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8/3/2020 2:46:05 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Mav3rick][Edited]
Hello,
I know this is the AR rifles section, but hoping you or someone from SA can help. I am thinking of purchasing a 1911 loaded operator in 45acp, but it does not have a threaded barrel. Do you sell them and do they just drop in or do they require fitting from a Smith?
Thanks,
Mav
8/3/2020 4:52:45 PM EDT
[#1]
If you can't find one, I had ADCO extend a thread one of my 1911 barrels.
8/5/2020 8:03:13 AM EDT
[#2]
Was really hoping the Springfield armory person who monitors this new section would have chimed in. Guess I will buy some other manufacturer's 1911.
8/5/2020 9:58:57 AM EDT
[#3]
Greetings,

we don't sell them, however there are many barrel makers that do make them.  

A few places to check would be:

www.brownells.com
www.midwayusa.com

bar-sto precision
Kart barrels

To get the most accuracy and reliability out of your 1911, you would want to have the barrel fit.  Some can be dropped in, but my experience has been that the results are less than desirable.
Steve Horsman
Springfield Armory
Marketing & LE Specialist
Former USMC, Retired Law Enforcement
8/5/2020 10:01:25 AM EDT
[#4]
Another thing you could try, if the barrel makers don't have a threaded model, you could always get a 6" barrel and have a local gunsmith thread it for you.

Steve Horsman
Springfield Armory
Marketing & LE Specialist
Former USMC, Retired Law Enforcement
8/5/2020 7:54:23 PM EDT
[#5]
Ok. Thanks for your feedback.
8/6/2020 6:14:50 PM EDT
[#6]
I am on the site many times through out the day, please feel free to ask me anything.  I will do my best to answer in a timely manner.

As a competitive shooter (still) I may be away for a day or so from time to time, but I will get back to you...
Steve Horsman
Springfield Armory
Marketing & LE Specialist
Former USMC, Retired Law Enforcement

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