1911s

[Army 1911]

if you aren't ready to go from scratch, 80% is far harder. Get a Caspian or Fusion kit.

 

[Charlie]

Just buy a Colt and be done with it!

 

[easy rider]

I’ll start off by saying, I am in no way ready to take on a 1911 build from scratch. But I was wondering if anyone on here has done either an 80% kit or taken different parts and put one together, hand fitting as you go. I really love the full size 1911’s, and I would love to have a somewhat custom built one without spending $2K plus.


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S&W Precision Center.

 

[Army 1911]

Get the 2 Kuenhausen 1911 shop manuals and study them. Then get a new file and file card plus a piece of round steel about 1.125 by 8 inches. Put the steel in a good vise and start filing. Make the last 1 inch od the rod perfectly square .975x.975.
Now file it square again .75x.75.

If you can do that, you can build a good 1911. Remember, there are virtually no drop in 1911 parts.
The most valuable tool in the 1911 builders tool box is patience.

 

[CodyK]

Get the 2 Kuenhausen 1911 shop manuals and study them. Then get a new file and file card plus a piece of round steel about 1.125 by 8 inches. Put the steel in a good vise and start filing. Make the last 1 inch od the rod perfectly square .975x.975.
Now file it square again .75x.75.

If you can do that, you can build a good 1911. Remember, there are virtually no drop in 1911 parts.
The most valuable tool in the 1911 builders tool box is patience.

Are these the ones you are taking about?

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[Army 1911]

Those are they.

 

[CodyK]

Those are they.

I’m gonna go tomorrow and see if the half priced books near me has either of them, before I buy off Amazon. Usually they don’t have what I’m looking for so I end up buying 3 or 4 other books I don’t need.


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[Churchmouse]

Starting 2 new builds from the raw. Both will be 10mm's. I have grown very fond of that round.

It begins.....

Slide frame fitment is done on both. Started the show off cuts on the slide on top one. It will be a bull barrel. Bottom will have a one off custom comp on it. Still a ways to go.

 

[Tab1032]

I’m looking for a 1911 that won’t break the bank. Any suggestions?

 

[Fishkiller]

Depends on your bank. Rock Island makes a good one, they go for around $500. After that the price goes up. Springfields can be had for under $1K, Colts are usually under $1500. These are new prioces, used a different story. I believe there is a site dedicated to 1911's

 

[kbaxter60]

Starting 2 new builds from the raw. Both will be 10mm's. I have grown very fond of that round.

It begins.....

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Slide frame fitment is done on both. Started the show off cuts on the slide on top one. It will be a bull barrel. Bottom will have a one off custom comp on it. Still a ways to go.

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They look mighty fine. What does a bull barrel in a 1911 look like? Just that I have never heard of it. Seems like it might make for a crowded slide?

 

[oldag]

I’m looking for a 1911 that won’t break the bank. Any suggestions?

Ruger.

 

[Tab1032]

Ruger.

What do those usually run?

 

[TexasRedneck]

I believe there is a site dedicated to 1911's

Several of 'em.....

 

[TexasRedneck]

I’m looking for a 1911 that won’t break the bank. Any suggestions?

Need more info....full-size, commander, officer - if you're intending to carry, I'm gonna suggest a compact lightweight. 35 ounces can really add up over the course of a day. IF you can find one, STI's Elektra is my EDC - at 22 ounces, it's hard to beat.

 

[Churchmouse]

They look mighty fine. What does a bull barrel in a 1911 look like? Just that I have never heard of it. Seems like it might make for a crowded slide?

I have built a few. Springfield sells them ne in the Champion line up. No bushing as the barrel registers on the slide.
I have a TRP we re-cambered to 10mm using a bull barrel. I will get some pics up.

 

[oldag]

What do those usually run?

.45 ACP.

For gracious sakes, search on "Ruger 1911 for sale".

 

[General Zod]

I’m looking for a 1911 that won’t break the bank. Any suggestions?

I've been pleased with my Rock Island. Proof that the low end of the price scale doesn't mean low quality.

 

[Byrd666]

American Classic line as well.

 

[CodyK]

This is my Ruger SR1911. I think, new, they are around $700-$800. Great gun.


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