To prevent further hijack, I'm answering this post here in a new one.
1. I think guide rods are unnecessary. 1911s function beautifully without. Personally, waste of money.
2. Again, personally, waste of money. Due to the availability of quality steel parts, titanium FP is unnecessary. Consider the firing system, springs and the effects on each other of a Ti FP is introduced.
3. ...ambi safety... Since I shoot one-handed, I never used the one on my Beretta. It was something that was there. My Colt has standard thumb safety.
4. ...a comp for CC... (sigh)
Overall, if you want parts to brag on and it's a fashion statement, by all means, add the parts. I don't see any of the parts above as needed on a carry 1911 with the exception of an ambi safety for you fortunate 'two handers' I've got no input on the tactical vs non tactical version of an ambi safety.
Hey everyone... I am asking all the 1911 Guru's.
I bought this Springfield Armory PX9154LP / Loaded Full Size Black Stainless Steel Combat 45 ACP. I think I am going to be real happy with it. I have a few questions if you don't mind answering. Your opinions are welcome. I know some of this will depend on the look that I want and my preferences, but I’m looking for advice from someone that may have already tried some of these things.
1. What are the pros n cons of 1 verse 2 piece full length guide rods as for function, reliability, and accuracy?
2. I am thinking of installing a Titanium firing pin. What do you think?
3. I want to change to an Ambidextrous Extended Thumb Safety. I do plan to carry it as concealed. Should I go with the normal one or the Tactical one that states that it was designed for concealed carry?
4. What do you think of the Wilson Combat Multi-Comp Compensator for the 1911? Similar to the one in the Punisher movies.
1. I think guide rods are unnecessary. 1911s function beautifully without. Personally, waste of money.
2. Again, personally, waste of money. Due to the availability of quality steel parts, titanium FP is unnecessary. Consider the firing system, springs and the effects on each other of a Ti FP is introduced.
3. ...ambi safety... Since I shoot one-handed, I never used the one on my Beretta. It was something that was there. My Colt has standard thumb safety.
4. ...a comp for CC... (sigh)
Overall, if you want parts to brag on and it's a fashion statement, by all means, add the parts. I don't see any of the parts above as needed on a carry 1911 with the exception of an ambi safety for you fortunate 'two handers' I've got no input on the tactical vs non tactical version of an ambi safety.