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    Let's build a "BOMB" proof 1911

    The “BOMB” proof 1911 project

    Based on the “Let’s build an Extreme use AR” thread , I Thought there should be a similar thread applied to the 1911. With permission from the admin’s, let’s get started.

    The ultimate goal of this project is for a Reliable, Durable, Accurate, and Police/Soldier proof 1911. The build is for a combat 1911, with some refinements, I’m not looking to build a race gun. Please understand that I am personally building this and it will be built as time, finances, and parts are acquired. With that in mind I would like to know how you would build this 1911. I would like to hear what parts you would use if this was your project. If you would use MIM vs. Milled/CNC parts. What brand of certain parts and why, ie… Wilson Combat’s value line™ vs. Bullet Proof™, or does it matter with something like grip screws.

    The Skeleton for this project is a stripped SS Caspian “Recon” frame, and stripped Caspian slide that is matched to the frame. The slide uses an external extractor and a 38 super type firing pin, which I already have. The slide is cut for NOVAK® sights front and rear. The Plunger tube was installed at the factory. This frame/slide has the ability to be built as either a series 70 or 80 style.

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    Barrel, Barrel bushing, Link pin, Recoil guide rod, Springs, Pins, Trigger, Hammer, hammer strut, Sear, Disconnector, Grip Safety, Thumb Safety, Mainspring Housing, Grip Escussions, Grip Screws, Grips, Magazine Catch, Slide Stop/Release, Sights, and this list would not be complete without Magazines.


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    That Caspian frame reminds me of my old Sig GSR, which was fantastic.


    I can;t wait to see what direction this ends up going. My 1911 builds are all a few years back, so I need to think awhile before I start throwing out parts.

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    Agree with the starting point: Caspian is the ideal base upon which to build.

    AC
    Stand your ground; don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war, let it begin here. -- Captain John Parker, Lexington, 1775.

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    103m where did you pick up your frame and slide from, I have been looking but have not found one as of yet. Except for the one at brownells and I think its only a frame not the pair

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    <cough> SHOT show special<cough>

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    Actually, Caspian ran that as special for a while, as they were contract overruns from the original Sig GSR line.
    You can still get it yourself here:
    http://www.caspianarms.com/specials.php

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    I'm looking forward to seeing how this pistol evolves.
    Hopefully I can fit a matching Frame/Slide into my budget, so I can try and build a twin to what we end up with..

    CXS

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    Custom:
    Check out Fosterind.com . Those are Caspian "seconds" typically, where the checkering overruns a bit, or there is a scratch, etc. Great deals on great gear. Some are also contract overruns. Should save you a few $$$.

    Also, since that IS caspian, if you order a frame from there, and a slide from Caspian, you should be able to get them to prefit it together for you as well.

    -Adam

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    I'm looking at doing the same thing.

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    103,

    Did you plan on going with a flared magwell that was part of the MSH?

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    you lost me on the "MSH"

    you have something in mind?

    ah, "Main spring Housing"

    I'm open to that, I can see it being a benifit to a reload under stress

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