wanttolearn Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Hi, building an STI frame for open . It will be 38 super. i don't have a drill press. Wondering who might be best to send the frame to to have an optic mount installed. will probably also have the ejector and beavertail put on at the same time (both STI parts). Also, preferences as to a particular optic mount. the serendipity mounts on both sides but i kind of like the idea of using a one sided mount. the top end is from a matchmaster. Thank you for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatland Shooter Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 (edited) Depending on your frame, you might also need a cut for the barrel ramp. Since the frame is considered the "gun", you might see if there is a good gunsmith locally that can do the work. Shipping will add to the cost. Sounds like this is your first build; there is a lot more to be done that just the items you mentioned to turn a frame into an accurate and reliable open gun. Bill Edited July 12, 2014 by Flatland Shooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanttolearn Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 (edited) Thank you, i know you're correct. I truly am very new to all of this but trying to learn. don't really know anyone locally to do this type of work. I was fortunate enough to purchase an older sti top end that fits well in the slide and the frame, the frame has a wilson/nowlin cut already. I sent a message to Mr. Cheely and he was kind enough to quickly respond, he's so busy he can only doing new builds and Gans notes that he can't do work for California. I appreciate your help. Edited July 12, 2014 by wanttolearn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnyglock Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Gans guns. If he takes the work he is fast and talented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striped1 Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 I would give Benny or Derek Hill a call at Triangle Shooting Sports... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanttolearn Posted July 12, 2014 Author Share Posted July 12, 2014 I've tried quite a few people, they've all been very nice but so far no one is taking on these smaller jobs. I just sent Triangle Sports and email as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Where are you located? Maybe somebody knows a good smith close to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanttolearn Posted July 13, 2014 Author Share Posted July 13, 2014 Thanks, i'm in San Diego Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHMSA15151 Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Have you checked with STI? They would be the most qualified. Especially if you're going to ship it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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