[2 Piece Guide Rod Came Apart ?]

Hi all,

After a practice session of around 200 rounds, I noticed about 1/2 inch of the end of my tungsten guide rod sticking out from my long dust cover SVI frame (5" barrel). Upon dissassembly, I found that the guide rod had separated. It does not appear to thread back together (tried a vice and pliers already).

How should I fix this? Never had a 2 piece rod before.

Thanks!

[Slide Lightening]

I'm looking to have the slide on my STI Edge lightened by a few ounces, either milled or EDM - any recommendations on who/where to go?

Thanks.

[VihtaVuori and Dillon Powder Measure]

I've seen dramatic differences in the powder delivered with my Dillon and VVN320 as well with low charges, for example 4.2gr. When 5.0gr are delivered, the inconsistent probelme go away. Have cleaned it many times, still the same problem.

[Gunsmith List]

Try TJ at tjscustomgunworks.com

TJ has fixed problems on my pistols caused by other so-called gunsmiths. He's very fast and professional. He builds/modifies great IPSC/IDPA guns.

I can recommend him highly.

[gun porn to get us to 2005]

More gun porn; some of my toys.

http://uploads.fakeleg.com/guns/DSC01293.jpg

Happy New Year!

[Cocked, half-cocked, hammer down?]

I posted the question because pisols have been shipped to me from very well-known gunsmiths with the hammer cocked or at half-cock.

Thanks.

[Cocked, half-cocked, hammer down?]

What is the proper way to leave the hammer when storing a 1911/2011 pistol for storage (a few weeks to months)? Assuming the pistol is cleaned and well-lubed for protection of course.

Does it make a difference?

Thanks.

[IDPA Mag pouches for S_I mags]

I like comp-tac products as well, but which model should I order to fit the tapered-widebody S_I mags?

Comp-tac does not list a mag holder specific for these? Will a double-stack holder work?

Thanks for the help.

[IDPA Mag pouches for S_I mags]

Can anyone recommend mag pouches for S_I .40cal 126mm mags for use in IDPA?

Thanks.

[Reloading Benches]

There's nothing like some NRA quotes and photos of 2nd Amendment supporters around a reloading area!

Thanks for editing Flex - I wasn't sure how to get the pic to show up.

[Ideas for magazine article]

Hi Bob,

How about:

1) how and why to tune magazines

2) proper cleaning and lubrication procedures for a 1911/2011 limited/open pistol

3) a guide to basic modifications: 2011 grip change, magwell change, etc.

Love the articles!

Thanks.

[Reloading Benches]

Here is my reloading bench - a simple Craftsman bench, Dillon 550, and some appropriate artwork.

Thanks to Shooter-grrl for hosting!

[Brazos Custom Gunworks]

Hi Bob,

What's your opinion on using an STI Recoil Master vs solid guide rods (tungsten or stainless) in a .40 STI Limited pistol?

Pros/cons of each?

Thanks.

[3 gun rifle purchase suggestions]

I would recommend a 18-20" barrel with a good compensator or magnaport. I've been using a 24" bull barrel with magnaporting and find it too long and muzzle heavy for fast target transitions.

Check out Bushmaster, DPMS, and Rock River Arms flat-top uppers.

[DIY scott grips ....again...]

Does anyone have photos of their DIY grip modifications? would love to see some examples.

Thanks.

[USPSA Open Nationals on OLN - Tonight !! 14th Oct]

Just wondering, but, why did Michael Voight shoot an STI in the Open Nationals - I expect to an SVI in his hand? or am I wrong?

[Holsters that work with round trigger single stack]

I've been using the CR Speed with my Kimber Gold Match 1911 for the past 6 months and it holds and locks the pistol securely.

[Arredondo follower and Grams springs]

I would appreciate the shipping info and prices as well.

Thanks.

[Arredondo follower and Grams springs]

Thanks for the info. I'll probably just stay with the Grams format follower and springs. I was intrigued by the nature of the Teflon follower for possibly preventing follower hang-ups in the tube.

Beven,

Will you "tune" a mag using a different base pad than yours?

Thanks.

[Arredondo follower and Grams springs]

Has anyone tried using an Arredondo Teflon Follower with a Grams spring setup - will they work together in a 40cal STI tube?

Thanks

[Brazos Custom Gunworks]

Hi Bob,

What is the advantage of having the "slide lock function disabled" on your new Pro SC series limited pistols?

Thanks.

[Disassembly of EAA Witness Gold Team]

I think that about covers it - Thanks. My Gold Team has a C-more on top and, although being a CZ fan, was thoroughly confused by the prospects of dissasembly.

I'll give this a try and probably come back with more questions!

One more thing - can anyone recommend a good gunsmith to perform a trigger job on the EAA Gold Team?

Thanks.

[Disassembly of EAA Witness Gold Team]

Does anyone have a good description of how to disassemble an EAA Witness Gold Team, compensated, in 38 super.

I am very familiar with stripping down CZ pistols and the EAA should be the same, with the exception of the compensator, which seems to make disassembly impossible - please help?

Thanks.

[Bedell Spitfire vs. Brazos Pro SC]

Thanks everybody - I just ordered the Pro SC Limited myself!

[Limcat brass basepad]

Thanks for the advice as always, much appreciated.