its gonna be a 10mm and im really torn between two. I want a dan wesson CBOB or im gonna have Fusion build me a commander length barrel on a officer size frame. i can only get one and the fusion ill really have lobby with the director of sex and finance for. the cbob can be found for 1100 ish if you can find one and bob serva quoted me 1600 for the fusion........ 500 dollars is alot of ammo. a cbob is hard to find........aww i dont know what to do. So Ive been trying do decide on my next 1911. I know its gonna be a 10mm and im really torn between two.

I want a dan wesson CBOB

or

im gonna have Fusion build me a commander length barrel on a officer size frame.

i can only get one and the fusion ill really have lobby with the director of sex and finance for.

the cbob can be found for 1100 ish if you can find one
and bob serva quoted me 1600 for the fusion........

500 dollars is alot of ammo. a cbob is hard to find........aww i dont know what to do. ]]> M1911 leeindy http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135172-thinking-having-fusion-build-my-dream-gun.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135167-ccing-1911-style-pistol.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:32:29 GMT My wife (and possible me later on) is interested in carrying the SA Micro Compact .45. I'm new to the whole 1911 style pistol and have a question on CCing this type of pistol.

What is the recommended way to carry this pistol? Unlike my XD's, this has a hammer and a manual thumb safety. Do you carry with the hammer down and safety off? Hammer back and safety on? Hammer back and safety off (since there is a grip safety as well)?

I'm a little concerned about the manual safety. I know we could train to take off the safety while drawing, but it's still a possibility. I'm sure I'll have more questions later on. Thanks. ]]> M1911 Wired http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135167-ccing-1911-style-pistol.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135137-ive-got-money-buy-two-mags-need-input.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:35:36 GMT So yeah RIA 1911 all I have is a mecgar 8rd mag. Figure I can splurge and buy 2 more mags so I can consider carrying this thing as soon as I get 300 more rounds down the pipe, and might as well mutli task and test the mags. So give me suggestions 8rds or larger. good for carry, good mags to see if they work in my gun. So yeah RIA 1911 all I have is a mecgar 8rd mag.

Figure I can splurge and buy 2 more mags so I can consider carrying this thing as soon as I get 300 more rounds down the pipe, and might as well mutli task and test the mags.

So give me suggestions 8rds or larger. good for carry, good mags to see if they work in my gun. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135137-ive-got-money-buy-two-mags-need-input.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135124-taurus-pt-1911-question.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:27:36 GMT I hope to get a Taurus PT 1911 soon. Does any one know of any problem using lead bullets? I hope to get a Taurus PT 1911 soon. Does any one know of any problem using lead bullets? ]]> M1911 mark9765 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135124-taurus-pt-1911-question.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135035-my-1911-cleaned-up-now.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:08:25 GMT EVerything that needed to be done, now is. 3.3 lb trigger pull. took 2 burs off the guide rod. got about 30% of the take up eliminated (not sure how I managed that) everything left to do is just preference.

IE
slightly higher MSH to make an angle thats closer to my other guns that I shoot well.

Shoter trigger take up.

Better sights

A take down hole in the guide rod. and I want to polish it.

I'm sure I'll be able to get good groups without those seeing how I had 7 out of nine hitting half cds at 12.5 yards.

No pics just wanted to say, just got done pulling the trigger 300 times, its still a 3.2 lb trigger so I think it worked out great. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/135035-my-1911-cleaned-up-now.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134897-i-am-incapable-leaving-well-enough-alone.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:09:48 GMT So I'm reading through the frequent answers section of the 1911 forum, great 20 something links to show you how to do almost everything.

Well in the trigger job section, figured good light reading I'd enjoy it. I learned about "boosting" a way to alleviate creep, put thumb on hammer push towards slide pull trigger.

Well I did it and my creep is gone, and I think as a bonus the trigger weight went down .3 or .4 of a lb. So I'd say its useable now.

I'm a little OCD what can I say.

Edit: for those of you just showing up this is going to stay my 1911 tinkering saga. and will be semi-regularly updated until I get you a target where I'm happy. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134897-i-am-incapable-leaving-well-enough-alone.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134865-worth-money.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:05:13 GMT I found this beauty on gunbroker! *CUSTOM* Springfield Armory TRP Tactical Operator : Semi-auto at GunBroker.com (http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=145394804) I found this beauty on gunbroker! *CUSTOM* Springfield Armory TRP Tactical Operator : Semi-auto at GunBroker.com ]]> M1911 cjsjr249 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134865-worth-money.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134803-care-feeding-guide-rod.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:38:52 GMT Hey ya'll, quick few questions. I just bought mich3210's 1911, the Loaded Springfield. And so I was wondering, 1911s, I hear they like to run wet and dirty, so was told to only clean it every 500 rounds or so and to just make sure I'm oiling it and it'll be ok. There anything else like that that I should know about them? Also, it's got the two piece full length guide rod that I'm not a fan of cause you have to use tools to field strip it, know it's only an Allen wrench but still... There any advantage to keeping the full length in there, I heard it made it a little more reliable and that it stops the guide spring from scratching up the barrel and inside of the dustcover. Where as with the GI length guide rod you can take it apart without tools. What would I need to buy to replace the full length rod, just a GI length guide rod and the plunger cap or what? Thanks for y'all's help. ]]> M1911 Sheepdog324 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134803-care-feeding-guide-rod.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134771-pencil-test-lubing-slide.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:53:13 GMT Ok did a pencil test got 12" was reading on the 1911 forum and that seemed on the low end, is it unnacceptably short? I have no idea.

so take apart the slide to clean everything, the holes were filthy, re lube, put it together and now I get 11.5" So umm how am I supposed to lube the firing pin/extractor?

What type of height should I be expecting on my RIA 1911? ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134771-pencil-test-lubing-slide.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134695-reassembly-dilemma.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:06:47 GMT Do yall hate me yet?:twisted: Lesson #1 I learned from this, don't try a complete dis/as of a 1911 without someone else to help you along around.

ok anyways my pistol is in a million pieces so I need help.

trying to follow this link Guerrilla Gunsmith --- 1911 Detailed Disassembly for re-assembly.

I get it totally together or so it seems and can't pull the hammer back to allow the safety to be installed. I assume I'm putting one of the springs on the wrong side of something and I can't figure this out, tried it multiple ways so, Sear spring, which way is it supposed to be on the sear when installed? Pretty sure I'm putting it in the wrong place in relation to the sear. Oh trigger is frozen as well. when its like this
Thanks guys.
Tim ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134695-reassembly-dilemma.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134680-cant-get-part-out-magazine-release.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:45:25 GMT OK attempting complete dis/as of my 1911 to get at the trigger. Following this site Guerrilla Gunsmith --- 1911 Detailed Disassembly (http://www.guerrillagunsmith.com/1911detailed.htm) and I have removed everything according to that website except the magazine release, the trigger Got it figured out. OK attempting complete dis/as of my 1911 to get at the trigger. Following this site Guerrilla Gunsmith --- 1911 Detailed Disassembly and I have removed everything according to that website except the magazine release, the trigger
Got it figured out. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134680-cant-get-part-out-magazine-release.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134651-detail-strip-lube-grease.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 05:14:13 GMT Ok almost have my 1911 totally taken down (can't find a tiny flathead to take out the magazine release/trigger, will do that in the morning) what parts should I grease before putting back together, CLP, I have rem dri lube. I know detail stripping causes undue wear so I don't want to have to do this more than once in a great while (2k rounds or more preferred) so what should I do?

Tomorrow when I get it apart I'll be showing pictures to make sure its in decent shape. But for now could you tell me how to clean all the smaller parts/lube them for re-assembly. If I need to buy something else, tell me what it is and why. Thanks in advance. ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134651-detail-strip-lube-grease.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134642-detail-strip-question.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:15:28 GMT CLP is really useful. close thread CLP is really useful.
close thread ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134642-detail-strip-question.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134626-4-malfunctions-50-rounds-advice-please.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:07:46 GMT malfunction 1 trigger stuck release trigger pull again bang.
malfunction 2 FTF, but cheap wolf ammo and the primer on that was legitimately deeper than the others. should I be worried?
malfunctions 3 and 4 happened in my 1 mag of rapid fire, 2 times the trigger stuck, release it and bang.

this is a new gun. only thing I can thin, of doing is to take the trigger out and look for burs, because it seems like it catches on something solid if the angle is just right. Feels like what happens when you don't depress the palm safety, but I AM depressing it, even held it in position, pressure on trigger and showed my friend kept it that way for 7 seconds on #1. pressing on the pam safety and didn't feel anything freeing up in the trigger.

anyone got advice? sorry RIA 1911 looks to have an aftermarket trigger. here you goapparently I lied, I'm still asking for advice.. http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/non-xd-...ly-bought.html ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134626-4-malfunctions-50-rounds-advice-please.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134588-colt-collectors-question.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:46:34 GMT I have a fairly rare Colt Defender Plus (govt size frame)
they only made a few thousand...
Do you think it would lessen it's value if I had it bobbed? ]]> M1911 zenfly http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134588-colt-collectors-question.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134532-question-3-round-cannot-drop-into-chamber.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:13:08 GMT I read a thread a while back about hwo your supposed to be able to do this, instead of insert mag, close slide, eject mag, add round, insert mag. I don't mind I do it with my sig.

But if I can't do drop a round into the chamber on my 1911 (extractor doesn't go past the rim/slide can't close all teh way) does that mean I need to have my extractor tuned (and what does that even mean?) ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134532-question-3-round-cannot-drop-into-chamber.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134530-para-p10.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:59:01 GMT Just picked up a 1911 style Para P10. Has a ten round capacity in a double stacked mag with a fat and short grip on it. Anybody here have one? What's your opinion? I can say that mine is accurate for such a tiny little 1911. I put over 100 rounds of 230gr FMJ through it without a hitch at my local Bass Pro Shops range. Seems like a good one to me. ]]> M1911 xd-niner http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134530-para-p10.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134513-question-about-1911-frames.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:56:57 GMT I am familiar with the 1911 Government frame. What is a 1911 Scout frame? Are the compnents still interchangible? I am familiar with the 1911 Government frame. What is a 1911 Scout frame? Are the compnents still interchangible? ]]> M1911 Reyort http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134513-question-about-1911-frames.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134494-next-question-how-adjust-travel-trigger-my-pistol-half-cocks.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:47:01 GMT I assume the hole in the trigger is for this correct? What do I need to do? I would love to cut down the pre travel by 50-60% if I can but yeah no idea what I'm doing had a 1911 for a solid 4 hours now. Googled it and it said the ability to half **** will wear down the sear. So yeah, teach me great masters *cheerful light bow*

did I turn the screw too tight? it makes two distinct borderline musical notes pulling the hammer back... odd I think ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134494-next-question-how-adjust-travel-trigger-my-pistol-half-cocks.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134486-1911-feeding-hollow-points.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:55:05 GMT I've always been told that 1911 don't usually feed HP's. Well recently, a man with ALOT of experience with 1911's said it's alot of BS. I own a Springfield Armory 1911 GI model that is used as my daily carry and I was wondering if anyone uses HP's in their 1911 carry model. Is this possible, or is it a rumor? ]]> M1911 ah8176 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134486-1911-feeding-hollow-points.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134484-bushing-all-sorts-scratched-up-will-break.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:46:06 GMT this is what I've got on my RIA 1911

heres why, full length guide rod, so the cap on the end of the spring is hollow and only has a 1/32" edge or so to push down on and it ends up having to use a tool to turn the bushing...
do I have a problem or nothing to worry about? ]]> M1911 yocan http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134484-bushing-all-sorts-scratched-up-will-break.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134313-1940-m1911a1-army-field-manual.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:11:17 GMT Basic Field Manual FM 23-35

Yep, here is an online copy of the original M1911A1 Army Field Manual on the 45. This is actualyl an updated version of the original one issued to troops in and after WWI with the addition of the "enhancements" made to the original M1911 dutily noted.

An interesting read and in the later pages, proof positive that the M1911 was indeed designed as a horse pistol for mounted cavalry units. Many think that we adopted the 45/1911 because of its ability to stop people...namely the Phillippine Moros. Not true. It was adopted because our mounted cavalry units wanted a large caliber that would stop a horse. Stop the horse and you stopped the charge. The fact that it stopped people better than 38 or 9mm rounds was a bonus. Besides, back in the early 1900s, cavalry was the elite and most important army unit: what cavalry wanted...they got. We wound up with a 45 caliber autopistol because of mounted cavalry units!

I just thought I'd post it, since many here get into the M1911/45 and are not really aware of its interesting history. Amazing that a firearm designed in such early days of fairly low technology, still endures today, amongst all the new materials, designs and calibers. It was truly ahead of its time and the design endures.

Enjoy!

- brickboy240 ]]> M1911 Brickboy240 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134313-1940-m1911a1-army-field-manual.html http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/134232-my-new-sa-trophy-match.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:54:24 GMT Just picked this up today... Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/IMG_0524.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch12.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch13.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch14.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch10.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch11.jpg Image: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n308/SWThomas/TrophyMatch15.jpg Just picked this up today...













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