Bully 749 Posted November 14, 2014 So, next year I want to add another 1911 to the safe. I've built one in 9mm from a Fusion kit. I have a couple others that I've purchased. What should I do for the next one? If I buy, it will most likely be a Springfield TRP, non railed or the Range Officer Compact. If I build, it will be a Commander sized, in Sniper grey frame with a black slide. Blah, blah... On my Fusion, I farmed a touch of the work out, on this one I want to do everything I can. What say ye? Build or buy? Christopher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malsua 1,422 Posted November 14, 2014 Buy a 1911A1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acaixguard 37 Posted November 14, 2014 Not a simple question. How good are you at building a 1911? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted November 14, 2014 1 under my belt. Learned a lot. Willing to learn more. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gski1 3 Posted November 14, 2014 Go for the build. Many years ago, Para Ordnance only sold 1911 wide body frames. I bought one in the late 80's and sourced the parts to build out an entire pistol. It was a fun project and I learned a lot about how the gun worked. I would also like to add that I was far from mechanically inclined at the time and it was not dificult. This was before the internet and the marvels of You Tube. I would imagine there are multiple step by step vidoes on assembly and disassembly of 1911s Another bonus is you can build the pistol completely to your customized needs. Good luck either way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted November 14, 2014 I say build it and take me under your wing and teach me how to build a 1911 LOL. No really I have little spare time and your not that close to me but I would jump at the chance to learn from you. I remember the last one you built and it is one sweet 1911 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted November 15, 2014 I say build it and take me under your wing and teach me how to build a 1911 LOL. No really I have little spare time and your not that close to me but I would jump at the chance to learn from you. I remember the last one you built and it is one sweet 1911 Thank you. However trust me when I say I'm not that good. The last one I did came as a pre-fitted kit. I sanded parts to make them look good but didn't do any of the heavy lifting, so to speak. This one I will be looking to do everything but the paint. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted November 15, 2014 Are y'all messing with me??? It's a dead heat in the poll. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueLineFish 615 Posted November 16, 2014 That means you have to build one and buy one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted November 16, 2014 Are y'all messing with me??? It's a dead heat in the poll. C No dead heat now. Just buy an STI Spartan in 45acp. It'll shoot better than you and rugged. NO MIM parts and tight. Excellent customer service. Parkerized like a real 45. And it won't break the bank. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted November 18, 2014 No dead heat now. Just buy an STI Spartan in 45acp. It'll shoot better than you and rugged. NO MIM parts and tight. Excellent customer service. Parkerized like a real 45. And it won't break the bank. Blah, blah, blah... Does anyone know a good, commander sized 1911 with a steel frame they would recommend for customizing? If Springifield was still doing the Champions I would go with one. However they aren't so I am looking for something to work on if I do buy the gun. And before you say it, the Range Officer Compact is an officer sized frame, not what I want. I like the Lightweight Champion Operator but it's aluminum and I've decided it's not for me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted November 18, 2014 Blah, blah, blah... Does anyone know a good, commander sized 1911 with a steel frame they would recommend for customizing? If Springifield was still doing the Champions I would go with one. However they aren't so I am looking for something to work on if I do buy the gun. And before you say it, the Range Officer Compact is an officer sized frame, not what I want. I like the Lightweight Champion Operator but it's aluminum and I've decided it's not for me. Listen you disrespectful pup! Oak Ridge Firearms is sitting on a Colt Commander or Combat Commander! Go first class! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted November 26, 2014 So, in contradiction to the poll results I'm gonna build one, again. I'll post when I have some of the parts in hand. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Recon Racoon 49 Posted November 30, 2014 I'm stuck between building a 1911 or buying an EAA witness in .40 s&w. I really want to build a 1911, but I just don't know what tools I need and what tools would just be nice to have to make life easier. But when it comes down to it, I'd jump at a chance to build one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted December 2, 2014 I'm stuck between building a 1911 or buying an EAA witness in .40 s&w. I really want to build a 1911, but I just don't know what tools I need and what tools would just be nice to have to make life easier. But when it comes down to it, I'd jump at a chance to build one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk For tools, you can do High-Tech and get a Bridgeport and a 4 axis CNC if you like. Or, you can use files, sandpaper, and stones to do the same work, albeit a bit more slowly. Dremels are NOT your friend. Many a 1911 has been ruined with them, so on the last one I did, I only used it in cases of extreme metal removal. Fusion Firearms has kit builds where they fit the frame/slide/barrel/bushing for you. They are not the least expensive way to go but they are well fitted and will remove a lot of the anxiety for those that want the experience of a build without getting in too far. It's how I went. Now I want to go whole hog and fit everything myself. Good luck with whatever you choose. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted December 8, 2014 Frame is ordered!!! Caspian/Foster is having a sale on frames. I am getting a Foster stainless steel frame cut to Commander specs with a beaver tail and plunger tube in the box (I plan to fit EVERYTHING on this gun myself) for well under 200 dollars. I'm pretty darn psyched. Thanks to all that contributed. C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites