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Posted: 6/8/2024 2:00:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m4nut: My next full size will be a non rail. Something really elegant about them. True. I'm thinking my next 1911 is going to be a stainless, full-size in 9mm. Not sure what brand I want to go with. I liked the Colt Competition I messed with a few years ago, but I don't like the Colt billboard. Maybe a stainless TRP or Loaded if they come in 9mm. |
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Posted: 6/8/2024 2:13:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AK-12]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: haven't ordered one but on the fence about it  I want one with a rail. I am slowly coming to peace with the idea that a go-to belt or HD gun should have a mounted light. Not convinced it's needed for carry, especially since I'm usually asleep before dark. You're not wrong. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: haven't ordered one but on the fence about it I want one with a rail. I am slowly coming to peace with the idea that a go-to belt or HD gun should have a mounted light. Not convinced it's needed for carry, especially since I'm usually asleep before dark. You're not wrong. I picked up a railed 5" earlier this week, it's not an Alchemy. I'll try and post it when I get home today. Not meant to be a safe thread post. Originally Posted By 11boomboom: True. I'm thinking my next 1911 is going to be a stainless, full-size in 9mm. Not sure what brand I want to go with. I liked the Colt Competition I messed with a few years ago, but I don't like the Colt billboard. Maybe a stainless TRP or Loaded if they come in 9mm. What if you went with something similar, but more exotic and traditional-like a .38 Super Auto?  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/8/2024 3:02:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: I picked up a railed 5" earlier this week, it's not an Alchemy. I'll try and post it when I get home today. Not meant to be a safe thread post. What if you went with something similar, but more exotic and traditional-like a .38 Super Auto? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/509384/1000002423_jpg-3235832.JPG Mainly because I'm a poor and even .45 ACP is difficult for me to keep fed now. 
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Posted: 6/8/2024 3:23:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 11boomboom: Mainly because I'm a poor and even .45 ACP is difficult for me to keep fed now. 
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Posted: 6/8/2024 4:08:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 11boomboom: Or quality finishes, either. There hasn't been a single Colt 1911 I've handled that ever felt like it was worth more than $600. ETA: I take it back. I handled two nice Colts today. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/523928/20240604_095813_jpg-3231913.JPG This is the nicest Colt I've ever handled. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/523928/20240604_095806_jpg-3231914.JPG What was the price tag on the Nighthawk? Thats gorgeous. |
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Posted: 6/8/2024 4:11:25 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 11boomboom]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GingerShanks: What was the price tag on the Nighthawk? Thats gorgeous. I'm not sure. My buddy probably paid north of $2300 for it used. Pictures don't do it justice. It's even nicer in person. The finish is called "Smoked Nitride" and it has that worn bluing affect, but it's a Nitride finish. The Python ended up being a piece of junk, so my buddy sold it yesterday. Nighthawk Colt Series 70 |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 9:45:46 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AK-12]
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I've been trying (perhaps not trying too hard) to find a black 10mm Specialist since 2019, with other gun projects and priorities mixed in over the last few years.
 Attached FileLooking at DW's current product line on their website they now only list the 10mm model in stainless which led me to believe the black model had been discontinued. They also only list the optic ready model in .45. As it turns out, the 10mm duty coat model has been replaced by the new optics ready version (SKU: 01794) which I just happened to stumble upon when looking for a Colt in .38 Super last month. I haven't been able to shoot it yet but have a case of Magtech FMJ ready to run through it out of several Tripp mags. |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 10:44:50 AM EDT
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Nice blasters gents! Mine are all non rail, i like the elegant lines.
That nighthawk 70 series is so damn hot!!! |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 12:52:41 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 11boomboom]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: I've been trying (perhaps not trying too hard) to find a black 10mm Specialist since 2019, with other gun projects and priorities mixed in over the last few years. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/509384/1000002457-3236642.jpg Looking at DW's current product line on their website they now only list the 10mm model in stainless which led me to believe the black model had been discontinued. They also only list the optic ready model in .45. As it turns out, the 10mm duty coat model has been replaced by the new optics ready version (SKU: 01794) which I just happened to stumble upon when looking for a Colt in .38 Super last month. I haven't been able to shoot it yet but have a case of Magtech FMJ ready to run through it out of several Tripp mags. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: I've been trying (perhaps not trying too hard) to find a black 10mm Specialist since 2019, with other gun projects and priorities mixed in over the last few years. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/509384/1000002457-3236642.jpg Looking at DW's current product line on their website they now only list the 10mm model in stainless which led me to believe the black model had been discontinued. They also only list the optic ready model in .45. As it turns out, the 10mm duty coat model has been replaced by the new optics ready version (SKU: 01794) which I just happened to stumble upon when looking for a Colt in .38 Super last month. I haven't been able to shoot it yet but have a case of Magtech FMJ ready to run through it out of several Tripp mags. The same buddy I was posting about had that same model of Specialist (.45 optics ready) and the optics plate kept coming loose. He eventually got it sorted, but keep an eye on it. Even with loctite it was coming loose. Originally Posted By Fordtough25: Nice blasters gents! Mine are all non rail, i like the elegant lines. That nighthawk 70 series is so damn hot!!! It's gorgeous in person. |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 1:24:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 11boomboom: The same buddy I was posting about had that same model of Specialist (.45 optics ready) and the optics plate kept coming loose. He eventually got it sorted, but keep an eye on it. Even with loctite it was coming loose. It's gorgeous in person. They'd have to actually get plates in stock for that to be a problem lol.
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Posted: 6/9/2024 2:21:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: They'd have to actually get plates in stock for that to be a problem lol. Fair. 
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Posted: 6/9/2024 4:34:19 PM EDT
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Well, I meant to shoot my lw champion today at a match but grabbed the wrong ammo can. Son of a bitch. I stood there scratching my head about what to do. I went to my car and scrounged enough .38 to shoot the whole match with. It was a bug gun match so everyone would shoot 6 rounds with a bug then dump it and transition to their primary.
I just shot the whole match with my 3" Karl Sokol k frame. I actually didn't feel I did half bad either. Since I didn't have any pouches or support gear my first reload was kept in my mouth with the rest in my pockets. All done in the rain. My son even got in on the action. The last stage he started with his 3" k frame airsoft gun and then moved onto his highpower since his 1911s have been going fully auto lately.  Bearcamp 6/9 stage 4 |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 4:41:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Well, I meant to shoot my lw champion today at a match but grabbed the wrong ammo can. Son of a bitch. I stood there scratching my head about what to do. I went to my car and scrounged enough .38 to shoot the whole match with. It was a bug gun match so everyone would shoot 6 rounds with a bug then dump it and transition to their primary. I just shot the whole match with my 3" Karl Sokol k frame. I actually didn't feel I did half bad either. Since I didn't have any pouches or support gear my first reload was kept in my mouth with the rest in my pockets. All done in the rain. My son even got in on the action. The last stage he started with his 3" k frame airsoft gun and then moved onto his highpower since his 1911s have been going fully auto lately.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3Thk8MRpAQ |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 4:41:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Well, I meant to shoot my lw champion today at a match but grabbed the wrong ammo can. Son of a bitch. I stood there scratching my head about what to do. I went to my car and scrounged enough .38 to shoot the whole match with. It was a bug gun match so everyone would shoot 6 rounds with a bug then dump it and transition to their primary. I just shot the whole match with my 3" Karl Sokol k frame. I actually didn't feel I did half bad either. Since I didn't have any pouches or support gear my first reload was kept in my mouth with the rest in my pockets. All done in the rain. My son even got in on the action. The last stage he started with his 3" k frame airsoft gun and then moved onto his highpower since his 1911s have been going fully auto lately. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3Thk8MRpAQThere's something to be said for training with a handicap |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 4:43:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Well, I meant to shoot my lw champion today at a match but grabbed the wrong ammo can. Son of a bitch. I stood there scratching my head about what to do. I went to my car and scrounged enough .38 to shoot the whole match with. It was a bug gun match so everyone would shoot 6 rounds with a bug then dump it and transition to their primary. I just shot the whole match with my 3" Karl Sokol k frame. I actually didn't feel I did half bad either. Since I didn't have any pouches or support gear my first reload was kept in my mouth with the rest in my pockets. All done in the rain. My son even got in on the action. The last stage he started with his 3" k frame airsoft gun and then moved onto his highpower since his 1911s have been going fully auto lately. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3Thk8MRpAQNice improvisation op! I try to keep a little of my main calibers on hand in the ride in case an opportunity arises |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 4:51:03 PM EDT
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Thanks I keep a 1911 and a g17 mag in my center console with a couple speedloaders of .45 colt and .357. A box of 50 .357 under my seat and a dry box of miscellaneous. 38s there too. |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 5:34:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Thanks I keep a 1911 and a g17 mag in my center console with a couple speedloaders of .45 colt and .357. A box of 50 .357 under my seat and a dry box of miscellaneous. 38s there too. I have random magazines and stripper clips in my center console, too.
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Posted: 6/9/2024 5:42:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 11boomboom: I have random magazines and stripper clips in my center console, too. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 11boomboom: Originally Posted By 03RN: Thanks I keep a 1911 and a g17 mag in my center console with a couple speedloaders of .45 colt and .357. A box of 50 .357 under my seat and a dry box of miscellaneous. 38s there too. I have random magazines and stripper clips in my center console, too. Oh yeah, I forgot about rifle stuff. I have a 5 round 30-06 stripper clip, 30 rd ar mag, and an 8 rd m1 unblock |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 6:06:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Oh yeah, I forgot about rifle stuff. I have a 5 round 30-06 stripper clip, 30 rd ar mag, and an 8 rd m1 unblock I know I have 1 1911 mag and 1 P320 mag in there along with a couple stripper clips for an SKS.
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Posted: 6/9/2024 6:37:41 PM EDT
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Nothing wrong with a 1911.
Really, any gun made by a quality manufacturer, that you practice with regularly, is adequate. |
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Posted: 6/9/2024 6:55:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Oh yeah, I forgot about rifle stuff. I have a 5 round 30-06 stripper clip, 30 rd ar mag, and an 8 rd m1 unblock I have a couple g17 mags, a 1911 mag, at least a 3 pack of gi ar mags, and a baggie of shotgun shells lol |
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Posted: 6/15/2024 9:19:25 PM EDT
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Once a year I like to do a full tear-down of "Old Reliable" and inspect it for any issues. Still good.
Mid cleaning  Attached FilePost cleaning  Attached FileI need new grip screw o-rings. I think I have an o-ring set somewhere around here. |
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Posted: 6/15/2024 11:45:26 PM EDT
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I have been trying to carry and shoot my older SA Loaded more. I don't have a ton of rounds through it, but it's been 100% so far. It is hard to convince myself to carry this over my trusty 19.3. I'm not worried about reliability or 9mm vs 45. I just have SO MUCH Glock trigger time.
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Posted: 6/15/2024 11:47:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 103: I have been trying to carry and shoot my older SA Loaded more. I don't have a ton of rounds through it, but it's been 100% so far. It is hard to convince myself to carry this over my trusty 19.3. I'm not worried about reliability or 9mm vs 45. I just have SO MUCH Glock trigger time. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/106019/IMG_7045_jpeg-3242245.JPG So shoot it more? Fundamentals are Fundamentals |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 7:49:25 AM EDT
[Last Edit: M-60]
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Still carrying the 1911.
 I'm thinking really hard about send this gun to Nighthawk to replace the MIM parts and have it Nitrided. |
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Posted: 6/16/2024 3:22:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 103: I have been trying to carry and shoot my older SA Loaded more. I don't have a ton of rounds through it, but it's been 100% so far. It is hard to convince myself to carry this over my trusty 19.3. I'm not worried about reliability or 9mm vs 45. I just have SO MUCH Glock trigger time. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/106019/IMG_7045_jpeg-3242245.JPG Practicing draw and shoot, dry firing with snap caps helps Since having kids and having my free time decimated I have become a real big fan of realistic gas blow back replicas. Ironically I saw serious improvement training with a glock airsoft gun, having been really set in my ways on a 1911 Easy to find 10 minutes to practice draw, shoot, move, reload in the back yard, and it fit my ccw holster. Still need real range time, but when I do go to the range I feel like there are less cobwebs to shake out you might consider something like this https://store.springfield-armory.com/sa-1911-mil-spec-co2-177-bb-pistol-black/ 
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Posted: 6/16/2024 4:07:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By virgilc1984: Practicing draw and shoot, dry firing with snap caps helps Since having kids and having my free time decimated I have become a real big fan of realistic gas blow back replicas. Ironically I saw serious improvement training with a glock airsoft gun, having been really set in my ways on a 1911 Easy to find 10 minutes to practice draw, shoot, move, reload in the back yard, and it fit my ccw holster. Still need real range time, but when I do go to the range I feel like there are less cobwebs to shake out you might consider something like this https://store.springfield-armory.com/sa-1911-mil-spec-co2-177-bb-pistol-black/ https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-817iyq2gxd/images/stencil/1280x1280/products/651/1722/AV-1911MSCB4-1__14224.1661044863.jpg?c=1 Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By virgilc1984: Originally Posted By 103: I have been trying to carry and shoot my older SA Loaded more. I don't have a ton of rounds through it, but it's been 100% so far. It is hard to convince myself to carry this over my trusty 19.3. I'm not worried about reliability or 9mm vs 45. I just have SO MUCH Glock trigger time. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/106019/IMG_7045_jpeg-3242245.JPG Practicing draw and shoot, dry firing with snap caps helps Since having kids and having my free time decimated I have become a real big fan of realistic gas blow back replicas. Ironically I saw serious improvement training with a glock airsoft gun, having been really set in my ways on a 1911 Easy to find 10 minutes to practice draw, shoot, move, reload in the back yard, and it fit my ccw holster. Still need real range time, but when I do go to the range I feel like there are less cobwebs to shake out you might consider something like this https://store.springfield-armory.com/sa-1911-mil-spec-co2-177-bb-pistol-black/ https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-817iyq2gxd/images/stencil/1280x1280/products/651/1722/AV-1911MSCB4-1__14224.1661044863.jpg?c=1 Ooh, I've been having trouble with some of my airsoft 1911s. That one might be a good alternative.  Attached File j frame from the pocket |
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Posted: 6/18/2024 6:49:12 PM EDT
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Can anyone speak to the fitment of 1911s in 2011 holsters? I want something that will fit the Specialist with an X300T and RMR on it, but actual 1911 options seem a little slim. Right now the only holster I have that will fit a railed 1911 is for an M45A1 without the light attached, but since I don't have salad fingers the beavertail gets in the way of disengaging the SLS hood.
RDR Gear makes a modified Safariland 6390 for the 5" Alchemy Quantico Hicap with light and optic, most importantly with M81 cordura wrap I'm pretty sure it'll fit, but figured I'd ask before I wager $240 on it. |
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Posted: 6/18/2024 8:48:25 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GingerShanks]
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Why not ask RDR what they would recommend for a Specialist w your chosen light and optic?
In M81? |
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Posted: 6/18/2024 10:40:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: Can anyone speak to the fitment of 1911s in 2011 holsters? I want something that will fit the Specialist with an X300T and RMR on it, but actual 1911 options seem a little slim. Right now the only holster I have that will fit a railed 1911 is for an M45A1 without the light attached, but since I don't have salad fingers the beavertail gets in the way of disengaging the SLS hood. RDR Gear makes a modified Safariland 6390 for the 5" Alchemy Quantico Hicap with light and optic, most importantly with M81 cordura wrap I'm pretty sure it'll fit, but figured I'd ask before I wager $240 on it. I use a US Duty Gear Staccato XC lightbearing holster for both my Specialist with PL350 and Prodigy with PL350 and SRO. The Specialist needs about 1/2 turn more on the retention screw than the Prodigy, but overall fit and retention is the same. The USDG comes with some nice QOL improvements over the SL like getting rid of the damn muzzle rear cant. Ive also had better luck QC wise from USDG than I have SL. |
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Posted: 6/19/2024 5:33:01 AM EDT
[Last Edit: m4nut]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: Can anyone speak to the fitment of 1911s in 2011 holsters? I want something that will fit the Specialist with an X300T and RMR on it, but actual 1911 options seem a little slim. Right now the only holster I have that will fit a railed 1911 is for an M45A1 without the light attached, but since I don't have salad fingers the beavertail gets in the way of disengaging the SLS hood. RDR Gear makes a modified Safariland 6390 for the 5" Alchemy Quantico Hicap with light and optic, most importantly with M81 cordura wrap I'm pretty sure it'll fit, but figured I'd ask before I wager $240 on it. I beat the shit out of the finish of the RO. The holster DID come with a sheet of paper stating that it would cause wear.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 6/19/2024 5:36:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m4nut: I carried my RO elite Champion in a Tenicor Certum 3 for a 2011 for many years. Probably THE most comfortable holster I have ever used. I beat the shit out of the finish of the RO. The holster DID come with a sheet of paper stating that it would cause wear. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/20054/20220311_130019-1_jpg-3245095.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/20054/IMG_20221209_105308398-1_jpg-3245096.JPG It happens for sure, other than resale value I think it makes them look better.
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Posted: 6/19/2024 6:46:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m4nut: I carried my RO elite Champion in a Tenicor Certum 3 for a 2011 for many years. Probably THE most comfortable holster I have ever used. I beat the shit out of the finish of the RO. The holster DID come with a sheet of paper stating that it would cause wear. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/20054/20220311_130019-1_jpg-3245095.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/20054/IMG_20221209_105308398-1_jpg-3245096.JPG Thanks, great looking pistol btw. |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 6:02:20 AM EDT
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And again.
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Posted: 6/20/2024 9:13:24 AM EDT
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I have a package coming from Evolution Armory today. I'll update this post when it gets here
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Posted: 6/20/2024 9:56:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Glck1911: I have a package coming from Evolution Armory today. I'll update this post when it gets here I need to call them about my .38 Super. Looking forward to seeing the work! |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 10:16:16 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Glck1911]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: I need to call them about my .38 Super. Looking forward to seeing the work! It's nothing too extensive. They just touched up my Alchemy with some fitting then re-finished in Ionbond. I'm excited though. Alchemy didn't offer DLC at the time I ordered mine and I really wanted it. It’s here. Sorry, I didn't do too good of a job wiping it down before taking pictures.  Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 3:53:35 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/20/2024 3:53:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Glck1911: It's nothing too extensive. They just touched up my Alchemy with some fitting then re-finished in Ionbond. I'm excited though. Alchemy didn't offer DLC at the time I ordered mine and I really wanted it. It’s here. Sorry, I didn't do too good of a job wiping it down before taking pictures. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/507494/IMG_8910_jpeg-3246289.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/507494/IMG_8911_jpeg-3246292.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/507494/IMG_8663_jpeg-3246293.JPG Nice, who'd you have mill for the plate? Did they send you any free swag? They gave me a hat when I walked in for a bow tie cut  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 4:17:42 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Glck1911]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Nice, who'd you have mill for the plate? Did they send you any free swag? They gave me a hat when I walked in for a bow tie cut https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433221/1000001000_jpg-3246370.JPG Bueller Ballistics did the cut. Had that done last year. No free swag, unfortunately. |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 4:19:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GingerShanks: Yeah it's pretty much perfect for me now. Now it's time to shove it in my plastic holster, shoot the fuck out of it and mess up that pretty finish
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Posted: 6/20/2024 9:06:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: Nice, who'd you have mill for the plate? Did they send you any free swag? They gave me a hat when I walked in for a bow tie cut https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433221/1000001000_jpg-3246370.JPG |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 9:18:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bradd_D: I sent my Springer to EA so they could install a Kart barrel and EGW bushing. They called and recommended that I do the bowtie cut so I did. When I received my gun back they had forgotten to do the cut. They brought it back on their dime. When I got it back the second time the barrel feet were still hitting the VIS. The bowtie cut was too shallow. They brought it back again on their dime. When I got it back the third time the clearance was there, but the cut looked terrible. Like it had been cut with a worn cutter or something. The cut worked as intended so I just lived with it. As an aside, they also didn't polish the barrel throat or round the break over edge of the chamber. I had a couple of stoppages so I sent the gun to Wilson for their reliability package. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bradd_D: Originally Posted By 03RN: Nice, who'd you have mill for the plate? Did they send you any free swag? They gave me a hat when I walked in for a bow tie cut https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/433221/1000001000_jpg-3246370.JPG Well... glad they practiced on yours??? Sorry, that sucks |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 10:35:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: floof]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Glck1911: I have a package coming from Evolution Armory today. I'll update this post when it gets here I had one of those too, a package from Evolution Armory, that is. This is what was inside. Colt Special Combat Government, Carry Model.  Attached File Attached FileHere's the list of work they did: Weld up frame rails and re-fit slide to frame Checker front strap, border at top, run vertical lines off the frame at the bottom Flush cut and crown Colt NM barrel and re-fit barrel if needed FBI slide stop mod Straighten and square all frame lines Ball-cuts on slide to match dustcover lines Carry bevel on slide and frame Modify disconnector rail with slot for disconnector Install new Yost gold-line front sight - pin and match to round slide top Install new Novak adjustable lo-mount sight in rear of slide Install and fit new extractor and blend flush to end of slide Install and fit new firing pin stop and blend to slide Install and fit new extended ejector and pin to frame Install and fit new plunger tube, new barrel bushing, and new grip bushings Install and fit new solid trigger Refinish entire gun and small parts in black DLC |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 10:43:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Glck1911: Bueller Ballistics did the cut. Had that done last year. No free swag, unfortunately. Speaking of Buhler Ballistics, I was double lucky today and got this slide for the Staccato R in the mail today shortly after I picked up the custom Evolution Armory Colt SCG. I had the Chambers RDSM and disconnector rail mod done to the slide.  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/20/2024 10:45:34 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Glck1911]
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By floof: I had one of those too, a package from Evolution Armory, that is. This is what was inside. Colt Special Combat Government, Carry Model. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/43340/20240620_191106014_iOS_jpg-3246753.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/43340/20240620_201101543_iOS_jpg-3246756.JPG Here's the list of work they did: Weld up frame rails and re-fit slide to frame Checker front strap, border at top, run vertical lines off the frame at the bottom Flush cut and crown Colt NM barrel and re-fit barrel if needed FBI slide stop mod Straighten and square all frame lines Ball-cuts on slide to match dustcover lines Carry bevel on slide and frame Modify disconnector rail with slot for disconnector Install new Yost gold-line front sight - pin and match to round slide top Install new Novak adjustable lo-mount sight in rear of slide Install and fit new extractor and blend flush to end of slide Install and fit new firing pin stop and blend to slide Install and fit new extended ejector and pin to frame Install and fit new plunger tube, new barrel bushing, and new grip bushings Install and fit new solid trigger Refinish entire gun and small parts in black DLC That looks great! Really nice pistol. |
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Posted: 6/21/2024 12:10:54 PM EDT
[#47]
I’ve planned on sending my Grandfather’s Gold Cup to Evo for many, many years. Every time I come up with the funds, I wind up buying another gun.
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Posted: 7/3/2024 6:35:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ARgunner0210: I use a US Duty Gear Staccato XC lightbearing holster for both my Specialist with PL350 and Prodigy with PL350 and SRO. The Specialist needs about 1/2 turn more on the retention screw than the Prodigy, but overall fit and retention is the same. The USDG comes with some nice QOL improvements over the SL like getting rid of the damn muzzle rear cant. Ive also had better luck QC wise from USDG than I have SL. Looks like these fit QLS forks and have a similar retention mechanism to Safariland's SLS. Ordered one this morning for a Staccato XC with X300. |
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Posted: 7/3/2024 2:29:46 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GingerShanks: I’ve planned on sending my Grandfather’s Gold Cup to Evo for many, many years. Every time I come up with the funds, I wind up buying another gun. I was on the list finally got my number called and had to bow out as a result of things coming up. Oh well maybe next time. |
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Posted: 7/3/2024 4:34:00 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AK-12: Looks like these fit QLS forks and have a similar retention mechanism to Safariland's SLS. Ordered one this morning for a Staccato XC with X300. Glad to help, man. They most definitely fit QLS forks and the Level 2 bale is identical to an SLS. They are building using Safariland's old tooling/former facility/former employees. Hope it does what you need. Bonus points, with a QLS on a USDG, you can get negative cant without any extra plates, unlike Safariland. PFA: 
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