Could someone please point me to a book, website, or maybe a thread here on arfcom that lays out parts compatibility between the pre-70(A1?), 70 series, and 80 series.
I'm particularly interested in the pre-70 to 70 series models.
Thanks
Almost all 1911 parts are over sized and require hand fitting.
I learned the hard way, but gained a good bit of knowledge by rebuilding a colt 70 series 9mm.
Posted: 5/31/2017 5:16:52 PM EDT
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So called 70 series and pre 70 are interchangeable. Series 80 has changed to hammer firing pin and associated parts. As mentioned all 1911 parts require fitting for optimal function.
Posted: 6/1/2017 12:32:15 AM EDT
[#4]
To further muddy the waters you can convert a series 80 to use series 70 parts. A "filler" is needed to fill the gap in the slide/frame as seen from behind.
