Do you have an order in for a 1911 from a builder?
Do you have a gunsmith doing a makover on a 1911?
Anything from a full custom one of a kind build to something as simple as a sight change.
Tell us what you have in the works. We are all addicts and interested.
Also, if you have recently received a build back, please post some pics.
I myself have two ACW builds on the waiting list.
1st one is a Prime Elite 5" Govt size 45ACP Blue Gold Bead front sight Fixed ACW Rear sight Right hand safety Medium Length Trigger Flush Cut and Crowned barrel HRT Cut Slide Stop Extended Magwell Ball Cut Slide Black Checkered Grips Standard Slide Markings 2 Magazines
2nd one is a Prime Elite 5" Govt size 38 Super Hard Chrome Lower, (Frame, Small Parts, Grip Safety, MSH, Grip Screws) Gold Bead front sight Fixed ACW Rear sight Right hand safety Medium Length Trigger Flush Cut and Crowned barrel HRT Cut Slide Stop Extended Magwell Ball Cut Slide Ebony Smooth Grips Standard Slide Markings 4 Magazines
Looks like it's going to be next year before I can get them :sorry:
My ACW was an 8 month wait and worth it. It ended just a few short weeks ago. I just don't think I have another 8 month wait in me. I WILL scan the classifieds, though, and pick up some instant gratification when possible.
Nighthawk Falcon Commander .38 sup. in smoked nitride to be the little brother of the Full size in the same configuration. Right down to the feather crotch Black Walnut grips recreated by Bob (Cherokee Hills)
ACW Classic Carry also in .38 sup to closely resemble it's big brother the ACW Prime Elite I finally received. Like the set above, it will also be dressed in a set of stag grips that came as a pair from Scott.
I have this old, worn Cylinder & Slide Adventurer currently in Dave Laubert’s shop for some freshening up. Work to include 25 LPI checkering, new MS housing, sights and thumb safety. Finally some blending and refinish in DLC. I have already had new grips made as they are not standard size.
I have this old, worn Cylinder & Slide Adventurer currently in Dave Laubert’s shop for some freshening up. Work to include 25 LPI checkering, new MS housing, sights and thumb safety. Finally some blending and refinish in DLC. I have already had new grips made as they are not standard size.
I have a full build, 2 tone switch barrel (9mm/38Super) in que with @Karl Beining. I intend for it to be one of my main shooters when finished. Don't expect to see it til late summer / early fall of next year.
My first time sending anything out, I sent 2 to Steve O. One for some cosmetic touches and a dlc finish. The 2nd is an 83 colt that I originally wanted a slide tightening and reliability package done to, but I'm sure by the end of my time on the wait list it will turn into a full build mostly of Steve's choosing. I got some time to save up for it lol. He warned me this would happen
I have 2 builds on order at ACW. One, scheduled for Dec 1, is a Classic Carry in .38 super, tritium front sight, flush crowned barrel, DLC. The other scheduled for March 1 is a Prime in .38 super, tritium front sight, flush crowned barrel, extra accuracy guarantee, in blue steel. Not sure if I will upgrade that one to DLC or not.
I also have a lightly used if at all 1970 Colt LW Commander in .38 super at Evo, supposed to be done end of the year. It is getting a makeover including match barrel, new firing/ignition components, reliability, upgraded sights, Harrison retro safety, DLC finish. Below is the photo before I sent the pistol.
I have a bunch on the books with Rob, next one is hopefully due before years end. After my first Prime acquisition yesterday my anticipation level is now PEGGED!!!!
Had a Nighthawk DS on order. But then found one in a local shop. After handling for a while, decided it wasn’t all I’d hoped for, so I canceled my order.
So now I have...a few...Wilsons on order with Leupold DPP’s mounted one them. Hoping the first one is ready in a few weeks as I ordered it back in August. It will be one of the last 38 Supers Wilson will build.
A 45 full custom from Jeremy Reid, 2 full Custom’s from Chris James of Combat Precision, 2 ACW’s by Rob, 1 full custom from Steve Owens of Integrity Arms and 4 projects with Joe Chambers of Chambers Customs. With my Lightfighter from Joe coming home soon.
I have a gun or is it two guns ? [emoji848]with Jardine. He doesn’t give timelines or delivery dates, if you’re lucky enough for him to take your gun for work then you’re patient & wait.
What are these custom 1911's you speak of? I know nothing about em, least of all anyone who could build such a thing. If I had an incoming list, and I definitely don't, it would be secret for the time being.
I'm trying to decide what I want and then discuss it with Steve O. @Integrity Arms It"s a Delta Elite I bought for a base build. There is a lot of room for improvement :hungover: I want something really special. I feel that SteveO will do it right.
Thank you Sir. I have been on this site for 20 months and have purchased 22 guns. The enabling that is on this site is terrible and I like it. No competition just want to share what I have with family and friends when we go to the range.
That’s that chump change money I’ve heard millionaires talk about before. Sometimes it’s really hard being friends with rich folks. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy shooting their guns and drinking their whiskey! Sometimes I even get a good cigar or two, but I most often just enjoy seeing how they perceive the world. Of course whenever we’re shooting, they always end up wanting to put money of a shot or two. Then I enjoy taking their money ,-)
Eric
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