bobobooie Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 I did a couple of searches and here is the situation I have. I have a new gun with the STI recoil master (heavy) installed at the factory. I like and am used to a one piece solid guide rod and a single spring. I noticed on two other recent handguns that the rear of the one piece guide rods have a bevel from about half way down. The searches thus far told me that the bevel is "about 30*" and was easy to do with a belt sander. My questions are: Why the bevel? Years ago I do not recall any bevel and folks were replacing one piece with two piece, short ones with full length ones, etc. I do not recall anyone in my group doing any bevel. I realize I could have been with a dumb group. And lastly, is the exact bevel best, instead of "about 30*"? Should I measure with a protractor and bevel accordingly in relation with the barrel feet? Oh heck, and what's a new (100 rd) recoil master worth when I go to the next match and offer it for sale or trade? Thanks so much for any insight you can/will give. The proper thread would be cool too if you would direct me. I just can't find the info I want when I search. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDRODA396 Posted October 16, 2007 Share Posted October 16, 2007 NOT trying to be a smart-a##, but the easiest way about it would be simply pick up a STI steel guide rod, already set to go in your STI and available at Shooters for $15.75. Dropped right into my Edge like it was made for the gun! Just a thought... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobobooie Posted October 16, 2007 Author Share Posted October 16, 2007 (edited) NOT trying to be a smart-a##, but the easiest way about it would be simply pick up a STI steel guide rod, already set to go in your STI and available at Shooters for $15.75. Dropped right into my Edge like it was made for the gun!Just a thought... Now that's an idea I really had not thought of. Thought they were done on an individual basis or something. Thanks. Edited October 16, 2007 by bobobooie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 A barely used RM like yours would probably sell for something like $50-70....new ones are $85 plus shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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