1911 pics?

[DeaconKC]

BobT, I had one of those 1991 Commanders, great shooter!

[Bob T]

BobT, I had one of those 1991 Commanders, great shooter!

Good eye there Deacon, spotting it as a Commander...and yes, I it is a great shooting pistol...:)

[sawfiddle]

Thompson/Kahr/Auto Ordnance Custom 1911TC
http://i.imgur.com/V8oCMrOl.jpg

$549 NIB

[t4terrific]

Kimber Classic Gold Match with Altamont grips and Fusion MSH.
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[t4terrific]

Kimber Custom Target II with Heinie Straight 8 fixed night sights, Fusion MSH, and Hogue ebony grips.
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[CC Hoosier]

http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n618/devito99/fbe22448.jpg
My not so new 70 series toy. Shiny.

Other than the 3rd bullet from the left being slightly out of place, what a beautiful photo of a beautiful pistol! :hippie:

[CC Hoosier]

I totally agree, Greg. A 1911 is an open-carry weapon for me. I'm still shopping around for a decent leather holster in the 80-$90 range for winter carry. Sweet setup you have there! I especially like the all-black Colt and Kimber, not that I'm against a little bling, either.

[GLOCKROCKER]

Thought I'd get one in

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[Boom]

Pretty sure i posted this somewhere on this site, but i'll add mine. RIA with custom work by my cousin Ed. Owner of Wicked Grips.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f134/AEracer40/100_0693_zps88fcfe65.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/AEracer40/media/100_0693_zps88fcfe65.jpg.html)

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f134/AEracer40/100_0698_zpscba97557.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/AEracer40/media/100_0698_zpscba97557.jpg.html)

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f134/AEracer40/100_0697_zps580da936.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/AEracer40/media/100_0697_zps580da936.jpg.html)

[lkgmadmax]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/10/10/u4etajy6.jpg


My US Army Colt 1913, US Army Colt 1942, Ithaca US Army 1944, Remington Rand US Army 1943.

Sent on my Samsung Galaxy s5

[JohnR]

I don't think I've posted this pic of my Citadel with new grips.

[berettabone]

Betty????????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????????

[JohnR]

Could be Betty Grable.

Not sure if this is based on her.

http://cdn2.listsoplenty.com/listsoplenty-cdn/pix/uploads/2011/05/Pin-Up-Girl-Army-Air-Force-Posters.jpg

[Bawanna]

I have enough trouble wanting to pull my gun out and look at it and fondle it, those grips wouldn't help very much.

I love em though. Very nice and compliment the gun well.

[b4uqzme]

i have enough trouble wanting to pull my gun out and look at it and fondle it, those grips wouldn't help very much.

I love em though. Very nice and compliment the gun well.

tmi?

[Bawanna]

I thought I was getting wicked good at abbreviations with lol and lmaorotf, seemed to have forgotten that one already, I know that ain't right, but tmi?

The massive idiot? That misguided individual? Thine missive irony?

Nothing seems to fit. Boy do I feel dumb.

[muggsy]

Too Much Information. And I thought that I was an old fart, Bawanna.

[JohnR]

Too Much Information

Who wouldn't want to fondle someone- er; something like that?

[Bawanna]

Boy, now I really feel stoooopid. tmi? Who knew.......

[jocko]

1911's should not be allowed to posted on this kahr fourm. This is a kahr forum where men are men and not a buch of pu$$ys who buy purdy 1911's which most probably jam anyhow whick all are 12# over weight and bigger than a Mini Cooper. Just my 21 cents on this and I realize the colonel will have some off the wall comment to me about my opinion..

This is gun profiling at its best and I think it should be STOPPED...

[Bawanna]

Mr. Jocko, your complaint is duly noted and I have forwarded your grievance (that means gripe) to the proper channels.

You may also follow up directly simply by calling 1-800-who gives a rat's posterior.

Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention.

Without your diligent efforts to seek out these atrocities,(that means really bad things) they would most likely go unnoticed.

[jocko]

wellat least u described those big ass words for me. Normally I would have been insulted but not now.Its a wonderful world we live in. Is a rats posterior the same as a rats ass??? Just sayinu shouyld really say what u mean. I realize I am a majority of ONE but

[BEARDOG]

Mr. Jocko, your complaint is duly noted and I have forwarded your grievance (that means gripe) to the proper channels.

You may also follow up directly simply by calling 1-800-who gives a rat's posterior.

Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention.

Without your diligent efforts to seek out these atrocities,(that means really bad things) they would most likely go unnoticed.

That is perfect Col B...You definitely have a future in customer service! :rolleyes:

[Bawanna]

Thank you for your rapid response. In answer to your question I'm not certain. I shall inquire of our legal counsel and try to determine if rats posterior and rats ass are indeed the same thing.

I didn't think the word police allowed rats ass, apparently the screws have been loosened slightly.

Why just the other day I wrote shuck darn it and it got through.

Have a pleasant evening and a better tomorrow.

[Bawanna]

That is perfect Col B...You definitely have a future in customer service! :rolleyes:

Yeah all I need is a little fella to peddle the bike to make power to make my phone work and I could DO this.

If I could hear I'd be really good on the front desk of the PD. Different for sure but very good.

[b4uqzme]

Hearing is a much overrated attribute for customer service. Listening is strictly taboo. Just sayin'.

[BEARDOG]

Yeah no need to hear anything... Just babble some unrecognizable words with a 3rd world accent and you will do just fine. That's what I've come to expect from most CS dealings lately.

[Bawanna]

Supervisor recommend reboot, very pleased thank you bye bye.

[b4uqzme]

"baseball been berry berry good to me..."

[ltxi]

tmi?

Late to the party but, yeah, that's what I was be thinkin'.

[b4uqzme]

really the only 1911 I need...for now.

[CC Hoosier]

Sorry, but this image is too large for display, but here is the link:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VQXWENMLbUo/VDbk7jolp6I/AAAAAAAAACo/JcyqhoroP8w/s1600/R1%2BLog%2B1.JPG

[gb6491]

Sorry, but this image is too large for display, but here is the link:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VQXWENMLbUo/VDbk7jolp6I/AAAAAAAAACo/JcyqhoroP8w/s1600/R1%2BLog%2B1.JPG
Here's a nice, free image viewer that you can use to view, convert, optimize, crop, re-size, etc. your photos: www.irfanview.com (http://www.irfanview.com)
BTW, nice photo:)
http://i57.tinypic.com/34gk2ex.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[CC Hoosier]

Here's a nice, free image viewer that you can use to view, convert, optimize, crop, re-size, etc. your photos: www.irfanview.com (http://www.irfanview.com)
BTW, nice photo:)
http://i57.tinypic.com/34gk2ex.jpg
Regards,
Greg

Thanks Again Greg!! ;)

[Southerngunner]

Here is some of mine

The latest addition ,Dan Wesson ECO 9mm

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3943/14972397554_a76392120f.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/oP4saq)DSCF9311 (https://flic.kr/p/oP4saq) by s0therngunner53 (https://www.flickr.com/people/128080479@N06/), on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5599/15590431011_4312895a5a.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pKF2YF)DSCF9311 (https://flic.kr/p/pKF2YF) by s0therngunner53 (https://www.flickr.com/people/128080479@N06/), on Flickr
Top Kimber Micro STS 380 ACP
Right Dan Wesson C-Bob 45ACP
Middle Kimber Tactical Ultra 45ACP
Left Ruger SR1911 Commander 45ACP

[Cokeman]

How's the Micro?

[Southerngunner]

How's the Micro?
Hey Cokeman, The Micro is great its more accurate than it should be for a 2 3/4" barrel and it disappears in a pocket holster in a pair of cargo shorts, the current round count is over400 without a single malfunction:cool:
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[berettabone]

How is that tactical Ultra???????????????????

[Cokeman]

Looks cool.

[Southerngunner]

How is that tactical Ultra???????????????????
Its a fantastic pistol that has never given me any problems at all . The only complaint that I have is I personally do not care for an Ambi. safety and when I use it as my CCW I carry right side just behind my hip and I have had the safety swiped off while using my seatbelt . I have put close to five thousand rounds through this pistol and it is a joy to shoot and this particular gun is very accurate. I plan on getting a single sided safety installed soon I'm just slow to change things that work . I bought this pistol 5 years year's ago and have never thought of trading it off because I trust it and it works every time I go for it. I hope this helps.
Terry

[berettabone]

My latest project..............................

[SIGWolf]

SIG 1911 Super Target.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WrJTeZ3VYVM/VFCvczGYGDI/AAAAAAAACDg/sAHGova8PEU/w970-h728-no/SIG%2BSTGT2.JPG


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https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-H02UjvEIU-g/VFCveSSehJI/AAAAAAAACEE/bGpcl2isgk0/w970-h728-no/SIG%2BSTGT4.JPG


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[SIGWolf]

More Pics

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-e_tLDH0wlJo/VFF4cW2_ahI/AAAAAAAACMI/hPbNtEsjQnE/s720/SIG%2520STGT01.JPG


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https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-QThNjCdQJCo/VFF4dj58ymI/AAAAAAAACLo/fXJNqbajOTE/s640/SIG%2520STGT10.JPG

[SIGWolf]

More

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-uyg_iJXqVA8/VFF4dwG1i3I/AAAAAAAACLc/oU-gprGgnEw/s640/SIG%2520STGT11.JPG


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[SIGWolf]

Finale!

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eclikN9qtdc/VFF4ffaII9I/AAAAAAAACKM/TfwghaljpSE/s640/SIG%2520STGT20.JPG


https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-uZYe9eSWRrM/VFF4frqQYJI/AAAAAAAACKw/PylI4gDT1A8/s640/SIG%2520STGT21.JPG


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[CC Hoosier]

That's all the pics you have???? Sweet looking pistol......Christmas present? I'm guessing between 11-$1300.00 and worth every penny.

[Bawanna]

Hmmm? I figured more than that...................

Interesting grip concept, love the palm swells. I did a set for a fella with the same kind of setup on the front strap but they connected with no gap. Love to hold that just to see how it feels in hand.

Sure looks nice, I can tell that for sure.

[JohnR]

The only difference between this thread and porn is I actually have a chance to have what's in this thread.

[JohnR]

Goodbye, whale tail. I love my Commander, but I think I'm going to love it more with the arched MSH, spur hammer, and old-school grip safety.
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[Bawanna]

Hang a wide spur hammer on that puppy and it would be perfect.

I did the same to my Remington and really love it. I was never opposed to the Whale Tail but it's just fine without it too. Does that make me Bi-Whaletail.

[JohnR]

Didn't know they came in a wide spur, might have to check that out.

[Bawanna]

I don't think they did come with a wide spur but that don't mean it can't happen.

Greg put one on his Colt, which inspired me to put one on my Remington. I used a Auto Ordnance hammer on mine and it worked perfectly.

I don't recall which hammer Greg used but a search might find that thread.
Greg's real sharp on this stuff, when I grow up I wanna be just like him.

[Bob T]

My older 1991 is back in this thread, but I picked up this Combat Elite last spring, added a few parts and have been really enjoying it.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c163/Baatfam/ForumPics/Shooters/comat_elite-1040049.jpg (http://s27.photobucket.com/user/Baatfam/media/ForumPics/Shooters/comat_elite-1040049.jpg.html)

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c163/Baatfam/ForumPics/Shooters/comat_elite-1040047.jpg (http://s27.photobucket.com/user/Baatfam/media/ForumPics/Shooters/comat_elite-1040047.jpg.html)

[Bawanna]

That sings! I need a Colt in my toy box. I have a 42 GI but while I shoot it from time to time and it functions perfectly I just don't want to carry it and risk anything to do with losing it.

Same with the rest for that matter but more so that one.

[CC Hoosier]

sure got a perdy mouth

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jwS6kJeBczI/VFF4enhc3YI/AAAAAAAACOQ/TPB0ZhQfBYo/s720/SIG%2520STGT16.JPG

[BEARDOG]

Hang a wide spur hammer on that puppy and it would be perfect.

I did the same to my Remington and really love it. I was never opposed to the Whale Tail but it's just fine without it too. Does that make me Bi-Whaletail.

I like a whaletail... but only on hot girls :D
I much prefer having a beavertail on my 1911's. I didn't realize how much more I liked them till I got my Sig.

So when I recently did a few upgrades to my old Para P12 lightweight. I added a Wilson drop-in beavertail. It fit right in and what a huge improvement in feel and pointability.
Also added some new grips, wolff extra power recoil, and mag springs, and a steel mag release.
Now my lil'45 powerhouse is back in the carry rotation.
http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/p1245.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/p1245.jpg.html)

[CC Hoosier]

I like a whaletail... but only on hot girls :D
I much prefer having a beavertail on my 1911's. I didn't realize how much more I liked them till I got my Sig.

So when I recently did a few upgrades to my old Para P12 lightweight. I added a Wilson drop-in beavertail. It fit right in and what a huge improvement in feel and pointability.
Also added some new grips, wolff extra power recoil, and mag springs, and a steel mag release.
Now my lil'45 powerhouse is back in the carry rotation.
http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/p1245.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/p1245.jpg.html)
The Wilson Beavertail drop-in fits perfectly. Looks like factory.....nice sweet pistol. I did the whole thing with my R1...trigger, beavertail, hammer, grips (finger and panels), hammer spring, 3 1/2 lb trigger job, recoil spring, Wilson 8-round mags etc...etc. It's mostly all I shoot anymore. It's loose, smooth, and plenty accurate for me.

[BEARDOG]

My Sig Sauer 1911 Tac-Ops, and some leather rigs I made for it.

http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/P107026744.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/P107026744.jpg.html)

http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/1911cordovanHorseBlackElephantdoublesnaponmagpouch .jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/1911cordovanHorseBlackElephantdoublesnaponmagpouch .jpg.html)

And with new black/grey G10 grips.

http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/tacops2.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/tacops2.jpg.html)

http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/tacops3.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/tacops3.jpg.html)

Tac Op-timized :cool:
http://i958.photobucket.com/albums/ae70/BeardogV1/P1080059.jpg (http://s958.photobucket.com/user/BeardogV1/media/P1080059.jpg.html)

[downtownv]

Here's the one Greg Made for me...Ultra Custom only one EVER Made!
Where's Jocko's 1911's? ;)

[b4uqzme]

I finally got around to "customizing" my Sig 1911. It's funny how little things bug you but I just didn't like that silver thumb safety and slide lever. So I replaced them. I like the rest of the silver bits...I know...weird, huh? Oh and I use Wilson Combat mags now too.

First pic is before (I just wish I had some of the sunshine y'all have to make the pics look better:o)

[b4uqzme]

I never seem to get 'em clean before I snap away either :rolleyes:

[DeaconKC]

I like it b4!

[b4uqzme]

Thanks Deacon. One of the best things I did was quit using the Sig mags with the silly bumpers. Really defeats having the grip bobbed.

[berettabone]

Sig's always seem to look nice.............................................. ..............:)

[DFM914]

http://i61.tinypic.com/335d2sg.jpg

[b4uqzme]

http://i61.tinypic.com/335d2sg.jpg

^^^ good shooter! Welcome!

[Bawanna]

I have a G, it's my hands down best shooter. Love it very much.

[Southerngunner]

I did not know Ruger had released an alloy frame Commander until I saw it on the cover of a recent Combat Handguns magazine. I shouldn't have looked but it was too late so about 3 days later I was able to locate one and it came home with me. I have only put 150 rounds through it so far but there was zero malfunctions and the accuracy was surprisingly good at 15 yards. I also made a new holster for it just because.;) Opinions are always welcomed
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[Bawanna]

I held one a last month at the gunshow. I liked it a lot. Nice and light for sure but still looks good.
I was even scratching my head pondering what it would be like to bobtail it. Alloy doesn't blue I don't think, probably have to do something else.

There was an alloy Smith already bobtailed with all the bells and whistles, my son bought it for double the money but it's a nice setup too.

[WMD]

This is an older pic of my Auto Ordnance "1911 Presentation Grade". It is Royal Blue with Nickel accents. Sorry for the bad pic quality. Next time I dig it out I will try to get a better pic. On the other side of the gun, it says" Handcrafted for" and my name. It is pretty cool. Kahr was selling these for a while and I could not resist for the money. Oh..., BTW, did I mention the grips are from Bawanna's Grip Emporium? Makes it even cooler!

http://i1080.photobucket.com/albums/j332/ontarget406/New%20Grips1.jpg (http://s1080.photobucket.com/user/ontarget406/media/New%20Grips1.jpg.html)

[yqtszhj]

That pistol is nice but I have to say the grain on those grips is really really nice.

[kerby9mm]

That is a kool gun! With the beautiful finish nickel accents & personalized to you truly a custom gun. I forgot to mention the bawanna grips are awesome too but the pics I have seen of his grips are all of them are awesome.

[RCP1936]

http://www.bandb3536.com/firearms/1911srbgl.jpg

[Bawanna]

I was never terribly fond of Ruger semi's, love their revolvers. That is until these 1911's came along.

Mines a great shooter.

[CJB]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/bandersnatchreverb/Firearms/IMG_50681.jpg
Very businesslike Commander with BarSto

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/bandersnatchreverb/Firearms/IMG_5251.jpg
This was put together from a run of the mill Remington-Rand slide and BarSto barrel, with other stuff I had laying around

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/bandersnatchreverb/Firearms/IMG_53241.jpg
A little stainless Officer's with some extras. BarSto and other goodies.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/bandersnatchreverb/Firearms/IMG_5078.jpg
Throw in a Browning HP, from late 60's as I recall. Millett Dual Crimp front... which at the time they said couldn't be done. Well, not with Millett's tools... so I had to make my own.

Not seen... the 1911, no A, no 1, all complete, a very nice Colt SS series 80 with BarSto, a Springfield 4" (between Commander and Officer's) with Wilson Barrel, and a TacSol .22 tackdrivin' little 1911 with a stainless frame and steel upper.

[jocko]

some people just have no taste. Just sayin. 1911's are like the model A's. iN THE DAY THEY WERE GREAT. Now just over rated. Give me a pair of kel tec PF9's any day.. Just sayin

[jocko]

I was never terribly fond of Ruger semi's, love their revolvers. That is until these 1911's came along.

Mines a great shooter.

sure doesn't take much to excite you, does it? Just sayin

[berettabone]

Always did like those Colt Officer models in stainless.........................

[b4uqzme]

What's a BarSto? Is that where the local pub buys its liquor? :rolleyes:

[CJB]

If you gotta ask, you ain't never gonna understand.....

[b4uqzme]

Try me. I've been to plenty of bars... Just sayin'. ;)

[CJB]

BARSTO

Its what you get when you have to tip toe into your home to not get caught after being in bars. BarSto

[b4uqzme]

Ouch. Been there done that. :D

[DeaconKC]

http://i1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc372/DeaconKC/1911s%20008_zpswpvezmbd.jpg (http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/DeaconKC/media/1911s%20008_zpswpvezmbd.jpg.html)

[b4uqzme]

^^^ now you're showing off. Just beautiful right there. :yo:

[CJB]

http://i1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc372/DeaconKC/1911s%20008_zpswpvezmbd.jpg (http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/DeaconKC/media/1911s%20008_zpswpvezmbd.jpg.html)

Thats pretty slick. You might want to run down a 1911 hammer and front sight....

[DeaconKC]

Already on the hunt for the hammer and proper mainspring housing. Built around September 1917

[Iggy]

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p246/Iggy25/RZs.jpg
Pair of 10's

[berettabone]

If your a 1911 person, this is top O the line...........................nice firearms.

[Newman31Bravo]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/05/42d921b8f20d0a5d6ce51bbe8a6b99a6.jpgmy new rock island GI compact.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[DeaconKC]

Nice looking Rock Newman!

[Star7745]

My 1911 Bko box came in.
https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-0/s480x480/12790844_109837556077886_143795312465483203_n.jpg? oh=10ab00da3bd9bc2505e1dbe9e7afef45&oe=575ADA7F (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=109837556077886&set=a.107532946308347.1073741827.100011549253982&type=3)

[b4uqzme]

^^^ sweet!

[shlike]

My RIA Tactical .45 FS with VZ grips:

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/RIA1911FSTACTICAL_zps5e7da640.jpg

My new S&W 1911SC-e, with Wilson Combat Low-Profile II OWB holster:

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/1911SCe-7_zps1uiauejt.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/1911SCe-6_zpse7rhhx9x.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d138/shlike48316/1911SCe-8_zpsscghlpbg.jpg

[DeaconKC]

An ATI 1911 I just picked up on top, well made and an excellent gun, and underneath it, a Remington R1 that is eeing quite a few upgrades.
http://i1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc372/DeaconKC/100_2769_zpsxrh4t6ry.jpg (http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/DeaconKC/media/100_2769_zpsxrh4t6ry.jpg.html)

[Bawanna]

I'm seeing a lanyard loop, that has to be an add on.
I've been playing with mine of late. I really like it. It does have a little hang up right before going into battery but only if you let the slide down easy like a press check. Any kind of force at all and it rides over and goes fine.
My son has the R1 Enhanced and his has it just a bit also, not quite as bad.

Still haven't figured it out. Don't hurt anything, just bugs me.

I put a Auto Ordnance Wide Spur hammer in mine with a little Greg Guidance. I do love a wide spur hammer.

[gb6491]

Going on 3.5 years with my R1S and still digging it:cool:
http://i66.tinypic.com/hu23r7.jpg

[DeaconKC]

Yup the MSH with lanyard loop is from a friend that stippled it years ago. Nice little part of our friendship to use regularly.

[yankee2500]

My custom Colt XSE Light Weight Commander.
I did the bobtail myself and then sent it to Rob at ACW for all the machining and plating.

http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1920.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1920.jpg.html)
http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1917.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1917.jpg.html)

My STI Shadow 10mm
It started out as a 40S&W I sent the barre out to be reamed for 10mm, purchased some 10mm Officers mags and now Officers 1911 in 10mm.

http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1893.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1893.jpg.html)http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1894.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1894.jpg.html)
http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1909.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1909.jpg.html)

[Bawanna]

That Colts awesome. Looks like some Box Elder Burl for handles.

I do love a bobtailed handle, just seems to work better for me. I've bobtailed 4 now I think. Still sweat profusely prior to and during the hacksaw treatment. Last one I used a dremel and a cut off wheel, wasn't any better I still sweat.

Chanting to myself, don't screw up, don't screw up, don't screw up. But you know all that.

[Cokeman]

My custom Colt XSE Light Weight Commander.
I did the bobtail myself and then sent it to Rob at ACW for all the machining and plating.




My STI Shadow 10mm
It started out as a 40S&W I sent the barre out to be reamed for 10mm, purchased some 10mm Officers mags and now Officers 1911 in 10mm.

http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1893.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1893.jpg.html)http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1894.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1894.jpg.html)
http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp216/yankee2500/IMG_1909.jpg (http://s413.photobucket.com/user/yankee2500/media/IMG_1909.jpg.html)
What's that like to shoot?

[DeaconKC]

Very nice job on the bobtail! Debating about doing it to an ATI Commander.

[gb6491]

Here's a good looking Commander that wc145 posted on a 1911 forum:
http://i64.tinypic.com/nbdysp.jpg
There's a good story behind it (and more photos): https://forums.1911forum.com/showthread.php?t=569233
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

It's a great story, a tremendous effort by dad for a no doubt very worthy son.

Beautiful gun and a great piece of photography.

I love what they did to the muzzle crown and barrel bushing, that looks splendid.

Juries out on the grips, somebody put a tremendous amount of effort into those. They look good and are already growing on me, but took a bit to warm up to them.

[DeaconKC]

That is one of the prettiest Commanders I have ever seen, wow.

[Star7745]

Auto Ordnance 1911 BKO.
http://i63.tinypic.com/29zeulx.jpg

[gb6491]

Auto Ordnance 1911 BKO.
http://i63.tinypic.com/29zeulx.jpg
How old is that photo?
If AO has started blending all their front straps like that I might have to pick one up.
Regards,
Greg

[Star7745]

I pick up this brand new Auto Ordance BkO 1911 up last March of 2016 . The grips on handgun not factor grips they where brown so replace them with set black ones came off my fathers old Springfield Armory 1911 witch I had no trouble putting on my new Auto Ordnance. You get black box witch you see with handgun one magazine all under $500.00 dollars. I bought this handgun at Budsgunshop.com witch they had at very reasonable price brand new. They done real nice job with this handgun compare my dad own stainless steel Springfield Armory 1911 Gi was surprise see how well compare to his handgun.

[DeaconKC]

I checked out the AO 1911s at the NRA Convention and yeah, they are just as nice as the picture shows.
And Star7745 welcome to the place!

[Star7745]

Thanks for welcome DeaconKC

[Barth]

http://i1361.photobucket.com/albums/r678/barthunderwood/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/20170122_171423243_zpsfnuw0viu.jpeg

[GLOCKROCKER]

GORGEOUS! Does she shoot as good as she looks?

[Barth]

GORGEOUS! Does she shoot as good as she looks?

Just got to dance some cans across the desert floor so far.
It's freaking cold here in Phoenix - Lol.
But yes, it's a shooter :cool:

Update:
Close to 1000 rounds down the pipe.
Shot 200 Federal HST 230 JHPs this morning at the break of dawn.
Punched a ragged hole out of the bullseye :D
Functioned perfectly.
This thing is a winner!
Really like being able to disassemble with no tools.
And the factory slide release has that modification to push straight in with no idiot scratches :D
Only issue was the safety drew blood eating the web of my hand :mad:
Emailed Dan Wesson and they said there was nothing they could do to resolve that :mad:
Had my gunsmith fit a Wilson Combat Bullet Proof Tactical Safety.
Problem Solved :cool:

If I get a second 1911?
It will be a Wilson...

[jeepster09]

Here's a good looking Commander that wc145 posted on a 1911 forum:
http://i64.tinypic.com/nbdysp.jpg
There's a good story behind it (and more photos): https://forums.1911forum.com/showthread.php?t=569233
Regards,
Greg



Is that a dark blue or black ? It is really sharp.

[gb6491]

Is that a dark blue or black ? It is really sharp.
That's Colt's "Royal Blue". It's done with modern bluing salts, so I'd say the color is blue-black.
The ultra pre-bluing polish done on guns that have the "Royal Blue" finish is what gives that finish such depth (and makes it hard to capture the true color in photographs).
The "Royal Blue" polish was first done on the Python in 1955. It's available as a refinish option from Colt's Custom shop today.
Regards,
Greg

[GROTMAN]

Greg since I'm living vicariously through you.. Think you need to get a pair of those grips. Have got to be the best I've ever seen. Surely you have something you can put them on.. don't you? :behindsofa:

[gb6491]

Greg since I'm living vicariously through you.. Think you need to get a pair of those grips. Have got to be the best I've ever seen. Surely you have something you can put them on.. don't you? :behindsofa:
Not sure those are grips my style, but I do know I don't have any 1911's with that nice of finish. If I did the grips, I'd probably need to go ugly and put them on my Essex
http://i65.tinypic.com/sxeyys.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[Barth]

http://i1361.photobucket.com/albums/r678/barthunderwood/20170220_184427_zpsujtxkchj.jpg?t=1487555897

[jg rider]

[QUOTE=Barth;382762]
And the factory slide release has that modification to push straight in with no idiot scratches :D QUOTE]

Barth for those that possibly don't know, can you show the slide release mod so they can do it. I've done it on all mine

[Barth]

[QUOTE=Barth;382762]
And the factory slide release has that modification to push straight in with no idiot scratches :D QUOTE]

Barth for those that possibly don't know, can you show the slide release mod so they can do it. I've done it on all mine

I'm at the gym right now.
Here's a link with pics of the modification.
My 2016 DW V-Bob came this way from the factory and goes straight in - Easy Peasy :D
https://www.texasguntalk.com/forums/handguns/13382-quick-mod-avoid-ever-getting-idiot-scratch-your-1911-a.html

[jg rider]

This may be a better pic. This from another 1911 site. Credit goes to Log Man

Idiot Scratch Proof

This is a modification I do on just about all slide stops as it allows easy installation and doesn't affect function. It is easily done with a needle file. To install, the slide stop is positioned directly on top of the plunger and you can feel it saddle over it and push it straight in. Bingo!





http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/SLIDESTOP.jpg (http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/SLIDESTOP.jpg)


Here's a picture of it in place and ready to push straight in.

http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/slidestopinstall.jpg (http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/slidestopinstall.jpg)

__________________

[Bawanna]

I keep meaning to do that to a few of mine. I'll use this as an incentive to move it closer to the top of the list.

[Barth]

Have to make a shout out to The Finer Grain - Sarge's Grips.
It's a single guy, hand making some outstanding handgun grips.
My Honduran V-Bob grips are amazing.

I know the DW is no Wilson Combat, Ed Brown or Nighthawk.
But damn, it's dead sexy and is All Aces in my book :cool:

[Barth]

Also my 12 mags; Tripp Cobra, Wilson Combat ETM HD and DW branded Checkmate - have all been flawless.
For some reason I'm running the Tripp Cobra flush 7 rounder in the gun and twin Wilson ETM 8 rounders as reloads.

[gb6491]

I finally got around to doing a little cosmetic metal work on my RIA 1911FS in 9mm. Some filing/sanding/blasting, then a dip in the parkerizing pot, and it was ready for some VZ grips I picked up on Ebay:
http://i65.tinypic.com/qxa2bt.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

Are the Rocks cut for Novak Low Mounts or you have to do that.

Parkerizing turned out super.

[gb6491]

Thanks:)
This model come with those sights (here's a link (http://armscor.com/firearms/rock-series/rock-standard-fs-9mm/) to the current version of this model). The sights are in the style of Novak, but the front sight is cut a little differently (deeper dovetail); I'm not sure if the rear is cut differently.
Regards,
Greg

[Ken L]

Figure I should add a picture of my first 1911. Remington R1 Enhanced. I've owned a Browning Hi Power in the past, and I finally broke down and had to see what this 1911 fuss is all about. This is a sweet shooter. Real nice trigger pull and everything. Think I got a pretty good deal on it too. Sorry to say, I've been shooting it a bit more than my Kahr lately, although the Kahr still gets out to play every range session.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b370/Ken_L/IMG_2082_zpsibdgjuya.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Ken_L/media/IMG_2082_zpsibdgjuya.jpg.html)

[Bawanna]

Very nice. My son has the enhanced, I got the plain model which I wanted since I had others with all the goodies. Both are great guns and shooters.

[b4uqzme]

This may be a better pic. This from another 1911 site. Credit goes to Log Man

Idiot Scratch Proof

This is a modification I do on just about all slide stops as it allows easy installation and doesn't affect function. It is easily done with a needle file. To install, the slide stop is positioned directly on top of the plunger and you can feel it saddle over it and push it straight in. Bingo!





http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/SLIDESTOP.jpg (http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/SLIDESTOP.jpg)


Here's a picture of it in place and ready to push straight in.

http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/slidestopinstall.jpg (http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr85/logpics/slidestopinstall.jpg)

__________________



That's cool! Too bad I already got the scratch. :o

[Barth]

:cool:
http://i1361.photobucket.com/albums/r678/barthunderwood/20170220_184427_zpsujtxkchj.jpg?t=1487555897

[gb6491]

Figure I should add a picture of my first 1911. Remington R1 Enhanced. I've owned a Browning Hi Power in the past, and I finally broke down and had to see what this 1911 fuss is all about. This is a sweet shooter. Real nice trigger pull and everything. Think I got a pretty good deal on it too. Sorry to say, I've been shooting it a bit more than my Kahr lately, although the Kahr still gets out to play every range session.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b370/Ken_L/IMG_2082_zpsibdgjuya.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Ken_L/media/IMG_2082_zpsibdgjuya.jpg.html)


Very nice. My son has the enhanced, I got the plain model which I wanted since I had others with all the goodies. Both are great guns and shooters.
Nice pistol Ken L! Thanks for sharing it with us:)
Like you, Bawanna, and his son, I also have an R1 (an R1S) and find it to be a great shooter. It's one of my favorites.
Regards,
Greg

[AIRret]

I finally got around to doing a little cosmetic metal work on my RIA 1911FS in 9mm. Some filing/sanding/blasting, then a dip in the parkerizing pot, and it was ready for some VZ grips I picked up on Ebay:
http://i65.tinypic.com/qxa2bt.jpg
Regards,
Gr1eg
/1/
What a beauty! How does she shoot! Isn't it interesting that folks refer to guns as "she"!?!?! Hmmmmmmm

[Bawanna]

Somebody used those exact words asking about you. What a beauty, how does she shoot.

I think there's a connection.

[AIRret]

Somebody used those exact words asking about you. What a beauty, how does she shoot.

I think there's a connection.

Some folks I've shot with several times have told me; "If you can get that same look on your face without a gun, no one would mess with you! And that's the truth!
I'm kinda intense and focused. Shooting is serious business. Besides, what would someone expect from an inner city Detroit gal.

[thughes]

Sig 1911 Commander in stainless with rail. Apparently Sig only made a few thousand of these back in 2008, they don't appear anywhere in their catalogs or on their web site.

Spiffied up a bit with Novak sights and VZ grips.


https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1626/25696829540_6906b79744_z.jpg

https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1679/25997386725_096c404fe5_z.jpg

[AIRret]

I wonder why sig dropped them?

[thughes]

I wonder why sig dropped them?

No idea. I did some research before buying it (from a fellow member on a firearm forum) and couldn't find any info at all on "Sig stainless commander with rail" save a couple of posts on 1911.com. (https://forums.1911forum.com/showthread.php?t=219314)

---Todd

[b4uqzme]

That's hot Todd. I'm a big fan of stainless... I think Sig drifted over towards tactical black. Especially if the gun has a rail. I think I like yours better. Nice!

[gb6491]

What a beauty! How does she shoot! Isn't it interesting that folks refer to guns as "she"!?!?! Hmmmmmmm
Thanks MB! It's always been a good shooter with very mild recoil.


Sig 1911 Commander in stainless with rail. Apparently Sig only made a few thousand of these back in 2008, they don't appear anywhere in their catalogs or on their web site.

Spiffied up a bit with Novak sights and VZ grips.


https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1626/25696829540_6906b79744_z.jpg


That's a fine looking pistol! Thanks for sharing it with us :)

Regards,
Greg

[thughes]

Thank you!

[jeepster09]

Ruger CMD and Smith SC

[DeaconKC]

That Ruger is eye-catching with that high polish!

[Barth]

Continuing to carry, shoot and enjoy the V-Bob :D
http://i1361.photobucket.com/albums/r678/barthunderwood/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/20170122_171423243_zpsfnuw0viu.jpeg

[DeaconKC]

My gunsmith promised me my ATI Commander back tomorrow from getting drilled for a bobtail. The rest will be up to me. Wish me luck!

[Bawanna]

Piece of cake Deacon. Getting that hole in the right spot is 95% of the battle.

The rest is easy once you built up your nerve to hacksaw or dremel cut on your pretty gun.

I think I've done 4 I think. It's still tough. A lot of chanting, don't screw up, don't screw up, don't screw up.

[DeaconKC]

He didn't get it done today, but that is because the replacement bobbed MSH from Fusion is to well made! Gonna take a couple more days to be fitted properly and drilled. Actually the cutting, shaping and filing doesn't really worry me, my Dad was a machinist, so I grew up in a job shop! Knew how to run Bridgeport lathes and mills when I was 12 years old!

[tpelle]

Here's my several-year-old PKZSE 1911 that has undergone a few changes, most visibly the MGW sights and a surplus G.I. stamped and welded trigger:

https://i.imgur.com/UKSXkFD.jpg?1

I have a thread on this forum where I discuss this GREAT pistol in more detail:

http://www.kahrtalk.com/showthread.php?32080-Long-Term-Support-PKZSE

[CPTKILLER]

Mine in 38 Super. It is an accurate and reliable pistol.

[got2hav1]

Dan Wesson V Bob my favorite and only remaining 1911.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/JAGRRc.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnJAGRRcj)

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/Brdnpy.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnBrdnpyj)

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/924/cQRvwE.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pocQRvwEj)

[dao]

Looks like a piece of art. Nice gun!

[BirdsThaWord]

Ruger CMD and Smith SC
Are my eyes deceiving me, or are your Ruger serrations cut like a Coonan? Love the barrel jeweling too!

[BirdsThaWord]

15853
Here’s my current 1911 gathering. Lower left is my current “project” that is half sanded for polishing. Going to put a trigger and sights on it too. So much to do still! : )

[gb6491]

Nice collection BirdsThaWord! :)

[BirdsThaWord]

Nice collection BirdsThaWord! :)
Thanks Greg! I don’t know why, but I want more! :crazy:

[Bawanna]

Your ok, that's normal. So many guns, so little time/money.

[BirdsThaWord]

Your ok, that's normal. So many guns, so little time/money.
Man aint that correct!?!?

[gb6491]

I mostly prefer short triggers on my 1911-A1ish pistols, but there are exceptions. I've have been playing with a longer trigger on my Kimber Target.
I also went with some thicker grips on it. These grips break from traditional style a tiny bit. So far, it's not a bad feel.
https://i.postimg.cc/R0m3DZPc/kt1a-1000-copy.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/MGYYs4Yp/kt2-1000.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

You better break out the chainsaw file and make a notch for the mag release. I've done that before several times. Fortunately I caught it before I sent them off.

I've often thought of making some similar to that, just to be unique and different but I see somebody done beat me to it.

I did make a set where the wood came around the front down near the mag well. Forcing a high hand hold. Felt great. Tough to make and with wood I'm not sure how durable they would be. I made them for somebody here a few years back, can't remember now.
I started to make myself a set, I'll have to check the drawer and see if I still got them.

[ESAFO]

15855

15856

15857

15858

http://i955.photobucket.com/albums/ae35/ESAFO/Guns/20170202_175541-1_zps14bitwmn.jpg (http://s955.photobucket.com/user/ESAFO/media/Guns/20170202_175541-1_zps14bitwmn.jpg.html)

http://i955.photobucket.com/albums/ae35/ESAFO/Guns/20170221_123933-1_zpsn2bhxzmt.jpg (http://s955.photobucket.com/user/ESAFO/media/Guns/20170221_123933-1_zpsn2bhxzmt.jpg.html)

[Bawanna]

I had a Smith 4516, it was a great gun, not sure why I no longer have it, another one I regret parting with.

Been pondering a Rock 9mm among others lately. They seem to have risen in price considerable in the last few years.

Heard folks have pretty good luck with them.

[gb6491]

You better break out the chainsaw file and make a notch for the mag release. I've done that before several times. Fortunately I caught it before I sent them off.

I've often thought of making some similar to that, just to be unique and different but I see somebody done beat me to it.

I did make a set where the wood came around the front down near the mag well. Forcing a high hand hold. Felt great. Tough to make and with wood I'm not sure how durable they would be. I made them for somebody here a few years back, can't remember now.
I started to make myself a set, I'll have to check the drawer and see if I still got them.
These grips are thick enough through that area to allow inletting to accommodate the latch.
https://i.postimg.cc/Rh8Ghk0d/ginlet.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
That set you described making sounds like some Fitz and Pointer made back in the day. I believe both companies made theirs out of plastic.
KSD Custom grips makes something similar and quite a bit like the grips on my P210.
https://i.postimg.cc/d0Z9SsJ9/ksd.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

[ESAFO]

I had a Smith 4516, it was a great gun, not sure why I no longer have it, another one I regret parting with.

Been pondering a Rock 9mm among others lately. They seem to have risen in price considerable in the last few years.

Heard folks have pretty good luck with them.
Yes I love the older gen Smith's & yes the Rocks are solid built tanks.
People either love or hate the Rock Islands, yeah prices have gone up a bit with popularity.

[gb6491]

I had a Smith 4516, it was a great gun, not sure why I no longer have it, another one I regret parting with.

Been pondering a Rock 9mm among others lately. They seem to have risen in price considerable in the last few years.

Heard folks have pretty good luck with them.
I agree on the 4516 and keep one at the ready under the workbench:behindsofa:
https://i.postimg.cc/tChtKqnq/4516-2.jpg (https://postimages.org/)screenshot windows (https://postimages.org/app)

Get a Rock! My 9 has been an excellent gun:)
http://i65.tinypic.com/qxa2bt.jpg
For plinking fun, one of these (or ATI's less expensive equivalent) and +4 followers will do nicely:hippie:
https://i.postimg.cc/g2WL83Jd/sig-1911-22.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

These grips are thick enough through that area to allow inletting to accommodate the latch.
https://i.postimg.cc/Rh8Ghk0d/ginlet.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
That set you described making sounds like some Fitz and Pointer made back in the day. I believe both companies made theirs out of plastic.
KSD Custom grips makes something similar and quite a bit like the grips on my P210.
https://i.postimg.cc/d0Z9SsJ9/ksd.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

I thought about that mag release being inletted after I hit send, no way that would have got by you.
The grips I described are very much like the 210 only mine were solid and met in the front. They were quite comfortable at least for my size hand.
I looked this morning and can't find them anywhere, I thought I'd made at least part of them when I did the set for a member so I'd have kind of a pattern. Thought sure I had them but they are hiding good.

[BirdsThaWord]

Niiice guys! Ya’ll make me want MORE, MORE, MORE!

Greg, KSD makes some of the most amazing grips I’ve seen and that set really makes your gun!!!

[gb6491]

Niiice guys! Ya’ll make me want MORE, MORE, MORE!

Greg, KSD makes some of the most amazing grips I’ve seen and that set really makes your gun!!!
Sorry, I didn't mean to imply those KSD grips are on my gun. I don't have a set of their grips.

However, I think those grips look similar to the set that came on my SIG P210 (see photo below):
https://i.postimg.cc/YSSjLtz5/the4p-copy1000.jpg
I think the P210 should be right at home in this thread because it has a bit of 1911 feel to it:)
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

Plus it's one of the most beautiful guns I've ever seen and I never tire of looking at it.
It fits well in any thread.

[gb6491]

Plus it's one of the most beautiful guns I've ever seen and I never tire of looking at it.
It fits well in any thread.
I'm totally on-board with you Colonel. I'm simply loving the P210A so far.
I let another friend shoot it today. He fired a magazines worth from 15 yards, shooting two handed while standing. If I hadn't watched all 8 rounds hit, I wouldn't have believed him if he had shown me the target. I cut that section out of the cardboard and will stick it on the wall of my garage:
https://i.postimg.cc/c4xNTy4d/dime.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Yep, 5 rounds through that less than dime size hole in the sticker he was aiming at.
If you want a higher resolution photo of the 210, there is one here: https://postimg.cc/cr1H0rfh

Anyway, keeping on with 1911 pics, here's my SR1911 with a short trigger and more agressive grips installed:
https://i.postimg.cc/W46FRcrX/45-1000.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
I'll also toss in a shot of my Springfield Armory 1990's Edition (that's the name on the box :) ):
https://i.postimg.cc/NfgDCtG5/90seditionplus1000xx.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

[Barth]

https://thefinergrain.com/https://thefinergrain.com/https://i.imgur.com/feSD6k8.jpg

[BirdsThaWord]

https://thefinergrain.com/https://thefinergrain.com/https://i.imgur.com/feSD6k8.jpg
Love it!

[ESAFO]

SA Stainless Loaded
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[handlebar]

my Range officer in 9mm

https://i.imgur.com/jQvmycp.jpg

[Bawanna]

Sweet! A 9mm 1911 is on my list.

[yqtszhj]

Sweet! A 9mm 1911 is on my list.

I keep telling myself that my CZ’s in SA with the safety on is a 9mm “1911” that holds 14 to 17 rounds in order to try and save money but it ain’t working.... there may be one in my future too.

[gb6491]

Sweet! A 9mm 1911 is on my list.
Nein, nein, nein, nein!
https://i.postimg.cc/brYn00Nc/p210a.jpg (https://postimages.org/)



handlebar, that is a sweet pistol and nice shooting!

[Bawanna]

Yes Mr. Greg, I'm still focused. I even asked the local shop to get me a price on one. Guy wrote back over a week later that he'd been out of town but would get me one. I was in there yesterday and no mention of getting the price for me.

I'll try the other shop and then if that fails I'll order on line and they will only get the transfer fee, that ought to teach em.

[BirdsThaWord]

Greg, I drool over that one. Would love to shoot it. I’ve been trying to find one locally, or semi locally at a price/trades I can live with, but to no avail.

[Bawanna]

There's a used one on broker at a still very reasonable price with 3 days to go. If you bid on anything, let me know so we're not having an online fisticuff ya know.
I'd really like a shiny brand new one but it near half the normal 1400 bucks a used one might not be so bad.

[BirdsThaWord]

There's a used one on broker at a still very reasonable price with 3 days to go. If you bid on anything, let me know so we're not having an online fisticuff ya know.
I'd really like a shiny brand new one but it near half the normal 1400 bucks a used one might not be so bad.
My problem is I’m heavy on the tradeables (is that even a word) right now, but not so much on the cash. Just got one of the newer, thicker barrel tactical mini 14’s (looking for a while) a few days ago at a steal ($500), so I’ve either got to work a trade/cash deal or sell those trades instead. That, or my work needs to bear more fruit so I can sneak some cash without the wife scolding me. Hope you can win it! I’m gonna go on gb and check it out!

[BirdsThaWord]

Wow! Had no idea some of them went for $4k to even $8k. I’m interested in one of the originally $1,400ish one’s. Did you see that Delta gun (9x21) That’s a beauty! I better stay off there or I’ll start listing some of mine too change things up! Lol!

[BirdsThaWord]

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[got2hav1]

So I've been on a 1911 kick lately. Landed some nice ones. Here's some pics.

Dan Wesson Valkyrie 9mm commander
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/922/lpOZpW.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmlpOZpWj)

Ed Brown Executive Carry .45
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/923/wXkfIV.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnwXkfIVj)

Dan Wesson V Bob, Guncrafter NN Bobtail commander, Ed Brown Custom .45
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/923/TfbwuT.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnTfbwuTj)

And latest Nighthawk T3 .45
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/924/1R6naM.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/po1R6naMj)
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/922/CbCmTn.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmCbCmTnj)

[BirdsThaWord]

Wow! Some REALLY nice one's you got there! Drool!!!

[got2hav1]

Thanks, blew out the gun slush fund for sure ! Especially that last one. I really like them all though. The Guncrafter and the Valkyrie are 9mm s and the rest are .45 s.

[Bawanna]

I held a 9mm Valkyrie last week in the shop, pretty nice. Had to leave it but I'll be back.

[BirdsThaWord]

Thanks, blew out the gun slush fund for sure ! Especially that last one. I really like them all though. The Guncrafter and the Valkyrie are 9mm s and the rest are .45 s.

Nice! I too shoot both the 9mm and 45 variants of the 1911, with 9mm versions being my fave as of late!

[got2hav1]

I held a 9mm Valkyrie last week in the shop, pretty nice. Had to leave it but I'll be back.

They are definitely worth a second look. Shoot lights out and with the alloy frame it's a better carry than all steel. Good looking guns IMO.

I like a clean slide , no front serrations, and nice tight checkering on the front strap. Also favor wood grips.

[gb6491]

Very nice collection gotshave1!:yo:

I think the T3 sings to me the most; looks really well done and I like that size better than either of it's either of it parents.

I cobbled together a CCO sometime back and just yesterday put some new shoes on it:
https://i.postimg.cc/gk4LMCkY/gb-1000a.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/3J7h6z4c/stag1000.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

[got2hav1]

Greg, I like the Colt. It just looks " right " with the stag grips ! The T3 is a nice one, just got it but so far I haven't been able to shoot as tight a group as I have with some of the others. But again this is my first time shooting an officer size framed 1911.

[got2hav1]

Added some nice Esmeralda grips to the T3.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/924/cPuYkV.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pocPuYkVj)

Also picked up these two. Colt Special Combat in .38 super and Springfield RO Elite in 9mm

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/922/eVOawb.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmeVOawbj)

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/923/uG8GGM.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnuG8GGMj)

[got2hav1]

Colt shoots pretty good too!

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/924/4Hyf0x.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/po4Hyf0xj)

[gb6491]

Nice! On all accounts :) That Colt sure looks like a keeper.
Regards,
Greg

[got2hav1]

Thanks, the Colt Special Combat is built in the Custom Shop . It's a nice set up .

[jeepster09]

My new 1911 meeting it's family of 357's.....

[BirdsThaWord]

Nightmare fastback? Niiiiice!

[Bawanna]

I'm not much into interbreeding and such but that's a fine looking trio Jeepster.

[Barth]

Have thought about a 1911 357 Sig (have other guns in that caliber :))
But never scratched that itch.
For my only 1911, I went with just meat and potatoes in 45 ACP.
https://i.imgur.com/feSD6k8.jpg

[BirdsThaWord]

Have thought about a 1911 357 Sig (have other guns in that caliber :))
But never scratched that itch.
For my only 1911 I went with just meat and potatoes in 45 ACP.
https://i.imgur.com/feSD6k8.jpg
Nice DW! Those grips look RITCH!!!

[Barth]

Nice DW! Those grips look RITCH!!!

The Finer Grain and Sarge's GripsVBOB Bobtail Honduran Rosewood Burl grips SLIMS - PRIMO!

[JohnR]

Morton’s Steak House meat and potatoes!

[Barth]

Morton’s Steak House meat and potatoes!

A man's got to eat, right?
https://d1t295ks1d26ah.cloudfront.net/media/pictures/files/000/011/961/small_retina/a1.jpg?1445185657

[got2hav1]

Added some Esmeralda Cocobolo grips on the Colt , awesome color and figure !

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/922/eOrorq.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmeOrorqj)

Esmeralda Inkberry on the Range Officer Elite. Different look to be sure !

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/922/YTVraq.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pmYTVraqj)

And Ed Brown smooth Cocobolo to Guncrafter No Name . Again awesome figure and nice red/orange color.

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/923/JQSTok.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/pnJQSTokj)

[Bawanna]

Inkberry almost looks like Mesquite. Similar grain and coloration. They all look nice.

[got2hav1]

Thanks, I really like wood grips especially ones with good color and grain. I decided to try the Inkberry because I wanted a lighter color for the dark frame. I like the look but if I could find the right colored Cocobolo I'd change them. Also they are thin grips so choices are limited .

[gb6491]

Very nice got2hav1! Are the Inkberry thin?

I recently got a set of stag from Ebay. I almost returned them as the left panel didn't want to go on my early Kimber Stainless Classic. I stripped a screw head (allen) trying to torque the panel in place. On a whim, I tried them on my beater Charles Daly. It has slotted screws and the miscreant panel finally went in place. I was happy with the walnut I had on Chucky, but think I'll leave the stag in place.
https://i.postimg.cc/nrW0w1rX/cd3.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/ZRKHbQy9/cd2.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

That's the one and only thing that comes between me and my wood grips. STAG! I think Chucky looks real fine wearing stag.

Getting them holes to line up perfect on any grip is the biggest challenge. If they don't push on into place and fit flush without the screws they need to be worked on. I tell myself that all the time. Screws just keep them from falling off, they don't pull them into place.

I should get my Tupperware Italian 1911 this week, not sure how I'm gonna deal with not being able to mess with the grips, maybe Krylon?

As a side note I ordered my wife a Henry American Beauty 22. Pretty thing it should be here about the same time so I can take her with me and she can do her own paperwork. Said that was on her bucket list, but maybe not, she wanted to do it all by herself, guess I helped on this one so maybe it don't count.

[gb6491]

Yep, I'm liking the stag on Chucky.

I agree with you on the screw thing, but the fit was so darn close that I gave pulling them in place a try. It worked in the end, but I was lucky that a Torx bit turned that damaged Allen head screw out. I'm thinking if one is to try this, at least use slotted screws.

I'm fond of my Italian. I'm not sure if I would call it an Italian beauty, but it's built well and, even though it's quite a bit lighter, it feels right in hand. With that, I guess beauty is just a throw of the light switch away.

Speaking of beauty........oh my
https://i.postimg.cc/KvLj0r0w/American-Beauty-hero-retouched-1-scaled.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
That carries some serious brownie points! You are a darn fine husband Colonel:yo:

Regards,
Greg


BTW, there's always stippling.

[got2hav1]

GB, yes the Inkberry grips are the thin style. I ordered a set of Stag off ebay but once I got them I didn't like how they looked. If I could find a good set I'd love to have Stag. By the way Chucky looks quite handsome wearing Stag.

[Bawanna]

That's an issue with stag, I like thin grips very much but it's darn hard to find thin stag. After a very long time and many attempts I finally pulled off a few stag grips of my own and see why it's so hard to make them thin.

Just finding the right piece and getting a good fit and proper coverage on the frame is a challenge. Don't know how the pro's do it.

There are some decent fake stag grips that can be found thin but while they don't look too bad, they are still fake, it's like messing with mother nature or something, just isn't right.

[got2hav1]

The ones I got were in fact fake Stag. They just didn't do it.

[Bawanna]

Yep, I'm liking the stag on Chucky.

I agree with you on the screw thing, but the fit was so darn close that I gave pulling them in place a try. It worked in the end, but I was lucky that a Torx bit turned that damaged Allen head screw out. I'm thinking if one is to try this, at least use slotted screws.

I'm fond of my Italian. I'm not sure if I would call it an Italian beauty, but it's built well and, even though it's quite a bit lighter, it feels right in hand. With that, I guess beauty is just a throw of the light switch away.

Speaking of beauty........oh my
https://i.postimg.cc/KvLj0r0w/American-Beauty-hero-retouched-1-scaled.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
That carries some serious brownie points! You are a darn fine husband Colonel:yo:

Regards,
Greg


BTW, there's always stippling.

Addition to the story, I forgot our anniversary:eek: It was yesterday. Fortunately the Henry should be here soon, got a text that my gun was ready for pickup but didn't say if it was the Henry or the EAA Witness. Few days early for the county approval so maybe it's the Henry and I can use it for damage control. Funny she didn't even say anything yesterday and don't even seem mad! I'm still sleeping with a metal garbage can over my upper body tonight so she can't get at my throat to easy with a knife.

[dao]

You could tell her that you were waiting to see if SHE remembered Colonel. That might work, once. :)

[gb6491]

Addition to the story, I forgot our anniversary:eek: It was yesterday. Fortunately the Henry should be here soon, got a text that my gun was ready for pickup but didn't say if it was the Henry or the EAA Witness. Few days early for the county approval so maybe it's the Henry and I can use it for damage control. Funny she didn't even say anything yesterday and don't even seem mad! I'm still sleeping with a metal garbage can over my upper body tonight so she can't get at my throat to easy with a knife.
https://i.postimg.cc/QtGCPXWG/will.gif (https://postimages.org/)
Maybe, one eye open as well!

[Bawanna]

The little Henry didn't do much to put out the flames but they die out eventually anyhow. I took her down to do the paperwork herself and alas because she's a permanent resident alien they got a delay. Eventually the shop owner just told me to fill out the paperwork so we could bring it home.
She didn't even look at it till tonight after 2 days.

Alas I was playing with it showing her how it works and I'm blown away how slick this thing works and cycles. The lever is so smooth and the trigger is perfect. It's real solid actually kind of heavier than it appears. Beautiful little rifle and I think she's going to love it. I'll work at hanging it on the wall tomorrow next to it's big brother.

[Bawanna]

Yep, I'm liking the stag on Chucky.

I agree with you on the screw thing, but the fit was so darn close that I gave pulling them in place a try. It worked in the end, but I was lucky that a Torx bit turned that damaged Allen head screw out. I'm thinking if one is to try this, at least use slotted screws.

I'm fond of my Italian. I'm not sure if I would call it an Italian beauty, but it's built well and, even though it's quite a bit lighter, it feels right in hand. With that, I guess beauty is just a throw of the light switch away.

Speaking of beauty........oh my
https://i.postimg.cc/KvLj0r0w/American-Beauty-hero-retouched-1-scaled.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
That carries some serious brownie points! You are a darn fine husband Colonel:yo:

Regards,
Greg


BTW, there's always stippling.

We took the American Beauty out in May while over at the lake. It's a keeper, slickest lever action I've ever held and plumb accurate. Wife is pleased.

[Wavygravy]

New member here -- here's my Colt Wiley Clapp edition LW Commander....

https://i.imgur.com/Ie45PSw.jpg

[BirdsThaWord]

She’s a beaut Wavy! Love it! Welcome to the forum as well :D

[Bawanna]

That's really nice. The commander makes a perfect carry gun in my feeble small opinion. Just that little bit shorter barrel makes a ton of difference to me.

[dao]

I think a lot of us feel the same way Colonel.

Nice pistola Wavy, and welcome to the board!

[Wavygravy]

Thanks, fellers. Yes, it's a beaut but I shoot it a lot and carry it a good bit of the time, especially during flannel shirt (cover) season, which is about 7 months/year here.
I agree that the 4.25" barrel and much lighter weight (30 oz) than a government model makes all the difference for carry.

[dao]

You mention something that to me is the silver lining of the Fall season. Wearing heavier shirts means we can carry larger guns :o)

[getsome]

New member here -- here's my Colt Wiley Clapp edition LW Commander....

https://i.imgur.com/Ie45PSw.jpg

That is beautiful Wavygravy, about 4 years ago I had a gun shop install night sights on a M&P .40 that I was really having a hard time trying to like and when I picked it up I noticed they had two very pretty blued Colt .1911 pistols in the case, one a Commander and the other a Government model……Both had original size safety levers, long triggers and back straps like Mr. Browning designed them……I paid for my M&P sight work and about half way home when I couldn’t stop thinking about those Colts I turned around and went back to trade for the Commander…..I lost a ton of money doing it but I’m happy I did because every real handgun loving red blooded American needs a Colt 1911 and while mine is nothing fancy, it has found a forever home……..My only regret is that I didn’t buy the full size Government model they had in the case to go along with it……..

[Bawanna]

There ya go, 2 is 1 and 1 is none or something like that. I love my Governments but the Commanders carry so much nicer, just that 3/4" makes a world of difference. Perhaps if I was vertical it wouldn't matter so much but sitting full time that barrel gets in the way. I'd carry the government all the time if it worked better. Still do pretty often.

[hardluk1]

I also have a colt 04840WC like Wavygravy has . I was not looking for this pistol when I stopped by our general store but ended up helping our shop owner straight'n up his firearm stock room and found this misplaced colt box dated from December 2015 that fell back behind a bunch of glucks for at some point so the owner checked his cost and solid it to me for a ffl fee over his cost . Its been finally been my my daily carry for 3 years now .

Still have a ct45 running with 1911 mags since july 2015 but its only been my foul weather carry . I did call kahrs costomer service and ask if the ct45 was 45 super capable and was told after some input for others that it was . Anyhow no long expect much of anything new out of kahr after the long slide ported barrel optic ready debacle but I was told something might be coming ?

[Bawanna]

I'd love to add a Colt Lightweight Commander to my wardrobe. I have several government models (prior to the flood) but the commander size for some reason carries much nicer for me sitting full time. Just that tiny little bit shorter barrel makes a difference. I only had a couple of the commander size (prior to the boat incident). I do love the government size but again the commander carries nice and a light weight would be even better yet.
I know many of the big name shooter dudes practice with steel guns and carry lightweights. Some shoot so much they practice with 9's and carry 45's, easier on the hands and wrist.

[hardluk1]

Started CC'n with officer model back in'88 in south west forida and my first 1911 was a mixed parts number agentine 1927 and learn to tune mags back then . Guess 1911's are why I dislike a gluck and so found of 18* grip angles for carry . Also have 18 years using a comp-tac neutral and now a mtac . It just feels natural . And its hard for me to still find any love for kahr arms today . Might check back in a couple months .

[gnappi]

Some I know of on other sites need a wider screen and wide angle lens :-)

[gb6491]

Still one of my favorites and close by as I type this:typing:
https://i.postimg.cc/c1YTPcR2/stagtrp2-copy.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[BirdsThaWord]

Still one of my favorites and close by as I type this:typing:
https://i.postimg.cc/c1YTPcR2/stagtrp2-copy.jpg
Regards,
Greg
Good seeing/hearing from you Greg! Nice looking Springer. Love the honest wear!!!

[dao]

Good honest wear. A badge of honor. How you doing Greg?

[gb6491]

Good seeing/hearing from you Greg! Nice looking Springer. Love the honest wear!!!
Thanks! I enjoy viewing your work. Very nice job on the grips you posted recently.


Good honest wear. A badge of honor. How you doing Greg?
Doing good boss, thank you for asking. Hope all is going well for you and yours.

Regards,
Greg

[BirdsThaWord]

Thanks! I enjoy viewing your work. Very nice job on the grips you posted recently.
Regards,
Greg
Thanks a bunch man! :cool:

[BirdsThaWord]

I never thought a 22 could be so sexy! (From Eagle Grips website). I woulda tightened up the tape up job beneath the take down/slide stop (needed a little contour to match the frames lines) before the bead blasting, but pure beauty to me otherwise.
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