Hi all - I own a Dan Wesson Specialist (5" railed 1911) and love it. I am considering adding a comp to the gun - this is for fun/range use, I'm not a hardcore competitor. I'm familiar with comps on rifles, but comps on handguns are new territory to me.
I understand how bushing comps work - I don't want that. SO, I'm looking at hybrid or cone comps. PLease tell me if there are other options.
So, to install these, does a gunsmith/machinist thread the barrel back behind the bushing? I also see that these styles seem to use the extended guide rod - correct me if I'm wrong.
Also, I can find parts prices (<$150 for good offerings from EGW), but what would machining cost? Do many folks opt for using a 2nd barrel to be able to switch back to "stock" easily? Thanks.
I understand how bushing comps work - I don't want that. SO, I'm looking at hybrid or cone comps. PLease tell me if there are other options.
So, to install these, does a gunsmith/machinist thread the barrel back behind the bushing? I also see that these styles seem to use the extended guide rod - correct me if I'm wrong.
Also, I can find parts prices (<$150 for good offerings from EGW), but what would machining cost? Do many folks opt for using a 2nd barrel to be able to switch back to "stock" easily? Thanks.