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Originally Posted By asmig: Yes, this one appears to have the .094" firing pin hole. From what information I have found Springfield used standard sized firing pins up to around the mid 90's. They changed to the .075" size to reduce firing pin mass so that they could pass CA drop test requirements. My slide was claimed to be made around 86-88 by the seller, in the early 90's they added the scallop to the ejection port to this style slide. It appears that when the cannon insignia was moved to the front of the slide is when they changed to the smaller pin. Here is a quick guide to the various slide changes over the years: First generation slide - no scallop http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e131/akim85/M45%20CQC/Silver_MEU.jpg~original Second generation - scallop added. Does not appear that these were ever widespread https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1530/26057744732_394cc6086d_b.jpg Third and fourth gen - insignia moved forward on slide, firing pin changed to .075" Fourth gen added FCS http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e131/akim85/M45%20CQC/aa020.jpg~original Fifth generation - changed to wide cocking serrations, Novak sight cuts added http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e131/akim85/M45%20CQC/MEU.jpg~original If anyone has anything to add to the list through their findings please share. View Quote There are some old OG SA 1911s that have the emblem in front of the ejection port. AFAIK most of these were kit or initial production guns. My cousin has one with a small GI ejection port and sights that was a factory complete gun (still has the box). |
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Originally Posted By SlinginBrass:
Here's my offering. I'm planning to replace the grip with Pachmayr, blacken barrel, blacken bushing, and replace FLGR with Milspec type plug and guide. <a href="http://s125.photobucket.com/user/T_Payne_Airsoft/media/IMG_0754_zpsniqwbn1l.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p71/T_Payne_Airsoft/IMG_0754_zpsniqwbn1l.jpg</a> <a href="http://s125.photobucket.com/user/T_Payne_Airsoft/media/IMG_0756_zpsxk7oy78z.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p71/T_Payne_Airsoft/IMG_0756_zpsxk7oy78z.jpg</a> <a href="http://s125.photobucket.com/user/T_Payne_Airsoft/media/IMG_0755_zpsnaw0yrow.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p71/T_Payne_Airsoft/IMG_0755_zpsnaw0yrow.jpg</a> View Quote Despite weapon light technology increasing ten fold since the 90s, I still have a thing for those old surefire lights... Well done |
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Just in case anyone is pulling their hair out trying to find a real Surefire 310R or 610R for their build, then you may want to take a look at the VFC V1911. I have used one before on a 1911 with great success. The unit held up on the gun just fine. I can confirm that real Surefire lamp assemblies (L60 and L30) will fit this unit and work in it fine as well. Here's my video unboxing review of a real Surefire 310R compared to the clone.
[youtube]https://youtu.be/eIg22HiS_Qs[/youtube] |
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Originally Posted By SlinginBrass:
Just in case anyone is pulling their hair out trying to find a real Surefire 310R or 610R for their build, then you may want to take a look at the VFC V1911. I have used one before on a 1911 with great success. The unit held up on the gun just fine. I can confirm that real Surefire lamp assemblies (L60 and L30) will fit this unit and work in it fine as well. Here's my video unboxing review of a real Surefire 310R compared to the clone. View Quote But where do you get the proprietary Surefire Slide Stop for 310R/610R? VFC V1911 slide stop is for airsoft, will not work with real 1911. |
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Originally Posted By mlin:
But where do you get the proprietary Surefire Slide Stop for 310R/610R? VFC V1911 slide stop is for airsoft, will not work with real 1911. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By mlin:
Originally Posted By SlinginBrass:
Just in case anyone is pulling their hair out trying to find a real Surefire 310R or 610R for their build, then you may want to take a look at the VFC V1911. I have used one before on a 1911 with great success. The unit held up on the gun just fine. I can confirm that real Surefire lamp assemblies (L60 and L30) will fit this unit and work in it fine as well. Here's my video unboxing review of a real Surefire 310R compared to the clone. But where do you get the proprietary Surefire Slide Stop for 310R/610R? VFC V1911 slide stop is for airsoft, will not work with real 1911. I thought I covered that in that video, but it might have been in this video: https://youtu.be/dJXvgwNzwoI Basically the answer for that is to either modify your own, or have a gunsmith do this for you. I have a small bench top lathe and was able to build my own. Either way, it's still cheaper and easier to get than buying a real 610R or 310R |
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this thread made me look in my spares i have a laser products marked light but for a sig . would this work for a mecsog?
put batteries in it and the light and tape switch work. |
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Originally Posted By chestnut101:
this thread made me look in my spares i have a laser products marked light but for a sig . would this work for a mecsog? put batteries in it and the light and tape switch work. View Quote Which model is it? The W114? Surefire had different adapters included with lights which then they would change the part number, but the base light was the same in the IMPL series. Post a pic of it if you can. |
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I've got a 310/610r (both assemblies) with grip tape switch I was going to get read of it. PM or email if you want pics or are interested. Will throw on the EE soon, but meusoc cloners get first dibs of course.
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Originally Posted By Hunterex: Figure I'll show off one of the donor pistols for my build. It came with a Millett serrated rear, though I have a PWS ready to go on it. Threw some MEU specific bits in just for a mock up. Kind of a shame there isn't anymore meat on this frame to fit the beavertail... I rather like the character of it. Waiting on the right GI frame to get to work. Picked up a Caspian stripped frame that I'll use if I get too frustrated waiting. ( Unfitted random safety won't engage. Just there to keep it all together for the pictures.) Thanks to Ben, Mlin, and Usnguns. http://s32.postimg.org/vu0tm3z91/Springfieldleft.jpg http://s32.postimg.org/q97uljf3p/Springfieldright.jpg View Quote That beavertail is no worse fitted than the authentic (MIL issue) ones in the pics here, probably better. |
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Originally Posted By asmig:
Which model is it? The W114? Surefire had different adapters included with lights which then they would change the part number, but the base light was the same in the IMPL series. Post a pic of it if you can. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By asmig:
Originally Posted By chestnut101:
this thread made me look in my spares i have a laser products marked light but for a sig . would this work for a mecsog? put batteries in it and the light and tape switch work. Which model is it? The W114? Surefire had different adapters included with lights which then they would change the part number, but the base light was the same in the IMPL series. Post a pic of it if you can. it doesnt show a model and is lacking the adapter which is why i put it in the spares drawer.i i have pics but cant post .can email |
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http://www.vickersguide.com/purchase/limited-edition-springfield-armory-marsoc-print
Nice gun, and nice print, but $75 buys some parts. |
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Originally Posted By Parabellum226: http://www.vickersguide.com/purchase/limited-edition-springfield-armory-marsoc-print Nice gun, and nice print, but $75 buys some parts. http://static1.squarespace.com/static/554a80bee4b0b28e6f87f115/t/55e29cf1e4b0217e313c57e3/1440914675170/DSC_4033-Edit.jpg?format=1500w View Quote Cool. Anyone know what a Custom Carry is going for straight from SACS these days? |
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Would a factory all black m45a1 be welcome in this thread? I wanted a tan cerakote model, but stumbled across the all black before I could find a tan. Didn't even know they existed until I saw one in person.
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In memory of my son Sean James, born 6/25/97. Died 9/16/13.
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Originally Posted By lowonair:
Would a factory all black m45a1 be welcome in this thread? I wanted a tan cerakote model, but stumbled across the all black before I could find a tan. Didn't even know they existed until I saw one in person. View Quote Sounds like you found a Unit Rail Gun. Didn't think they were out yet. http://www.colt.com/Catalog/Pistols/Colt-Combat-Unit-Rail-Gun |
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Originally Posted By Feedingcannibal:
Sounds like you found a Unit Rail Gun. Didn't think they were out yet. http://www.colt.com/Catalog/Pistols/Colt-Combat-Unit-Rail-Gun View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Feedingcannibal:
Originally Posted By lowonair:
Would a factory all black m45a1 be welcome in this thread? I wanted a tan cerakote model, but stumbled across the all black before I could find a tan. Didn't even know they existed until I saw one in person. Sounds like you found a Unit Rail Gun. Didn't think they were out yet. http://www.colt.com/Catalog/Pistols/Colt-Combat-Unit-Rail-Gun No, not the rail gun. Same as this one. It's a special run of 200 from the research I've done so far. |
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Originally Posted By firedog51d:
PICS MAN!!! PICS! then rattle can it. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By firedog51d:
Originally Posted By lowonair:
Would a factory all black m45a1 be welcome in this thread? I wanted a tan cerakote model, but stumbled across the all black before I could find a tan. Didn't even know they existed until I saw one in person. PICS MAN!!! PICS! then rattle can it. I have to find time to go pick it up 2 hours away. I put a deposit on it to hold it until I could do some research. The only black one I had seen at the time was one a gunsmith did and I didn't want it if that was the case. Now that I know it's like that from the custom shop I'm going to pick it up when I get a chance to make the drive. |
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Originally Posted By lowonair:
No, not the rail gun. Same as this one. It's a special run of 200 from the research I've done so far. https://www.gunsamerica.com/userimages/2672/949496054/wm_8364337.jpg View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By lowonair:
Originally Posted By Feedingcannibal:
Originally Posted By lowonair:
Would a factory all black m45a1 be welcome in this thread? I wanted a tan cerakote model, but stumbled across the all black before I could find a tan. Didn't even know they existed until I saw one in person. Sounds like you found a Unit Rail Gun. Didn't think they were out yet. http://www.colt.com/Catalog/Pistols/Colt-Combat-Unit-Rail-Gun No, not the rail gun. Same as this one. It's a special run of 200 from the research I've done so far. https://www.gunsamerica.com/userimages/2672/949496054/wm_8364337.jpg Very interesting, I have an older Rail Gun without the larger lower rail. Odd they made some of the M45's in black. |
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Originally Posted By PWS2112:
I started working in a new armory recently and wanted to share some pictures of a few variants I have. Top left is a 6 digit GI frame, top right is using a USMC pistol team match slide, bottom left is an MC, bottom right is a new Colt. The yellow tags denote repairs are necessary although they will not be getting repaired. I enjoy finding these variations in use throughout the Marine Corps, even though the older ones are more rare. http://i970.photobucket.com/albums/ae185/pws2112/Mobile%20Uploads/tmp_16514-20160504_1104221541515764_zpswzi3u9yw.jpg View Quote I love these kind of pics. Do you have anymore with detail pics of the Match slide? |
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Are the early Marine issued Cerekote M45s getting refinished in the DecoBond? And is Colt still shipping M45s to the USMC or has the contract been filled?
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Originally Posted By honeybadger45:
Are the early Marine issued Cerekote M45s getting refinished in the DecoBond? And is Colt still shipping M45s to the USMC or has the contract been filled? View Quote The new finish on the M45 is IonBond. I have a buddy is in the unit and I talked to him about the pistol. He said that they stopped shipping them and that the contract wasn't filled. He gave me a reason why they stopped the contract and what he told me is a shame. I last talked with him about 2 months ago. I also have a buddy going through ITC right now and his class is the first to use the G19. Not sure what they will do with the rest of the M45. |
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Originally Posted By Dunderway:
That beavertail is no worse fitted than the authentic (MIL issue) ones in the pics here, probably better. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Dunderway:
Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Figure I'll show off one of the donor pistols for my build. It came with a Millett serrated rear, though I have a PWS ready to go on it. Threw some MEU specific bits in just for a mock up. Kind of a shame there isn't anymore meat on this frame to fit the beavertail... I rather like the character of it. Waiting on the right GI frame to get to work. Picked up a Caspian stripped frame that I'll use if I get too frustrated waiting. ( Unfitted random safety won't engage. Just there to keep it all together for the pictures.) Thanks to Ben, Mlin, and Usnguns. http://s32.postimg.org/vu0tm3z91/Springfieldleft.jpg http://s32.postimg.org/q97uljf3p/Springfieldright.jpg That beavertail is no worse fitted than the authentic (MIL issue) ones in the pics here, probably better. It's not up to my level of satisfaction, but you're definitely right. I'll probably use this frame for this build, and start another one that's fit better. Little bit of progress. Haven't installed the PWS rear yet, and I need to send it off to have forward serrations cut in. Cloning this pistol |
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Have a machinist flair that ejection port bigger too then
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Originally Posted By Hunterex:
It's on the list. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Originally Posted By dwcopple:
Have a machinist flair that ejection port bigger too then It's on the list. man that is slick... I would just leave it as is! |
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Wasn't there someone who was reprofiling the stake-on front Millett .225 White bar/other sights into serrated front sights? I have a couple that I would like altered.
This thread...should be...tacked. |
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I've always been curious as to what the preferred lubricant has been for these pistols.
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RIP Lcpl Eric Ward February 21 2010, Operation Enduring Freedom
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Originally Posted By bmyk:
Ok, here is my humble contribution. Never meant to be a MEUSOC clone or anything, but kind of fits. Started life in 1989 or so as a SA Milspec. A gift from my wife, I remember it was before Desert Storm if that helps date it. A Gunnersmate Master Chief at Little Creek did a little work on it when I got it I have always scored Pistol Expert so no complaints. Another local smith did the "tiger stripe" stippling and, added the beaver tail and the night sights I then had it cerakoted. All the parts not original are Ed Brown. I cannot begin to count the number or rounds I have put through this pistol. I hope my contribution measures up. Thanks Daily trim with cocabola grips and it' Backwoods Leather holster and mag pouch http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj216/mlbartha/IMG_0001_zpswkx1wsyi.jpg I put the Pachymayer grips back on just for this picture. http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj216/mlbartha/IMG_0007_zpsoannecdr.jpg Port side http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj216/mlbartha/IMG_0008_zpsiykgt2cf.jpg More fighting handguns, for comparison. http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj216/mlbartha/IMG_0004_zpsenbvgx0a.jpg View Quote Dig man... Very cool |
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Originally Posted By mlin:
http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r600/mlin1911/DSC03561n.jpg http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r600/mlin1911/DSC03579n.jpg http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r600/mlin1911/DSC03553n.jpg View Quote Very nice looking 1911's and M45's! |
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Hi guys we are working on building a MEU SOC for an outgoing Commander to be a gift from his guys in the unit. It's alot of work. Ill put up some pics once I figure out how
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Originally Posted By Blacksheep337:
Hi guys we are working on building a MEU SOC for an outgoing Commander to be a gift from his guys in the unit. It's alot of work. Ill put up some pics once I figure out how View Quote So a MEUSOC clone might be the coolest post-command gift ever... A friend of mine got an M1 Garand... Guns are way cool gifts. Totally approve. |
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That is outstanding! !!! Who did the build?
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Alchemy built the gun, Ben did the initial stamping, and C&H Precision refinished and restamped whatever markings washed out with surface prep.
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Well, thanks to this thread I picked up a Colt Sistema as the base for a clonish build..
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for you cloners.... someone save me from myself and buy it... looks like a great deal on the newer Ionbond'ed model
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_7_88/1567561_WTS__Colt_M45A1_1911_Pistol__Pics___1260_Shipped.html |
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Not mine, but I saw this on the EE:
https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_7_89/1569911_Springfield_Armory_1911_full_size_slide_and_Crimson_Trace_laser_grip.html No caliber markings on left side, though. |
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