Custom 2011 Builds

[racegunz]

Ah at least you got a dro, that upgrade is what really caused a step change in my projects.

 

[T-DOGG]

Ah at least you got a dro, that upgrade is what really caused a step change in my projects.

One of the first upgrades I did when I got the mill. I'd be lost without that DRO. The ability to zero your position is priceless.

 

[T-DOGG]

Beginning other side this morning.

 

[T-DOGG]

A little more cleanup to go on this side. Center is done, working on the ends.

 

[T-DOGG]

Bead blasted. I see some minor sanding still needs done. Not perfect, but pretty damn cool. Still have wayy more to go on this slide: ports, top machining. Also have some frame cuts to do. More to come....

 

[T-DOGG]

 

[T-DOGG]

Switched back over to working on the STI gun this evening. Cleaned up the flat top and added some serrations with a 60 degree thread cutter. I really like the added tear drops at the ends, something I hadn't done before. Really happy with this one, probably my best top slide machining so far.

 

[NHT3]

It's extremely refreshing for me to see that there are some very talented craftsmen remaining in our instant gratification world. All the lathe and mill work I've done was pre-dro, it's amazing what can be accomplished with a little electronic assistance. Very impressive work!

 

[T-DOGG]

It's extremely refreshing for me to see that there are some very talented craftsmen remaining in out instant gratification world. All the lathe and mill work I've done was pre-dro, it's amazing what can be accomplished with a little electronic assistance. Very impressive work!

I really appreciate the kind words! I've been in that instant gratification mindset for a very long time, so this endeavor is a big change of pace for me. This is a very long process, but each little chapter has its own small reward. I'm thankful for anyone who is taking interest in what I'm doing and sharing the journey with me.

 

[T-DOGG]

Added ports into the front serrations on the slide. Done with this slide for now until I get a new cutter to finish trim work around the cocking serrations and the final touch will be a french border.

*Not planning on porting the barrel.

 

[WebSnyper]

Added ports into the front serrations on the slide. Done with this slide for now until I get a new cutter to finish trim work around the cocking serrations and the final touch will be a french border.

*Not planning on porting the barrel.

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Since you said not porting, just an aesthetic choice to port the slide?

 

[T-DOGG]

Since you said not porting, just an aesthetic choice to port the slide?

Yup. Kinda like a fake suppressor, just for looks. There is some lightening benefit, but I'm going for cool points.

 

[WebSnyper]

Yup. Kinda like a fake suppressor, just for looks. There is some lightening benefit, but I'm going for cool points.

Cool. I'm curious, you thinking about adding some color to these down the road?

 

[NHT3]

Obviously porting at that angle wouldn't be very effective but you might consider revisiting that in the future, could be big advantage on a 10MM

 

[NHT3]

I really appreciate the kind words! I've been in that instant gratification mindset for a very long time, so this endeavor is a big change of pace for me. This is a very long process, but each little chapter has its own small reward. I'm thankful for anyone who is taking interest in what I'm doing and sharing the journey with me.

I don't know what your "day job" is but I believe there's a place in the market for someone with your skills.. Wish you were closer but fortunately AllenM is in my orbit if I need anything. I hope I'm wrong but it seems that people that understand attention to detail and take pride in their work are a dying breed. Seeing what you are doing and what I know Allen is capable of gives me hope.

 

[wingrider1800]

Yup. Kinda like a fake suppressor, just for looks. There is some lightening benefit, but I'm going for cool points.

Great work. Whatchu gonna do when you're finished?

 

[T-DOGG]

Cool. I'm curious, you thinking about adding some color to these down the road?

The ports will just be whatever color the slide gets. The contrast between the barrel and slide will show the ports well.

 

[T-DOGG]

I don't know what your "day job" is but I believe there's a place in the market for someone with your skills.. Wish you were closer but fortunately AllenM is in my orbit if I need anything. I hope I'm wrong but it seems that people that understand attention to detail and take pride in their work are a dying breed. Seeing what you are doing and what I know Allen is capable of gives me hope.

Day job is in a completely different and unrelated industry. I work remotely from home at a computer desk 40 hours per work, all while dreaming about my after work adventures. I'd do this gunsmithing and scrap metal art for a living, but hard to walk away from a senior position after 11 years, even if it is boring and mostly annoying.

 

[T-DOGG]

Great work. Whatchu gonna do when you're finished?

I guess shoot em? Then I have front strap checkering and metal stippling (by hand) to learn on my 1911's. Then a Tisas Tank Commander in 9mm to buy and bobtail. Then after that? Don't know.

 

[WebSnyper]

The ports will just be whatever color the slide gets. The contrast between the barrel and slide will show the ports well.

Yeah, I was thinking color over all and that specifically between barrel and slide contrast. Not the ports specifically. I should have been more clear in my question.

Looking great.