I was in the 4th grade when I got to shoot a 1911 for the first time. I was shooting my uncle's Glock 9mm one-handed and thought I was bad-ass. My grandpa walked up and asked me if I wanted to shoot a real gun. Of course I said yeah. He handed me his EDC. A nickel plated Colt 1911 in 451...
I bought the hornady sonic cleaner last year. I mixed my own solution with vinegar, salt, dishsoap, and water. After the solution sat for 4 days the cleaner started leaking. Turns out the solution ate through the tank in several spots. I returned it to Amazon and have yet to replace it.
Allen, I've been wanting to build a 2011 as they seem more manageable to make then a 1911 for the limited machinest. Where do you get the castings? Thanks.
Nice work! I bought a Sig 1911 Stainless years ago and had a problem with it that caused some damage to my car in the garage. After 300- 350 rds, the hammer and sear mushroomed over. Hardness tested the parts at work and found they were in the 34-38 RhC range. Bought a drop-in Cylinder and Slide...