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My best accurate loads with 9 mm Hornady 124 XTP. All loads were tested in GLOCK 17 Gen 4 pistol in temperature range 45-50'F. These loads are replication of Hornady American Gunner 9mm 124 XTP +p Ammo. Powder:CFE Pistol 5.5 grain Case:Fed/Win/CBC/Perfecta. Primer:CCI 500 COAL :1.073"(1.067"min) Velocity :1180fps I also use Titegroup powder with the same dies settings. 124 XTP + 4.1 gr.Titegroup Case:Fed/Win/CBC/Perfecta COAL:1.073" Velocity :1186fps I would recommend to start your reloads with 0.2 grain below my loads, especially if you use different primer and cartridge length.

I have experienced the similar situation. I solved this problem by polishing down some material on the internals of magazine release by nail file.

I've shot 200+rounds with my R1 Enhanced in the local USPSA match today. No problems whatsoever. I can’t say the same about shooters with "Kimbers". I don’t want to say that Kimbers are bad, but every brand has it’s flaws. It seems like the common problem with any brand is when people do too much of customizing and move away from the original Mr. J.M. Browning design. 1911 R1.Enhanced is good quality for the money you’re paying. The only things you might want to replace are the grips and front sight. And maybe, add magwell. So, I’m +1 for 1911 Remington Enhanced.

I'll double check but I'm pretty sure the Remington uses the same firing pin safety system as the Kimber which is a Schwartz system, not the Colt series 80 system. 1911 Remington uses Colt series 80 system (safety block is disengaged by the triger), not S&W1911 and Kimber's Swartz system.

I liked the gun but i replaced front sight. It shoots great. No feeding problems,no stove pipes. Magazines are great too.

Here are my Bullseye powder loads. I like this powder because it meters well and it is cheap. I use Clays as my second choice. I’ve got little bit different velocity to compare with Hornady’s tables but it worked for me. I used CED M2 Chronograph ,t 52’F,Humidity-Low. I purchased this powder in Feb,2011 so it is a “new formula” J Hornady 230 FMJ Bullseye 5.0 gr Win case Fed LP COAL:1.249-1.251, crimp:0.468 Av. V: S&W625 4”barrel: 728.7fps Remington 1911 Enhanced 5”barrel:756.6fps To be on a safe side for 165PF in all weather I use next load. Hornady 230 FMJ Bullseye 5.2 gr Win case, Fed LP COAL:1.249-1.251, crimp:0.468 Av. V: S&W625 4”barrel: 752.7fps Remington 1911 Enhanced 5”barrel:783.1.6fps My “GI load“. Hornady 230 FMJ Bullseye 5.4 gr Win case, Fed LP COAL:1.249-1.251, crimp:0.468 Av. V: S&W625 4”barrel: 773.2fps Remington 1911 Enhanced 5”barrel:805.2fps Penn bullets 230 LRNBB Bullseye 4.6 gr Win case, Fed LP COAL:1.250-1.252, crimp:0.468-0.470 Av. V: S&W625 4”barrel: 783fps

Here is my Wheely with a new MONOGRIP.

It is seems to me that not the finger grooves, but a Coke bottle shape gives a shooter a more comfortable grip. I have used JM grips on my S&W625 4”for awhile (it was a nice and sexy look), but I recently switched to custom wooden checkered Hogue’s grip (no finger grooves). I have now much better control of my gun with major and heavy loads. I voted for “no finger grooves” grips, but I like rubber Hogue’s for my carry wheel gun though.