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  1. Yes we learned how to use the mill for slide and frame cuts. You can fit the slide to frame and barrel to frame by hand (and We discussed it) but the mill makes it easy and quick. Example....I had to take .026in off the side of my barrel hood. You can do that by a file but it is going to take a while be very difficult to keep the file square the whole time for a precise fit. Two passes on the mill and the barrel fit perfectly and square
  2. I actually just finished the class at AWT and I would be happy to discuss the course. If you have a desire for a top notch 1911 (or 2011) and want to build the firearm, this class is a fantastic resource. Not only will you learn how to fit each and every component you will learn about the platform, learn how to tune your pistol and magazines, and learn how to troubleshoot various potential issues. We started off by going over the design per the mil-spec and understanding how the pistol functioned. We proceeded to fit the slide to frame and then the barrel to the slide. This is made easy by a template that was created by Don at AWT. You can see in the pictures posted where we cut the frame for the Wilson/Nowlin cut and cut the feet of the barrel for a precise lock up. We went over all the internals and then proceeded to fit each and every component. In this class you will learn how to fit each component, make adjustments, and a few tricks that make assembly and disassembly a breeze. After the pistol is assemble you will go over several important quality checks to ensure proper function prior to test firing. We test fired the pistol to see what adjustments (if any) were needed. We then went back to the shop, dissembled the pistol and discussed all the possible adjustments that we can make to tweak and tune this pistol into a 100% reliable pistol ready for competition or defense. Don was great in explaining how to tune and make adjustments to the pistol and magazines which is very important with 2011's. He highlighted the causes and effects and after making several adjustments we went back out for testing and the pistol performed with out any issue We can buy a 1911 and even watch YouTube videos on how to fit several components. The difference for me was learning to what tweaks and adjustments I can make to adjust the pistol to my flavor and ensure 100% reliability. This class cover so many little tidbits that you just done see in books and online. Its a testament to AWT's knowledge and experience. This course is a great opportunity to learn from a top notch experienced gunsmith. I could not be more happy with the outcome. If you have any specific questions from this course I would be happy to answer them for you. Regards, David
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