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UT, USA
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Posted: 8/14/2023 12:25:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Just10mm]
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Posted: 8/16/2023 10:16:21 AM EDT
[Last Edit: airgunner]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Just10mm: https://imgdump5.novarata.net/iv4bjq.jpg I like that one /\ a lot.  @Just10mm Deets? Is that an ACW? |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 8/16/2023 11:22:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By airgunner: I like that one /\ a lot. @Just10mm Deets? Is that an ACW? It is indeed an ACW. I ordered it as a Prime with all the options except the magwell, as soon as I took delivery I regretted not getting the magwell and ordered one from Stan Chen. The grips are hard maple from Woodcaliber.com, the grip screws are nitre blue from Derr precision that I clocked the slots. I have put 200 rounds of my swc through her and the fit, finish and handling are beyond my expectations. It is remarkable in every way and I plan on shooting it regularly for the rest of my life. Thank you, my grail gun as it were.
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Posted: 8/16/2023 11:43:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Just10mm: It is indeed an ACW. I ordered it as a Prime with all the options except the magwell, as soon as I took delivery I regretted not getting the magwell and ordered one from Stan Chen. The grips are hard maple from Woodcaliber.com, the grip screws are nitre blue from Derr precision that I clocked the slots. I have put 200 rounds of my swc through her and the fit, finish and handling are beyond my expectations. It is remarkable in every way and I plan on shooting it regularly for the rest of my life. Thank you, my grail gun as it were. It's a beautiful gun, classy and all business. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 8/16/2023 7:04:44 PM EDT
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Hit my 10mm slide with a couple of applications of Presto Black, turned out not too bad for a cold blue on stainless. Might do the frame, might not. Next on the list is a S&A Magwell and stainless safeties.
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Posted: 8/17/2023 6:57:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By proffett: Hit my 10mm slide with a couple of applications of Presto Black, turned out not too bad for a cold blue on stainless. Might do the frame, might not. Next on the list is a S&A Magwell and stainless safeties. https://i.imgur.com/xg2cRp4.jpg You mean the Birchwood Casey stuff? |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 8/17/2023 8:17:26 AM EDT
[Last Edit: proffett]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: You mean the Birchwood Casey stuff? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1KSJH2J ETA: Apparently they are related, two branches of a parent company or something like that. Makes sense, I guess. I think the stuff I used this time around was a much better product than the Birchwood Casey Cold Blue I've used in the past. |
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Posted: 8/17/2023 10:51:51 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: It's a beautiful gun, classy and all business. 
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NV, USA
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Posted: 8/23/2023 2:30:57 PM EDT
[Last Edit: para_frame]
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So many stunning 1911s in here.
Here is my SA Milspec I built/assembled/hacked when I lived in California and couldn't really just order exactly what I wanted, affordably at least. Milled for Bomar rear sight, beaver tail fitted, smoothed and tightened action, C&S tactical II sear/disconnector/hammer kit and other tweaks. It isn't pretty but it runs great, so its basically a Glock.  It has had a tough life shooting USPSA and IDPA with a less than rigorous cleaning and maintenance schedule but it has served me well. It's definitely one of my "save in the event of a fire" items. 
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Posted: 8/26/2023 5:38:41 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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Went back to the OEM mainspring housing on my Baer. Surprisingly, the grips are Hogue Goncalo Alves.
 
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Posted: 8/27/2023 3:26:51 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/28/2023 11:29:28 PM EDT
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CO, USA
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Posted: 8/29/2023 8:33:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By doubleclaw: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/48960/A68D95AF-E322-4279-AF5E-21B72A62D829-2869490.jpg |
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Posted: 8/29/2023 8:18:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By proffett: What holster is that for the Commander? That looks like an Incog. |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 7:35:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Just10mm: https://imgdump5.novarata.net/k9ir3k.jpg https://imgdump5.novarata.net/y3crqj.jpg @Just10mm GOTTDAMN that's a clean looking gun! go put a metric ton of honest wear on it. I've been wanting an ACW for years. I am currently saving up money for night vision but I'll be damned if I don't have saved just enough to get the ALchemy I want, and I have a milestone birthday coming up next month
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UT, USA
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Posted: 8/30/2023 3:36:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: @Just10mm GOTTDAMN that's a clean looking gun! go put a metric ton of honest wear on it. I've been wanting an ACW for years. I am currently saving up money for night vision but I'll be damned if I don't have saved just enough to get the ALchemy I want, and I have a milestone birthday coming up next month Lol, working on it my man, got another 200 rounds through her and what a machine. The more of a feel I get for it, the more I appreciate the craftsmanship. I had a milestone myself, I say YOLO. 
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Posted: 8/30/2023 4:59:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Just10mm: I had a milestone myself, I say YOLO. Not helping :-/ I paid off my student loans (med program) and turn 40 this year. NV seems more practical but damn if these don’t look good. |
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Posted: 8/30/2023 5:22:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: Not helping :-/ I paid off my student loans (med program) and turn 40 this year. NV seems more practical but damn if these don’t look good. In the 4 months it takes to arrive, you can save up for your NVGs. Best to get it while you're still young enough to enjoy it. |
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USA
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Posted: 8/31/2023 12:47:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: rmEnjoyer]
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hi
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Posted: 9/2/2023 3:08:27 AM EDT
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WA, USA
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Posted: 9/4/2023 2:44:52 PM EDT
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WI, USA
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Posted: 9/4/2023 7:31:04 PM EDT
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My Springfield Loaded Operator.
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Posted: 9/6/2023 6:34:49 PM EDT
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My humble P14-45 Ltd
Given to me by my father (happily still with us); if it was good enough for a Green Beret, its good enough for me!  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/12/2023 3:15:07 PM EDT
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1911 life. Only 1 four-five though.
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Posted: 9/13/2023 12:59:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Went back to the OEM mainspring housing on my Baer. Surprisingly, the grips are Hogue Goncalo Alves. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/60529/20230826_172015-2933122.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/60529/20230826_171951-2933121.jpg Beautiful! |
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Posted: 9/15/2023 5:00:22 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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.45 Friday, plus a 9mm.
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USA
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Posted: 9/15/2023 5:27:11 PM EDT
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USA
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Posted: 9/17/2023 5:22:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/18/2023 1:32:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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USA
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Posted: 9/18/2023 8:22:40 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2023 5:39:37 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Combat_Diver]
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Posted: 9/20/2023 2:40:32 PM EDT
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@SSeric02
I stole your idea yo. Though your picture skills are far better than mine.    |
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Posted: 9/20/2023 2:50:49 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bad2006z71: @SSeric02 I stole your idea yo. Though your picture skills are far better than mine. https://i.imgur.com/zaNDIKYh.jpg?2 https://i.imgur.com/86XZmfFh.jpg?2 https://i.imgur.com/XO5sQ2sh.jpg?2  I don't know about that, my photos are pretty basic, and your pics look pretty damn good. You also have much cooler ammo than me (although I've got a mint box of 9mm BT somewhere collecting dust). Really though, it's all about the light, natural light being the best. I usually just take pics on a table I've got near a window, so some days the light is better than others. I will also note that the Arf media server definitely compresses photos and drops the resolution compared to other hosts like Imgur. ETA: My Custom Carry didn't come with a cool pistol LB pistol case like that. All I got was a plane cardboard box.
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Posted: 9/20/2023 3:00:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: I don't know about that, my photos are pretty basic, and your pics look pretty damn good. You also have much cooler ammo than me (although I've got a mint box of 9mm BT somewhere collecting dust). Really though, it's all about the light, natural light being the best. I usually just take pics on a table I've got near a window, so some days the light is better than others. I will also note that the Arf media server definitely compresses photos and drops the resolution compared to other hosts like Imgur. ETA: My Custom Carry didn't come with a cool pistol LB pistol case like that. All I got was a plane cardboard box. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Originally Posted By bad2006z71: @SSeric02 I stole your idea yo. Though your picture skills are far better than mine. https://i.imgur.com/zaNDIKYh.jpg?2 https://i.imgur.com/86XZmfFh.jpg?2 https://i.imgur.com/XO5sQ2sh.jpg?2 I don't know about that, my photos are pretty basic, and your pics look pretty damn good. You also have much cooler ammo than me (although I've got a mint box of 9mm BT somewhere collecting dust). Really though, it's all about the light, natural light being the best. I usually just take pics on a table I've got near a window, so some days the light is better than others. I will also note that the Arf media server definitely compresses photos and drops the resolution compared to other hosts like Imgur. ETA: My Custom Carry didn't come with a cool pistol LB pistol case like that. All I got was a plane cardboard box. It's a midway usa case that a lady at work sewed the LB patch on for me. It sits in a closet for the most part.
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Posted: 9/20/2023 3:03:50 PM EDT
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Ha, that gray case I've been taking pics on lately is a Midway rifle case, too.
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USA
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Posted: 9/20/2023 5:12:18 PM EDT
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My Quantico Hicap
            
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Posted: 9/21/2023 2:37:37 PM EDT
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@bad2006z71
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Posted: 9/21/2023 3:31:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryNice. Although my Baer's were tighter and better trigger's, I kind of regret selling my SACS gun since their Custom shop is no more. |
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Posted: 9/21/2023 3:37:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bad2006z71: Nice. Although my Baer's were tighter and better trigger's, I kind of regret selling my SACS gun since their Custom shop is no more. Yeah, it's a damn shame. I wish I'd bought the .45 version of the Ultimate Carry before they shut down too. I really liked their build philosophy. |
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Posted: 9/21/2023 4:29:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BSmith79: My Quantico Hicap https://i.imgur.com/G6CGvei.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Ql7ecOR.jpg https://i.imgur.com/7FLXxis.jpg https://i.imgur.com/pnbCLzS.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8elb93f.jpg https://i.imgur.com/yI08JMn.jpg https://i.imgur.com/802AHbv.jpg https://i.imgur.com/flGtNd1.jpg https://i.imgur.com/6eTyoen.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mw6ksJ5.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nC6uuvZ.jpg https://i.imgur.com/wIE69hp.jpg https://i.imgur.com/YCG7gCD.jpg @BSmith79 probably a silly question.... but is it worth it? I love their philosophy and I own a few baers but I've been thinking about a higher capacity 9mm for some time. Theirs is not cheap (obviously) but is it worth it? |
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USA
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Posted: 9/21/2023 4:53:32 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BSmith79]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: @BSmith79 probably a silly question.... but is it worth it? I love their philosophy and I own a few baers but I've been thinking about a higher capacity 9mm for some time. Theirs is not cheap (obviously) but is it worth it? I honestly can’t answer that. It’s a personal decision. Is it magic? No it isn’t. Have I handled better looking guns? Probably. Diminishing returns and all that. It’s just a matter of what you think is, for lack of a better way to put it, “cool.” It’s just like luxury watch buying. A Rolex really isn’t any better than many other $200 watches at telling time. It’s just the package it’s in, knowing the craft of who built it, the handcrafted nature, etc. Alchemy customer service is top notch too. With a company like this you get fast, personal service. So that’s another thing to consider. |
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Posted: 9/22/2023 8:06:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BSmith79: I honestly can’t answer that. It’s a personal decision. Is it magic? No it isn’t. Have I handled better looking guns? Probably. Diminishing returns and all that. It’s just a matter of what you think is, for lack of a better way to put it, “cool.” It’s just like luxury watch buying. A Rolex really isn’t any better than many other $200 watches at telling time. It’s just the package it’s in, knowing the craft of who built it, the handcrafted nature, etc. Alchemy customer service is top notch too. With a company like this you get fast, personal service. So that’s another thing to consider. @BSmith79 thanks for that. I agree about diminishing returns and that's part of the reason I don't own any 1911s that cost more than my Baers. It's hard to justify paying more when I can't justify that I'm getting more. that said, I'm wearing a Tudor to give my Omega a break. Seems like us 1911 guys are also into watches. Crazy how that works
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Posted: 9/22/2023 2:33:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BSmith79: My Quantico Hicap https://i.imgur.com/G6CGvei.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Ql7ecOR.jpg https://i.imgur.com/7FLXxis.jpg https://i.imgur.com/pnbCLzS.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8elb93f.jpg https://i.imgur.com/yI08JMn.jpg https://i.imgur.com/802AHbv.jpg https://i.imgur.com/flGtNd1.jpg https://i.imgur.com/6eTyoen.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mw6ksJ5.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nC6uuvZ.jpg https://i.imgur.com/wIE69hp.jpg https://i.imgur.com/YCG7gCD.jpg Wow wow wow! |
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Posted: 10/2/2023 9:31:42 AM EDT
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Some USG-eye candy
 1st shipment Navy March 1912 Colt, 1918 "Black Army" carried by Tuskegee pilot in WWII, 1943 Union Switch & Signal, 1943 Ithaca March 1943 original finish  Navy glamour shot w/ 1911 dated swivel holster.  Tuskegee Colt on stone  US&S no background shot  Ithaca on fake leather |
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Posted: 10/12/2023 2:34:15 PM EDT
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Added a SA 9mm Operator
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Posted: 10/15/2023 7:34:48 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/15/2023 7:39:13 PM EDT
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C
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Posted: 10/15/2023 8:01:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By steviesterno16: Chttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/455820/IMG_5488_jpeg-2993317.JPG cabin carry 
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WI, USA
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Posted: 10/17/2023 8:31:08 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jtdam24: https://i.imgur.com/ALLOvIo.jpg Wow! I love the duty finish with those grips! What grips are those? I've got to have them for my DW. Nice pistols, perfect match of classic good looks with modern features. Probably my favorite pic in this entire thread. |
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Posted: 10/17/2023 7:57:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MKEman: Wow! I love the duty finish with those grips! What grips are those? I've got to have them for my DW. Nice pistols, perfect match of classic good looks with modern features. Probably my favorite pic in this entire thread. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MKEman: Originally Posted By jtdam24: https://i.imgur.com/ALLOvIo.jpg Wow! I love the duty finish with those grips! What grips are those? I've got to have them for my DW. Nice pistols, perfect match of classic good looks with modern features. Probably my favorite pic in this entire thread. Thanks for the kind words! Both pistols are wearing VZ grips- Grips |
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