I’m working on my first 1911 build. I have worked on guns for decades but wanted to build my own pistol so I could learn the 1911 from the ground up. I chose 1911parts.com. Mike, the owner, has been very helpful in putting the parts together. He has everything needed and all very high quality. I received the parts last week and I’m really happy with the quality and availability. I chose a short block where the slide was fitted to the frame and the barrel was fitted. My next build I will fit the slide and barrel but I wanted an easier build for my first build. I have invested in a lot of tooling, jigs, and tools all of which will will allow me to build / rebuild 1911s going forward.
I also purchased the AGI 1911 videos and Kuhnhausens books To give me a good education on the processes and parts needed. Gene at AGI is a great teacher that I have known for decades. You don’t just need parts, you need the knowledge to put them together.
im building a 1911 Government in 10mm. It is cheaper to buy a fully assembled gun but I wanted to build a “custom” pistol with self chosen parts. Thus far I I am pleased with my results and the support Mike has offered.
I also purchased the AGI 1911 videos and Kuhnhausens books To give me a good education on the processes and parts needed. Gene at AGI is a great teacher that I have known for decades. You don’t just need parts, you need the knowledge to put them together.
im building a 1911 Government in 10mm. It is cheaper to buy a fully assembled gun but I wanted to build a “custom” pistol with self chosen parts. Thus far I I am pleased with my results and the support Mike has offered.
