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If it is a 1.0 M&P, everything you need to know is in the post above ^ and the link he referred to. I posted in that thread explaining the issue. Easy test, and even easier because the gun is a CORE. Pull the optic plate, pull out the striker block, go shoot 100 rounds. If you get no light primer strikes, you know it's a timing issue. Reduce the gap in the trigger bar loop. Feel free to shoot me a message if you have any questions.

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I would guess that most people haven't strayed from the 3 pack of guide rods that came with the gun. I measured the length of the springs that came with the gun, bought a few different weight Wolff springs, and cut them down. In terms of functionality, the gun will function fine with 9lb or higher. I'd recommend buying a 9lb 10lb 11lb, and 12lb Wolff spring and testing them out to see which you like the most in terms of feel. The grip is a PT EVO. It actually went on with no modification, but there was too much tension at the top of the grip. Little bit of fitting to the top of the grip, and the whole area above the trigger. Not too bad, but it was my first time doing it so I really took my time.

Running a cut down Wolff 10lb w/ factory guide rod on a project Staccato i'm working on. Also running a Wilson shock-buff. Felt better with the 10lb than the 9lb, but it's all subjective. I don't see why you would want to change the guide rod itself.

MGW sight pro with shoes for all the different guns I work on: https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/sight-scope-installation-tools/sight-movers/sight-pro-sight-mover-prod60424.aspx

A couple years ago I had 2 CK Arms Hardcore limited guns. I also had a STI DVC Limited. The STI is a good gun, but between the two, CK Arms is an easy choice. Fit and finish, better trigger/ignition components, plus the steel grip made it an overall better gun to shoot. Shooters Connection has a few CK guns left over if you wanted new. https://www.shootersconnectionstore.com/2011-9mm-Limited-Gun-C1046.aspx Feel free to shoot me a message if you had any further questions.

Matching pair of satin black Nemesis and a satin black Hyperion.

Give them a call, see what they have in stock https://www.extremeshooters.com/sti-grips Make sure you get a magazine catch as well, Dawson's version is one of the most popular https://dawsonprecision.com/mag-releases-sti-2011-by-dawson-precision/

Welcome for the forums. If you want to run a larger magwell, you will have to upgrade to a Gen 1 STI grip (w/ mainspring housing and magazine catch). As of today, I don't know of any companies making large magwells for the Gen 2 (Staccato) grips.

If you're interested. I've tuned a few using Weigand's tool w/ his gauges and they run excellent. https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/handgun-tools/action-frame-tools/extractor-tools/1911-extractor-tensioning-tool-prod16110.aspx https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/handgun-tools/action-frame-tools/extractor-tools/extractor-tension-gauge-set-prod16125.aspx Tutorial: https://www.brownells.com/guntech/1911-auto-extractor-adjustment/detail.htm?lid=10261

They are no longer using PT grips. In fact, I tried to order a custom gun with a PT grip, and they said they literally only had one in-house, and would not be ordering more. Based off what i've seen them producing, its all Cheely grips. For me, the question is if the frame is Cheely as well. It's unfortunate, because I really liked the shape/feel of the PT Evo.

Plan was to add a Cheely E2 Agressive steel grip to an Atlas Hyperion. I understand why Atlas chose the aluminum grip, just not a big fan of the feel. I emailed Cheely to see if Atlas is using their frames on the Hyperion. Figured it would be relatively easy to fit the Cheely E2 Steel grip if the frame is Cheely as well. Any ideas? Haven't heard back from Cheely on the matter.

Thanks, I saw that video as well. Again, just goes over the basic concepts as people have on these forums. Was hoping for something more tutorial format if its out there.

Does anyone have an in depth tutorial on fitting a metal 2011 grip to a frame? I understand the basic concepts, and have read what was available on this forum, but I haven't found a full on tutorial (tools, process, photos, etc). Thanks!

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dry silicon spray will dry white and wipe off easily, should be visible on the black coated mags.

He said he purchased M2.0s. They don't have a loop to adjust like the 1.0s do. You could temporarily take the striker block out of the gun all together and go shoot it. See if it's a timing issue.

I spoke to a PT rep to day who informed me that magwells designed to fit STI will also fit the PT EVO grip. I tried two STI magwells as a test, but was unable to get them onto my PT EVO. There is no way those magwells were going on unless I hulk smashed them with a nylon hammer, even then, it felt questionable. I know that a few of you have the Dawson magwell on the PT EVO, but I haven't seen any others. Can anyone else confirm that the magwells designed to fit STI will also fit the PT EVO grip?

Select group 1, and any finish/mounting combo you'd like https://www.safariland.com/magazine/model-79-slimline-open-top-magazine-pouch---double-30584.html#start=1 Select group 1, and any finish/mounting combo you'd like https://www.safariland.com/magazine/model-775-slimline-open-top-triple-magazine-pouch-30585.html#start=1 Select group 2, and any finish/mounting combo you'd like https://www.safariland.com/magazine/model-73-open-top-double-magazine-pouch-23205.html#start=1 As he said above, they generally fall into the same fitment as the G21 magazine group.

I've carried a Tactical 5.0 in 9mm for a while now. I've also worked on a handful of Tactical models, and Staccato Ps, and feel like I can speak with some authority on it. Overall, the Staccato is a slightly better gun, but it's still an STI at the end of the day. I've had to fix extractor tension and feed lip dimensions on a few. One of the guns I handled straight up came with the wrong front sight and the officer chose to send it back to STI. The finish on the Staccato is definitely better. My Tactical 5.0 shows a decent amount of wear on it. The Staccato has a much more durable finish. The Staccato has deeper and more aggressive slide serrations. The sights are also better (factory fiber optic w/ adjustable rears) I'm really not a fan of the Gen 2 grip on the Staccato, it has very little friction and it would be difficult to put grip tape over it. Internals/trigger pull feels pretty much the same on both. Both could use a good polish. The Gen 2 magazines included with the Staccato are far superior, Gen 1 mags that come with the Tactical models are meh. Both will fit the Safariland 6360 series of holsters made for the Springfield Operator 1911. I hope this was somewhat helpful for you. If you have any specific questions you can reach out to me via message.

Ive posted a detailed write up about it here: If you want to ensure its a spring issue and not a timing issue, take out the striker block. Go run the gun without it and see if the issue persists. If it does, try a 13lb recoil spring and see if it helps. If it doesn't, you've likely got yourself a timing issue, refer to link above and adjust trigger bar loop. Feel to reach out via message if you need anything.

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Springer makes great products, and the combo they have will work flawlessly. The basepads are just more work to take off compared to TTI. The 140mm and 170mm extensions use an allen-key/set screw to secure the basepad to the magazine. That could get annoying really quickly if you clean your mags every-time they hit the deck. Their .25" basepads use the standard removal method.