I've recently learned that I can just look up pretty much any 1911 video and it would apply. Compared to looking up any HK video and it won't work since there are so many different models. I would have to google HK VP9 or HK45, etc...  With 1911's I guess they're all the same basic design, despite being made by different makers (Kimber, Colt, S&W, etc...). So instead of looking up a specific M45A1 FAQ or maintenance schedule, I can just look up 1911 FAQ or maintenance schedule. Like AR wear points and not have to YT Daniel Defense AR wear points or M&P Sport II wear points.

I say pretty much because then of course there are the Cadillac's of 1911's like Dan Wessons that have their own things or Infiniti race guns, etc...Or a SIG Scorpion that has an external extractor. Then there's 2011's.  But you guys get where I'm going.

I'm gonna YT more one I do my PTA. No sense doing it now, I will forget and have to re-watch by the time I pick her up.

I do have my Wilson 10rd mags loaded this entire time. Which on 3 of them, that 10th rd was harder to put in. And now no problem. Also seems like it's easier to load 1911 mags than other double stack pistol mags. IDK if I will even need a mag loader.  And still gotta attach my RTI attachment to the Safariland holster. I held off on this just in case I needed to get another model.  But gonna blue locktite once I pick up the gun.

OP - Google "AR15 cam pin wear" for an example. . .

I goggled and now crap. I'm gonna go look now. I never looked for this b4. The only thing I did do was change the buffer tube spring and gas ring test.  The twang is gone. Im not too good with hands on stuff, so as long as the guns shoot, I don't inspect.

I did change the mag springs for the VP9 because on 2 mags I was getting a failure of the slide locking back after the last round. And since they're cheap, I just replaced all the mag springs at once. The problem was solved. But cause and effect type of problem. I never inspected the springs just to check on them.

Now I'm re-evaluating if I need to do this. Thanks.

I've recently learned that I can just look up pretty much any 1911 video and it would apply. Compared to looking up any HK video and it won't work since there are so many different models. I would have to google HK VP9 or HK45, etc...  With 1911's I guess they're all the same basic design, despite being made by different makers (Kimber, Colt, S&W, etc...). So instead of looking up a specific M45A1 FAQ or maintenance schedule, I can just look up 1911 FAQ or maintenance schedule. 1) Like AR wear points and not have to YT Daniel Defense AR wear points or M&P Sport II wear points.

2) I say pretty much because then of course there are the Cadillac's of 1911's like Dan Wessons that have their own things or Infiniti race guns, etc...Or a SIG Scorpion that has an external extractor. Then there's 2011's.  But you guys get where I'm going.

I'm gonna YT more one I do my PTA. No sense doing it now, I will forget and have to re-watch by the time I pick her up.

I do have my Wilson 10rd mags loaded this entire time. Which on 3 of them, that 10th rd was harder to put in. And now no problem. Also seems like it's easier to load 1911 mags than other double stack pistol mags. IDK if I will even need a mag loader.  And still gotta attach my RTI attachment to the Safariland holster. I held off on this just in case I needed to get another model.  But gonna blue locktite once I pick up the gun.

1) Don't worry about that.  Nothing special about your AR, nor a typical DDM4.  They are all "milspec" (I hate that term, but take that as typical) and of the DI design, not piston.  Same-same.

2) My 1911s are budget (really quite inexpensive).  That said, I've shot a number of higher end 1911, including W/C, Nighthawk, Les Baer, etc.  I assume those would come with recommendations, but I also heard and was told from the owners that most of those models are tighter tolerances (for various reasons or sales pitches).  Don't know where your model falls, but I would assume mass production level.

I goggled and now crap. I'm gonna go look now. I never looked for this b4. The only thing I did do was change the buffer tube spring and gas ring test.  The twang is gone. Im not too good with hands on stuff, so as long as the guns shoot, I don't inspect.

I did change the mag springs for the VP9 because on 2 mags I was getting a failure of the slide locking back after the last round. And since they're cheap, I just replaced all the mag springs at once. The problem was solved. But cause and effect type of problem. I never inspected the springs just to check on them.

Now I'm re-evaluating if I need to do this. Thanks.

I mean don't go looking for things if you're not having issues.  I recall that one, and many like it when I used to be Admin on a gun board, and that came up in one of the subforums I was Mod. 

I was just sharing what I do, which is keeping an eye out on stuff like unusual wear as I clean.  Not really looking for anything, but if something just seems out of "normal".  Then look into it further. 

The buffer tube thing is often one of looking for a cure without a root reason, or perceived reason.  Like you noticed yesterday with many folks with guns that didn't lock back on last round.  Many causes of that.  Magazine, under powered ammo, action springs, etc.  While I can't fault folks who like to tinker, it often leads to a lot of variables.

2) My 1911s are budget (really quite inexpensive).  That said, I've shot a number of higher end 1911, including W/C, Nighthawk, Les Baer, etc.  I assume those would come with recommendations, but I also heard and was told from the owners that most of those models are tighter tolerances (for various reasons or sales pitches).  Don't know where your model falls, but I would assume mass production level.

What I came across is that the M45 not like your grandpa's 1911 (WW2 era), but not Nighthawk. More like above average when compared to a $700 Rock Island one.  But in the end, it's the Indian, not the arrow. I remember watching a YT vid and most people cannot out shoot their gun. IIRC it was Warrior Poet or John Correa (Active Self Protection).  I even thing MSP said something along that line as well with regards to match 2011's or something and a red dot.

I mean don't go looking for things if you're not having issues.  I recall that one, and many like it when I used to be Admin on a gun board, and that came up in one of the subforums I was Mod. 

I was just sharing what I do, which is keeping an eye out on stuff like unusual wear as I clean.  Not really looking for anything, but if something just seems out of "normal".  Then look into it further. 

The buffer tube thing is often one of looking for a cure without a root reason, or perceived reason.  Like you noticed yesterday with many folks with guns that didn't lock back on last round.  Many causes of that.  Magazine, under powered ammo, action springs, etc.  While I can't fault folks who like to tinker, it often leads to a lot of variables.

Yeah, I spend extra $ going from  milspec buffer spring to a double braided Geiselle one. Only difference was the twang, which never bothered me and when comparing the 2 side by side, the worn in milspec one was like 3 inches shorter. Prior to replacing, I had no issues that would warrant it.  Just that 1 guy mentioned the twang sound, that I thought was normal when shooting and having your ear that close to the buffer tube. So basically above my pay grade to diagnose.

I like that phrase "don't go looking for things if you're not having issues".

The Colt M45A1 looks similar to the Scorpion and has the tacticool level that I like.  I don't mind spending a little more $1600 vs. $1100.  My budget has increased since my OG post.  Gun Broker had a bunch for $1600's. Safariland makes a foreskin holster.  But the problem is that I would like a WML on it and they only make for the X300. Which is double the cost of my Streamlight TLR1-HL. So basically spending about $500 more.

Sounds like I missed the boat. I've been watching GB for the past 2 months and they're going for about $2500. Still got mine for under $3K, but more than $2500.

which mag springs did you get?
do they lock back now?

I goggled and now crap. I'm gonna go look now. I never looked for this b4. The only thing I did do was change the buffer tube spring and gas ring test.  The twang is gone. Im not too good with hands on stuff, so as long as the guns shoot, I don't inspect.

I did change the mag springs for the VP9 because on 2 mags I was getting a failure of the slide locking back after the last round. And since they're cheap, I just replaced all the mag springs at once. The problem was solved. But cause and effect type of problem. I never inspected the springs just to check on them.

Now I'm re-evaluating if I need to do this. Thanks.

Only failure’s to feed I’ve had with the Scorpion is the last round of 10 round Wilson mags. Pretty new mags though.
Never thought of leaving them loaded for a while.
Guess I’ll try it.

Glad you hopefully, fingers crossed, knock wood found your buy once cry once.
Didn’t really want to sell the Scorpion but would have to you.
Dang thread is 25+ pages long with all the boys watching and chiming.

Got my permit today, register tomorrow.
Nothing like yours but I’m happy.
Let’s go shoot.
O.F. Set it up.
I got the grill and charcoal. (Bring tools  )

which mag springs did you get?
do they lock back now?

I dont remember. They work fine now though.

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What I came across is that the M45 not like your grandpa's 1911 (WW2 era), but not Nighthawk. More like above average when compared to a $700 Rock Island one.  But in the end, it's the Indian, not the arrow. I remember watching a YT vid and most people cannot out shoot their gun. IIRC it was Warrior Poet or John Correa (Active Self Protection).  I even thing MSP said something along that line as well with regards to match 2011's or something and a red dot.

My RIA 9 mm 1911 was less than $400, but I did get a pretty good discount.  It's a sweet gun.  Only thing I would change (if I shot it more) is the sights, but it's fine just out of the box. 

While I can understand that most folks can't out shoot their gun, there are some guns where the QC, tolerances, etc "CAN" be a benefit.  But eh, no worries.  You graduated from your VP9 and the M45 will have you shooting "1/3 jabons" in no time. . . 

Sounds like I missed the boat. I've been watching GB for the past 2 months and they're going for about $2500. Still got mine for under $3K, but more than $2500.

Early bird gets the worm, but the second rat gets the cheese. . . uh, yeah. . . 

which mag springs did you get?
do they lock back now?

Why?  When one day you actually by the HK you fantasize about?      

My RIA 9 mm 1911 was less than $400, but I did get a pretty good discount.  It's a sweet gun.  Only thing I would change (if I shot it more) is the sights, but it's fine just out of the box. 

While I can understand that most folks can't out shoot their gun, there are some guns where the QC, tolerances, etc "CAN" be a benefit.  But eh, no worries.  You graduated from your VP9 and the M45 will have you shooting "1/3 jabons" in no time. . . 

QC is a deal breaker for me. TBH Tarus makes some tacticool stuff, but no bueno.

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For some unknown reason, some smiths won't work on Rock Island 1911s.

Sounds like I missed the boat. I've been watching GB for the past 2 months and they're going for about $2500. Still got mine for under $3K, but more than $2500.

I passed on it when they released the decommissioned guns to Gunbroker and slowly watched people flip them for profit.

I passed on it when they released the decommissioned guns to Gunbroker and slowly watched people flip them for profit.

Was like $1k right? Assholes flipping instead of letting interested people actually buy. To each their own.

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PTA applied for today.

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PTA applied for today.

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D A M N!  After 26 pages no less….

Threat stared 14 April 2021, so almost a year. . .

The worst part is that my budget tripled. I could have spent that on more ammo or p-hub.  If only I didn't come across the M45, I would have probably got the Scorpion last year.  It did take some digging to find a holster that would work with the Scorpion (Safariland w/foreskin).  Like I used IG and saw others with it and had to msg them what model holster they got.