I have a nice customized Colt stainless Government Model Series 90 that I was trying to strip earlier unsuccessfully. I could never get the bushing to move far enough to allow the guide rod to clear. What's up with this? Do I need a bushing wrench to remove it or what?
I have a Springfield 1911A1 that is nothing like this. I can remove the bushing relatively easy with my bare hands. The 1991A1's guide rod seems to press in by itself, whereas the the new Colt has some sort of sleeve around the rod that pushes in while the rod itself remains in place. Anyone experienced this before?
I really like the gun and wanna carry it, but won't until I can get it cleaned and some lube put on it. I wish 1911 type pistols were as easy to strip as Glocks, Sigs, Rugers, etc. If they have a flaw, field stripping ease would be it. Thanks for any help that can be offered.
-Charging Handle