(Part 3) Top products from r/1911

Not OP but I can answer with my own experiences. It's very comfortable in a proper holster. I use the Galco Summer Comfort and it works just fine. Everyone has different body types so your mileage may vary. For what it's worth I am a fairly standard sized guy and it wears just fine with no printing or discomfort. Also have an Alien Gear hybrid coming which by my experiences with other carry guns will make it even more comfortable to carry.

Speaking of other carry guns it is considerably heavier than my polymers and pretty much outweighs anything except my GI 1911 and my full-size CZ-40P. It is not much bulkier however and given how reliable it is (mine has never had a problem with about 500 rounds through) and ease of control thanks to the extra weight I say it's one of my favorite carry pieces, and I have quite a few to choose from. If you're on the fence about one I say go ahead and snag one as everyone who has fired mine likes it just fine. I do suggest different grips however, I got mine from Amazon for less than twenty. I also had an ambidextrous safety installed too since I use can use either hand to shoot, and a skeletonized trigger since I didn't like the feel of the stock one on my skin - it was to sharp.

No it shot +p just fine before I changed the spring. I just changed it out of preference for a slightly stiffer spring. There are several companies that make good mag pouches. I use an old GI mag pouch when I'm hunting or hiking. But at the range I use a cheap blade-tech. It really comes down to what will work for you. As long as it is a reputable company making the product you should be good. I have been using this one for carry.

http://www.amazon.com/Bianchi-Russet-Single-Magazine-Pouch/dp/B0015ABYUO/ref=sr_1_12?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1409893052&sr=1-12&keywords=single+stack+magazine+pouch

You should check out Brownells: http://www.brownells.com/shooting-accessories/holsters-belt-gear/magazine-belt-pouches/index.htm?avs%7CMake_3=1911

And Mid-Way: http://www.midwayusa.com/find?dimensionids=10205

Just to give you an idea of what's out there though. If you are looking for a good holster that won't break the bank I suggest Alien Gear. They are top notch and a great value for the money. They are also one of the few companies that make holsters for railed SIG 1911's.

Then I’d keep it. Looks cool in my opinion. Definitely unique grips. If you decide to save your one-of-a-kind grips and want a unbelievably good set of bargain grips, get a pair of these: Pachmayr 02921 Signature W/Out Backstrap, Colt 1911 Combat https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RZ0HRE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_idZZCbPKHAY4Q

I was able to get a new one for $420 in late October and have been mostly impressed with it! The only thing I didn't like about it was changing out the cheap plastic grips to Magpul grips. The grip screws are Allen screws which are notorious for stripping easily. I ended up having to break one of the grips to get it off, and use a dremel to get the stripped screw out, which ended up pulling the grip screw bushing with it. Then managed to strip 2 on the bushings (less than common occurrence but does happen). Had to take a dremel to one of those to get it out of the frame. I have since replaced most of them with Strike Ind bushings and VZ torx screws and have not had a single problems since.

The gun itself is great! Shoots well, works fine with factory Taurus mags, Remington and Chip McCormick mags. The trigger feels solid. I've out at 500 rounds through it and haven't had a single FTE, FTF, or any other issue.

Depends on what you're going to use the holster for.

I have a Galco Combat Master just for range use and it can also double as a conceal carry holster if I'm wearing a coat or sweatshirt, though it can poke out a little since it's OWB. I've been pretty happy with it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018TKNI6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s04?ie=UTF8&psc=1

$279 on amazon.. its like 329 on their site... lol

I have this itac for mine and i love it. http://www.amazon.com/Defense-Retention-Paddle-Holster-1911s/dp/B001T7F3SM

I purchased both of my 1911s on GunBroker. Depending on the date, how original it is and of course the condition of the piece you can spend from $1,000 upwards of $15,000. Mine were both between the $2-$3k range. I've seen guns with worse finishes on them sell for more than I paid for mine.

Haunt local out of the way gunshops.

Beware a few things. Refinished guns, when you refinish a gun it's condition and value, automatically drops to NRA 20%, no matter how nicely it was done. Some unscrupulous folks try to pass off refinished pieces as "found like new in box" never fired... It's so very unlikely for an original 1911 I'd have to see some serious paperwork to back it up. I did see one recently however sell for $15,000, and it was worth every penny.

For example: Colt Model 1911 Commercial - MFD 1915 I don't know what this reserve price is but I do know this gun has been refinished both the frame and the slide, so it's not worth more than $900 to me. Admittedly sometimes the person selling it doesn't even know the history.

Beware of claimed manf. dates that don't match the serial numbers in Colt records

Beware of mixed parts guns and armory rebuilds. The most obvious are mismatched frames and slides. I've seen several of those being sold as all original. Again the seller may not even know.

Get a copy of The Model 1911 and Model 1911A1 Military and Commercial Pistols. Study it.

Get your C&R from the ATF.

Before I had a Bridgeport I did it this way. I’ve found cleaning up the file marks with [these](Sand Detailer Finishing Kit, Finer Grits, 24 piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0039ZCQAK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LRJRDb077KS97) helps quite a bit

Edit: hyperlink not working, it was supposed to link to sanding sticks on amazon, just google it

Hogue Rubber Grip Govt. Model Rubber Grip with Finger Grooves, Desert Tan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003APSC84/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.IItDb65Q0T08

Big fan of these!

Not the OP, but in the same boat. What's the concensus on the Desantis?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0048KB24G/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_10?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A30DGGRQPDAP9Y
Not too bad pricewise.

There's a lot of holsters that work well for sights. Look for competition holsters. I use this for my FNX with a red-dot and a can. Works decently, as long as the magazine release doesn't get slapped.

Amazon: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/TekMat-Cleaning-Waterproof-Instructions-Armorers/dp/B0036N9A3G&ved=2ahUKEwjCwMm-spzaAhUKjVQKHd9wAxcQFjAAegQICRAB&usg=AOvVaw3JQynD4HVdYaspM9roAVsZ

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0058DC00W?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title

You can see from the pic that I cut and trimmed quite a bit. It's also "backwards" from the original design. Also, the mounting surface underneath has a large slot that needs to be filled in so you can drill one of the mounting holes. I TIG-welded a small piece of aluminum in to fill it.

Sounds complicated, but it can be done.

start here

How about a classic?

Got em here

Little guy from photo:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001DZO5G6/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1523127043&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=m21+crkt&dpPl=1&dpID=41xUOyhoD9L&ref=plSrch

Big guy:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001B70WO0/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_7?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

This is my EDC. If you attach the pocket carry clip the the bottom end of the handle it will deploy the blade by catching the hilt nubs on the pocket as you pull it out. I’ve carried this blade for 5 years.
Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) M16-14SF Aluminum Tanto Blade Serrated Edge Folding Knife https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013CJLT0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oNJYAb1ZQBF43

Not sure about buffing, but once you're done get some Renaissance Wax to give it a little extra glow and some protection, too. I use this on my nickel revolvers and blued guns.

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https://www.amazon.com/Renaissance-XTL-8004-Wax-Polish-65ml/dp/B003AJWN62/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=rennisance+wax&qid=1555420492&s=gateway&sr=8-3