The 1911 thread

[bulldogs2k]

Doesn't the spring soften up over time with use?  I'll get you those pics tomorrow since I just got back from class. 

[ducatiz]

Doesn't the spring soften up over time with use?  I'll get you those pics tomorrow since I just got back from class. 

yes it does, but it takes a LONG time.  i have a 1943 M1 with an original USGI spring in it...  and the decline is very very gradual, inverse hyperbolic i believe

[DRKWNG]

Lots of good spring related info here:

http://forums.1911forum.com/showthread.php?t=209254&highlight=pounds

[Speedbag]

if you want to practice plinking with your 1911, consider the Ruger 22/45.  it's a Ruger standard model with a grip and controls very similar to the 1911.

about the same price as a 22 conversion and you get a second iron.

Anybody got one?

[ducatiz]

Anybody got one?

I have one.  I don't use it much anymore though, I prefer using the Government Model with a 7" bull barrel.  My 22/45 has a 4" barrel, but it is very useful for practicing the 1911 system and getting used to shooting for newbs.

http://www.ruger.com/Firearms/FAFamily?type=Pistol&subtype=Rimfire%20Autoloading&famlst=54

I have put probably 20000 rounds thru my Gov Model and you'd never know it.

[cyrus buelton]

I can't wait for my new .45 to arrive 

[ducatiz]

I can't wait for my new .45 to arrive 

is that the one you ordered with a little pink bow and a Hello Kitty grip?

[cyrus buelton]

is that the one you ordered with a little pink bow and a Hello Kitty grip?

Yes, how'd you know??

[DRKWNG]

Yes, how'd you know??

Good lord, what's the world coming to?  JDM spec firearms!   

[bulldogs2k]

can anyone suggest a good .22lr wheel gun thats cheap, I want a wheel gun for my collection and the .22lr for all day fun at the range!  I want to use it for plinking since .45 ammo is kinda crazy. 

[bulldogs2k]

here the pics ducatizzz:

[ducatiz]

can anyone suggest a good .22lr wheel gun thats cheap, I want a wheel gun for my collection and the .22lr for all day fun at the range!  I want to use it for plinking since .45 ammo is kinda crazy. 

Taurus model 94

it's an 9-shot 22LR revolver available in various barrel lengths from 1.75 to 8 inches.

I have the 941 model which is 22 magnum but I wish i'd gotten the 22LR instead.

The only mod I had to do was the trigger spring, which is about 10 lbs too heavy for DA pull.

http://www.taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=384&category=Revolver

[bulldogs2k]

Is the 22 mag too rare or something like that?

[hbliam]

Got my annual catalog and pricing sheet from Wilson Combat. Holy smokes a CQB that I bought for $2K 3 years ago now sells for $2850. 

[COWBOY]

so whats the general consensus on the new Colts (1918, 1991)?  I've read Kimber is having QC problems, Wilson's are more than I'd like to spend on a 1911 (although for around that price I'm drooling over a Mark 23).