Posted: 9/7/2009 5:23:58 AM EDT
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Alright,
So lately I've been somewhat intrigued by Fusion 1911's. One thing I find off-putting is the beavertail they use. What kind do they use? What is the purpose of the scallops on the side (if you look down on it from above, it's somewhat hourglass shaped)? |
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I know next to nothing about Fusion, other than everyone I know loves their guns, their parts, and their customer service. I don't know the brand of beavertail, but I do know they market a scalloped beavertail under their name, and I assume they make it. I also don't pretend to know the reason for the scallops, which can also be found on some STI guns and beavertails. I imagine the reason is that the person who came up with this thought it was unneccessary material, gave a little more clearance for a high grip, looked racy, or all of the above. I know a lot of competetive shooters in my area who like them, and have never heard anyone complain about the looks until your thread.
That said, I couldn't agree with you more. I think they are absolutely ugly. Just a personal taste thing. It would be very easy to replace the beavertail though. Also, they seem to make so many parts that you could most likely ask them to furnish the gun with a non scalloped beavertail. I know of a couple local guys who custom tailored their factory guns with nothing more than a phone call prior to ordering, and the folks at Fusion were not only accomodating, but pleasant about it as well. With regards to their guns, the few I've examined were put together very nicely. They were all at my friend's smithing shop, so I don't know the story behind them. What I mean is that I don't know if they were custom builds on Fusion parts, or if they were factory guns. Regardless, I thought they were quality parts. |
| It's evolution and the never ending quest for distinction. The different versions of frontstrap dressing is another example....checkering, stippling, golf ball, snake skin....... Everyone has different tastes and some of the differences are more cosmetic than functional. |