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Posted: 4/28/2015 11:44:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By danpass: One thing I've noticed in just about every pic is the lanyard seems to be at full tension. Having slung up before ........ does this help to steady the pistol? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By danpass: Originally Posted By Dunderway: Originally Posted By danpass: I'm still trying to understand the lanyard lol At the risk of being told the obvious ....... go  BUT, if you "deep six" a pistol off of a small boat (which happens), you are in for some serious headaches/explaining when you would much rather be sleeping.  Not to mention that these were originally hand built customs, and not very easy to replace. One thing I've noticed in just about every pic is the lanyard seems to be at full tension. Having slung up before ........ does this help to steady the pistol? It did a pretty good job of being unnoticeable IME.
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Posted: 4/29/2015 1:00:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Parabellum226: Mr. Vickers with his personal PWS-built M45   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bwwmzJvfGUlink I bet if he received enough requests, we could could get an episode (or at least a segment) dedicated to the M45/MEU(SOC) 1911. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 4/30/2015 10:26:49 AM EDT
[#3]
It would certainly be neat to see...
...but then again, Kings safeties would be even harder to come by!
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USA
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Posted: 5/13/2015 7:12:24 PM EDT
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MT, USA
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Posted: 5/14/2015 2:26:31 AM EDT
[#5]
I just swapped some Pachmayer grips onto my Springfield Loaded. It's the first step towards this goal.
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WA, USA
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Posted: 5/20/2015 9:45:31 PM EDT
[#6]
USN if you ever want to let go of one of those King's let me know, its the last part I need....
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Posted: 5/21/2015 4:49:33 PM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FAB-10_Guy:
I just swapped some Pachmayer grips onto my Springfield Loaded. It's the first step towards this goal. <a href="http://s36.photobucket.com/user/johngfoster/media/027E32EC-A16F-4836-B5AC-DA544BC53FD4_zpsxr2wyczz.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e21/johngfoster/027E32EC-A16F-4836-B5AC-DA544BC53FD4_zpsxr2wyczz.jpg</a> Something about those cheap rubber grips transform the gun, I did the same with my range officer. Much better grip than the wood. |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 6/7/2015 3:56:12 AM EDT
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Cpl. Michael Fuentez fires an M45A1 close-quarters battle pistol at targets during weapons qualification Jan. 8 at Range 174 on Camp Hansen. Fuentez is with the Special Reaction Team, Camp Foster Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan and a Los Angeles, Calif. native. SRT is the military equivalent to Special Weapons and Tactics teams. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Matthew Callahan/Released)
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Posted: 6/9/2015 10:30:05 AM EDT
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Awesome thread. I sort of wish I had thought to put the forward serrations on my slide before it was cerrakoted. Was not making a MEUSOC clone so mine is black. The barrel is also coated and it is holding up very well after about 2000 cycles (dry fire and live fire...mostly dry fire)
I have a set of the Pacymayer rubber grips w/ medallions in great shape if someone needs them .... trade for a mag or something...shoot me a PM. Since this a MEUSOC thread, if you're a Marine let me know I will send them to you. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 6/10/2015 2:05:32 PM EDT
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If anybody here is missing a King's as their last part, please post pics of what you have got and I'll send you a link for where to find one. It's on a full gun, but the price is not bad given what you can recoup by selling the gun.
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AFG
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Posted: 6/10/2015 4:20:36 PM EDT
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additionally, surefire 310r in the EE... looks like its in great condition... not mine but figured id throw it out there as those in this thread might be looking for one... at a premium it looks like though.
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_7_148/1441557_Surefire_310r_for_1911.html |
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Posted: 6/20/2015 4:24:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FAB-10_Guy:
I just swapped some Pachmayer grips onto my Springfield Loaded. It's the first step towards this goal. <a href="http://s36.photobucket.com/user/johngfoster/media/027E32EC-A16F-4836-B5AC-DA544BC53FD4_zpsxr2wyczz.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e21/johngfoster/027E32EC-A16F-4836-B5AC-DA544BC53FD4_zpsxr2wyczz.jpg</a> 
Mine is on its way, too. The rack number '8' is because this is the eighth 1911 I've owned. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2015 12:05:30 AM EDT
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Who sells a 1911 Gov model Flat Mainspring Housing Serrated W/ Lanyard Loop ?
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Posted: 6/23/2015 12:09:58 AM EDT
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Caspian, I believe.
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2015 2:01:45 AM EDT
[#15]
Thanks, I'll check there.
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2015 2:29:25 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Lawdog-1]
[#16]
The PWS Build Springfield slide/Caspian frame, Bar-Sto Barrel. Ed Brown memory grove beavertail & Ambi thumb safety? pp44
And checked Caspian Arms web site and found what I was looking a Flat Serrated Main Spring Housing w/ Layard Loop there for $33.43
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Posted: 6/23/2015 10:51:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lawdog-1:
The PWS Build Springfield slide/Caspian frame, Bar-Sto Barrel. Ed Brown memory grove beavertail & Ambi thumb safety? pp44 And checked Caspian Arms web site and found what I was looking a Flat Serrated Main Spring Housing w/ Layard Loop there for $33.43Are there any additional parts needed for a Springfield with the internal lock system? If so, what are they? I may try the Brownell's Alumi-Hyde painting method of blackening the barrel/bushing/plug. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2015 1:59:44 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Parabellum226]
[#18]
If you replace the mainspring housing, it pays to just get the new parts to fit into it (The ed brown frame rebuild kit is a good way to go). The stock ILS mainspring doesn't have the cap retaining pin you will need, has a different weight spring designed specifically for the ILS (If I recall correctly) and the cap itself looks different.
On the ones I have done, I have found that a Caspian pin set and Wolff GM453 spring kit are a safe thing to have on hand. The ILS mainsprings go, and after the springs have been swapped I put in an Ed Brown Springfield firing pin. At least that was the procedure prior to getting them reamed for .45 acp firing pins. As with everything, that's preference.
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/24/2015 1:43:52 PM EDT
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/27/2015 1:12:53 AM EDT
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Need help I am building a parts list and waiting for my New Spring Loaded PX9109LP and the Caspian web says they don't carry their brand Firing Pin Stop for the .45ACP any more. what brand should I use? I did order the correct Caspian Arm in white Flat Serrated mainspring housing w/ Landyard Loop.& Ed Brown spring Kit for the Housing. The Build List from PP # 1.
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/27/2015 1:20:05 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Lawdog-1]
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Should I use the factory Springfield trigger or buy a C&S Trigger to be correct? I plan on gutting the frame and slide and putting all the new parts in the lower and barrel. Bar-Sto Match barrel is on order and have some new Ed Brown Parts from my Springfield MC Operator build in my 3 years old parts box and send it to the Springfield CS to be all hand fit the right way.
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Posted: 6/27/2015 2:27:15 AM EDT
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I don't understand how people tolerate the drop holster. The thing is all the way down there and when you sit its all the way down there AND behind you.
The low ride holster is where it's at. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 6/27/2015 10:52:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lawdog-1:
Should I use the factory Springfield trigger or buy a C&S Trigger to be correct? I plan on gutting the frame and slide and putting all the new parts in the lower and barrel. Bar-Sto Match barrel is on order and have some new Ed Brown Parts from my Springfield MC Operator build in my 3 years old parts box and send it to the Springfield CS to be all hand fit the right way. In my opinion, if you're going the premium parts and fitting route, why cheap out on the trigger. As for the Caspian FP stop, check Brownells. If they don't have it, you really won't notice a difference. Someone is more likely to get snobby about the Springfield frame and tritium sights than an incorrect branded FP stop. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2015 11:48:51 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Lawdog-1]
[#24]
Well, I got into local FFL and pick it up SIG mk25 w/thread barrel and my Springfield PX9109LP that I won off of gunbroker.com $ 675.00.
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Posted: 7/4/2015 3:17:11 PM EDT
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I'm sure these have probably been posted before but here goes anyways:
I think this might supposedly by Larry Vicker's pistol, so not a meusoc. Or one he built? Or not... but what the heck I'll throw it in (gotta let the army have some fun too). I really like that one... 
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Posted: 7/5/2015 6:29:54 PM EDT
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Recently acquired a vintage Pachmayr "Basic Combat" 1911. I think this a Swenson Ambi; not sure about the grip safety:
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NC, USA
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Posted: 7/25/2015 12:37:08 PM EDT
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What size is the Last four of the SN on the Bar-Sto barrel Hood? And what size is the ( PWS ) stamp of the barrel hood?
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NC, USA
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Posted: 7/25/2015 1:31:29 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lawdog-1:
What size is the Last four of the SN on the Bar-Sto barrel Hood? And what size is the ( PWS ) stamp of the barrel hood? The size of the last 4 stamps should be 1/16th and the PWS-P should be 1/8th. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 7/25/2015 5:07:21 PM EDT
[#29]
Thank You.
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CA, USA
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Posted: 7/26/2015 4:03:19 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OODA_Loop:
Recently acquired a vintage Pachmayr "Basic Combat" 1911. I think this a Swenson Ambi; not sure about the grip safety: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v142/kornjaca/1911/180198.jpg The grip safety was made by Pachmyar. It was commonly used for Pachmayr Combat Special. 
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NC, USA
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Posted: 7/27/2015 11:34:33 PM EDT
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Paging Augee, Can anybody post a Close-Up Photo of MEU (SOC) Bar-Sto barrel hood with the last four SN Stamped & PWS Stamped on the barrel hood?
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MO, USA
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Posted: 7/28/2015 12:02:03 AM EDT
[#32]
Does anyone know of a good source for sights?
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PA, USA
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Posted: 7/28/2015 3:22:10 AM EDT
[#33]
on page 64 of this thread,member pws2112 has a picture of the barrel hood with the last 4 digits and pws stamp, I have had him stamp my parts for 4 different meu.soc builds that I have going and his work is outstanding!!!! and he is not expensive at all, with a quick turnaround. he also makes the rear pws sight
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Posted: 7/28/2015 11:15:31 PM EDT
[#34]
Ummm yeah, that's because PWS2112 is the real deal. I'll try and post some barrel shrouds of my authentic Meusoc and M45 soon.
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By accurange:
on page 64 of this thread,member pws2112 has a picture of the barrel hood with the last 4 digits and pws stamp, I have had him stamp my parts for 4 different meu.soc builds that I have going and his work is outstanding!!!! and he is not expensive at all, with a quick turnaround. he also makes the rear pws sight |
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Posted: 8/9/2015 9:13:49 PM EDT
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Grabbed a nice Clark GS at the gun show today. It's .35 mm thinner than the tangs on my 1911. Would you guys blend it or just let it be? Also, is anyone still producing a PWS rear sight? |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 8/10/2015 1:27:26 PM EDT
[#36]
I just got a rear sight from PWS2112, super nice guy to deal with. Does anyone know of a good place to get a commander hammer?
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USA
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Posted: 8/10/2015 1:49:47 PM EDT
[#37]
Anyone willing to trade a Millett .225 serrated ramp front sight for a Clark grip safety?
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MO, USA
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Posted: 8/10/2015 5:14:36 PM EDT
[#38]
Is it a wide or narrow tenon?
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TX, USA
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Posted: 8/11/2015 1:53:53 AM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mlin:
The grip safety was made by Pachmyar. It was commonly used for Pachmayr Combat Special. http://www.expeditionexchange.com/johnlee/guns001%20033.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mlin:
Originally Posted By OODA_Loop:
Recently acquired a vintage Pachmayr "Basic Combat" 1911. I think this a Swenson Ambi; not sure about the grip safety: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v142/kornjaca/1911/180198.jpg The grip safety was made by Pachmyar. It was commonly used for Pachmayr Combat Special. http://www.expeditionexchange.com/johnlee/guns001%20033.jpg Damn, that brings back memories. Actually, I've never evolved from that era as my most trusted semi-auto is still my first, a combat tuned two tone Ross Seyfried inspired Colt Series 70. I still use the Dillon 450 that reloaded for it. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/11/2015 1:23:08 PM EDT
[#40]
You can find colt commander hammers on eBay every now and then, but if you go new I'd recommend Harrison Design. They are "prettier" which may be a negative, but the quality can't be beat. C&S also makes a ring hammer, but I went the Harrison route because it has the countersunk hole.
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Posted: 8/11/2015 2:55:00 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By thunderopossom: I just got a rear sight from PWS2112, super nice guy to deal with. Does anyone know of a good place to get a commander hammer? Thanks. Did you just PM him? There are a few Colt Commander hammers on Gunbroker right now for cheap. |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 8/11/2015 8:36:16 PM EDT
[#42]
Yep, he is the man. If you have any questions he is knowledgeable too, almost like he has worked on a pistol or two.
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Posted: 8/11/2015 9:59:39 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dunderway:
Thanks. Did you just PM him? There are a few Colt Commander hammers on Gunbroker right now for cheap. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dunderway:
Originally Posted By thunderopossom:
I just got a rear sight from PWS2112, super nice guy to deal with. Does anyone know of a good place to get a commander hammer? Thanks. Did you just PM him? There are a few Colt Commander hammers on Gunbroker right now for cheap. Harrison Design, and Cylinder & Slide make 'em too. Rowell style, I assume he means. |
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Posted: 8/11/2015 10:04:36 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Number0neGun: Harrison Design, and Cylinder & Slide make 'em too. Rowell style, I assume he means. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Number0neGun: Originally Posted By Dunderway: Originally Posted By thunderopossom: I just got a rear sight from PWS2112, super nice guy to deal with. Does anyone know of a good place to get a commander hammer? Thanks. Did you just PM him? There are a few Colt Commander hammers on Gunbroker right now for cheap. Harrison Design, and Cylinder & Slide make 'em too. Rowell style, I assume he means. I couldn't find the Rowell style on the C&S website anymore. The Harrison is extremely nice, but so overly machine finished that it would look out of place on an MEU clone IMHO. |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 8/11/2015 10:15:00 PM EDT
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I went with the Harrison, bought it right before you guys mentioned the Colts gun broker. Here is the Cylinder and Slide hammer.
C&S hammer |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/13/2015 10:20:42 PM EDT
[#46]
The captive half cock notch also made me want to choose the Harrison.
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Posted: 8/14/2015 12:41:16 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mlin:
Cpl. Michael Fuentez fires an M45A1 close-quarters battle pistol at targets during weapons qualification Jan. 8 at Range 174 on Camp Hansen. Fuentez is with the Special Reaction Team, Camp Foster Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Installations Pacific-Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan and a Los Angeles, Calif. native. SRT is the military equivalent to Special Weapons and Tactics teams. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Matthew Callahan/Released) http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r600/mlin1911/150108-M-IN448-059.jpg I frikkin love that photo. Thanks very much. From 2015 we presume? I have fired this frame/design built from 1912 to 2014 and this is one of the best. 
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Posted: 8/15/2015 12:15:57 AM EDT
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Evening! If the USMC rail gun you mention is the M45, I think GB has them as low as $1600......they are the new ones in the 9,500 to over 10,000+/- s/n range all marked M45A1.... the Corps told Colt's to remove the USMC marking from the slide....the USMC pistols are perhaps $3500 to $4500 and all have 4 digit s/n or lower. Only a fraction of every 1,000 built went into civilian hands. The first 20 never left the Colt factory.
Double recoil springs, Novak night sights, 8 round Wilson Combat mags, has an action like oil on glass. Very nice U.S. marked pistol. 
or, even better, once of the last blued War Colt's made, from the Summer 1941, Robert Sears inspected. 
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Posted: 8/15/2015 1:33:54 AM EDT
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You active duty men: Is there a preferred holster for the M45 Colt yet?
As you know, the true Picatinney rail (the first handgun with an AR rail) prevents fit in most holsters. Please advise an owner of several. Thanks! |
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Posted: 8/15/2015 4:26:11 AM EDT
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The M45 is the name for the PWS built guns, the Colt gun is the M45A1
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