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I carried an old Staccato for a couple of years, and with the Texas heat and Kydex, it needs some love. It still runs like an old Singer sewing machine, but it's rough looking. I've been talking to my Cerakote guy, and this one may get a "Jurassic Camouflage" theme, because, why not? I know a 10mm would be more appropriate, but with my worn out wrist, those aren't fun to me. I've been driving him crazy trying to come up with an idea for the grip panels on how to mix and match the Texas Star and Captain America symbols into something different. We haven't settled on anything yet, but he has a new laser that he wants to "Practice" with. I kind of have several projects that I want to do, but nothing is etched in stone at this point. The thing I notice is that having a tried and true firearm is kind of like have a '57 Chevy, sometimes you just need an outside point of view to breathe new life into it. Well, that and an unlimited check book. Yes, sometimes it's hard to have a vision of what could be, but we have so many options out there, that a couple of phone calls, and the next thing you know, you can have a collaboration that puts a smile on your face. Then there are the ones we have that it would almost be a sin to change. My better half is a curator of collectables, and there are some things that just won't fly. She had me pick up a couple of MP-5's, and to my way of thinking, I could make the cool factor go up, a lot. Well, that was a non-starter, but a different one in 22? I had one tricked out, and low and behold, that is first up in front of her safe for varmint control. One of my off the wall deals was an actual Winchester 1885, in 6.5 Creedmoor. Something about a 19th century rifle in a 21st century caliber. A buddy of mine borrowed it, and took it to far west Texas, and after hitting out to over 1500 yards, he really wanted it. Me being somewhat attached to it, wouldn't sell it. Eventually, I picked up a couple of more in that caliber, but on different platforms, and he had already bought one he liked. I eventually sold it on the wire, and the purchaser picked it up for his son on a ranch. As long as you have a vehicle to carry it around on, you're good. Did I mention it was heavy as all get out, but that thing was accurate. I really enjoy seeing and hearing what other folks have, and who knows, maybe we can inspire each other to try something different? By the way NM rocks, and you be safe, and have fun out there.

I had a Ruger SR1911 for a while, but had an instructor that had gotten tired of "Loaning" his WC 1911 with mammoth grips to new shooters, and then they would drop it, or throw it on a table, so I re-homed it to him. Seemed like a good idea at the time, but it's one of those that I should have hung onto. SWMBO wanted a 1911, so I found her a Colt commander in 9, a single stack, and she really liked it for a while. Still does, but she had me order several different grip panels, pink, purple, red white and blue, and I can't remember what else, but she has taken a shine to the CZ Shadow 2 Compact now. We moved a couple of years ago, and I need to find my 1911 grip box ( I have a couple of them ), and see what her preference is, probably orange for pumpkin spice season, and see if I need to change them out for her. She had options for it, but we don't go to the range like we used to. I have almost as much 9 as I do 38 and 45, ( Both kinds ), my 650 and SDB are getting lonely, but I have so much in reloads and factory right now, I probably will never have to reload again. I should see if I really need 2 Dillons, and maybe consider getting rid of one or the other. I apologize to the OP, as I didn't mean to take over his thread, but I really enjoy seeing what other folks have, and what they are used for. I really like seeing old school metal frames. Now that I'm semi retired, I don't have to answer to corporate power trippers, and I will admit that I generally have something on me at all times, and I kind of have settled on the Hellcat as my EDC. I know it isn't cowboy, or WB approved, but I've never had a problem with it, it rides well, functions well, and it isn't picky about what it has in the magazine. Personally, I like the 147 and 124 HP's, but it will do 115 or 117 RN or HP's, and not have any hiccups. Personally, I still like having regular sights, but I have a couple that have red or green dots, but I just haven't spent enough time adapting to those yet. I have a couple of PDF/CQB items, and they have dot sights, but they only get to go for a ride if we go to a large metro area, which isn't often. I have a new Mossberg that I need to finish putting together to go behind the seat of the truck. I still love my '97's, but in the midst of modern problems, sometimes a modern solution is the answer. I will try to get a few more pics in the next day or so, but I'm working on bringing an old trailer back from the land of bad things, and I have been tied up working on it. That's a whole different problem, and very not WB at all, but still an interesting part of the real world. I hope that we can still see some interesting items, and the stories that go with them. I know this is pointed to WB, but if you do this, and also a different kind of shooting, there are those of us that like everything. What do you have, and why do you like them? Happy trails to all, and bless us all.

I have been shooting 2011s since 2008 in competition. There are a ton of options now. Contrary to the current fad, which I am convinced will fade, the 2011 is not a carry or duty gun, it's a tool for winning matches. I have been shooting a 9mm in LO this year, I will be transitioning back to single stack after the NM Sectional which is in October, and probably shooting that for the foreseeable future because I enjoy single stack. Back in the day, before the division died completely, I shot Limited with an STI Eagle for ~16 years. Unfortunately all the iron sight divisions are pretty much dead, so it's pretty rare that I get the limited gun out these days.

The difference between a "guess" and an "assumption" are so slight as to not being worth the debate. Time spent arguing semantics is typically wasted. Explaining the business transaction is owed to no one. This dealer has saved me so much money on guns and reloading supplies over the years that I choose to not abuse the relationship. I had already mentioned that he offered to send it back and provided reasons why I chose not to. El Chapo summed it up well. I did report the issue with the barrel to CZ and have heard nothing for three weeks. In contrast, I contacted Springfield Armory about needing a taller front sight for the TRP and received one in the mail three days later . . . no charge. My experience with the new Colt 1911 barrel is not isolated but, from what I can find, seems to be limited. I certainly did not expect to receive such a messed up barrel and hope that no one else does either. Based on personal preference, I knew going into it that I would have to replace the MIM parts. Others may find that they don't need to do that and that's perfectly fine.

Ruger SR1911. Except for double diamond grips, a brass bearing glued into the front sight, and a Cylinder & Slide Shop sear spring, it's all stock.

https://www.brownells.com/gun-parts/handgun-parts/handgun-grips-parts/1911-auto-oversized-stock-bushings--tap/?sku=080570000 Order the above to fix it yourself, or have a gunsmith do it. I've had it done on a Colt years ago, and it's still going strong.

Regarding the name, the model is Model 12 (on the top of both of those pages), variant is Featherweight. Making it a Model 12 Featherweight. I'm pretty certain that the admin of the Winchester Collectors org would agree, but you can contact him if you want. As for "no takedown collar" - I see no collar on the pages you display. It's got a takedown mechanism that allows only for barrel removal, but has no "takedown collar" (receiver extension) that allows both the barrel and mag tube to be dismounted. As for character attack by calling someone an "ex spurt" - I've seen that trick before. No interpersonal conflicts, please. If you want to discuss real stuff, let's do it. good luck, GJ

I guess Winchester didn’t have internet ex spurts to tell them they didn’t know what they were talking about when they built the guns. What did they know?

Those are sweet! I've always wanted an early production Colt, but haven't found the "Right" one yet. My brother, and my best friend are both FFL's, and every so often they see Tisas under $200. We have been thinking about getting a couple, and seeing if we can drop in a Nighthawk ignition system, just to see if it would work. On paper, it should, but you never know...... If we do, I will report on how it goes. On a different note, how many have gone down the 2011 hole? I have a couple of Staccato's, one a double stack 45, and it shoots like a 9. Actually I think it's an STI. Then I had to get a couple of WC's, just for grins. Then I found a DWX, and it's a completely different animal. The good news is that it fits 1911 holsters just fine. and the factory magazines hold a couple of more rounds than the others do. You either love the grip, or you don't. Personally, it works for me. Which led to me rescuing an Italian police issued Browning Hi Power, and doing a complete rebuild and Cerakote as it had been rode hard and put up wet. Literally. It was rusted pretty bad, but looks brand new now. I would get pictures, but I will have to wait until tomorrow, if anyone is interested? I felt bad posting pictures, but if we can see some other cool guns, and hear their story, that would be awesome. We are kind of the keepers of history, and my brother is a striker kind of guy, but he will shoot anything I bring to the range. Especially if I bring the ammo. Let's keep this one going, and if you're just perusing the post, but have something cool, please chime in, and if you have pictures, let's see them.

My only 1911 currently. Colt 1918 reproduction. Factory stock, shoots WB and gets carried.

This is mine that I use for USPSA.

These are my 3 main 1911's. Full size DE. It was an early one, and has the billboard on the side, but it's probably my best .45. Full size Colt, and it's my back up WB 1911. Works great, but I don't want to beat it up too bad..... My commander DE, not WB legal, but was carried a lot, also an earlier model, but 'smith filled in the billboard, and then Cerakoted the slide. It has a set of Crimson Trace green laser grips, which is almost unfair, but I've never had a problem with it.

Winchester collectors hold that the Featherweight is a Model 12 variant, and from comments above by other WB rules followers, would be easily considered as a full-blown Model 12 for WB matches. It's the only non-takedown-collared version of the Model 12. good luck, GJ Reference link: Winchester Collector Org Admin Thread on Featherweights

At the risk of making someone a little peeved, I can recommend Desert Eagle 1911's. When I could still do WB, I didn't want to tear up my Colt's or WC's, so I thought I would try one of them. All I did was change the grips and main spring to accommodate a lighter load, and with WC or McCormick magazines, I've never had a FTF or ejection problem. I liked it so well I bought a commander, and used it for years as an EDC. The only thing I didn't like about that was with Kydex, it wore some of the blueing off. I have since had that resolved with a custom Cerakote job, and she is sure pretty now. If I can dig through the safe, I will try to get some pictures, if anyone is curious. While I lack the knowledge of a lot you on here, I have enjoyed figuring out how to make them run. No one explained to me that a 1911 doesn't just dig a rabbit hole to go down, but it turns into a network of tunnels, with many twist and turns, and goes deeper than you could have guessed.

It was my GUESS, not an assumption, made because I was trying to fill in the details that you left out in your earliest post. You still have not explained the business transaction you had with the dealer, even if he is a friend (that should make little difference). I still stand by my statement that CZ Group, the relatively new owners of Colt, would benefit from hearing of your problems with a new gun from their factory. Perhaps it was made back with previous ownership. But if made by CZ's workforce, they will want to know of the serious problems you had and decided to fix on your own funding. good luck, garrisonjoe

For what it is worth, anecdotal, I know, I have been using a Colt Competition 1911 that is actually a series 80. The only modification has been to change the front sight to a gold bead. I use good magazines and double check my ammo. No malfunctions ore issues.

Such a modification is not listed, at least in one source.

I have used 4.1 grains of WST for 225 gr. flat point in, Reds 45 power factor is 164.4, in mine it is 169.4 power factor. ST

There is no non takedown Model 12. The Featherweight is a takedown. Just a different design than a standard Model 12.

A mounting slot for some sort of flash hider perhaps? GJ

Just the area of the front sight/band. I could not find anything about such a cut, that was done by an Armory. Must have been a civilian blemish. One fellow thought it sounded like a key cut, but for what?

Your assumption is incorrect. This is a guy who is a good friend of mine, sold it to me at his cost, never charges me a transfer fee, and even refused to let me pay for a rifle that I 'bought' for my son's Christmas present. He actually did offer to send it back but I figured the most that I could count on was the barrel replaced and an 8-month wait. Most 1911s in that price range are what I consider to be kits anyway. I don't mind doing the work and end up with something built the way that I want without spending big money with the high-dollar smiths.

A company that would let a 1911 out the door with a 7 pound trigger is no more likely to send you back a gun in serviceable condition than they were the first time. Like I said, ignore Colt at all costs and get yourself a Dan Wesson if that's what you have budget for. Colt is garbage.

I would have made the dealer on that lemon take it back and get another in, ASAP. Clearly not serviceable. I guess you were buying from a dealer who would not honor factory warranty and get a replacement ordered on his own funding or from a factory rep? Really poor dealer service, and a gun that sounds like it was made on Friday before Labor Day. CZ Group ought to have heard about that many problems! good luck, GJ

Hills, Wow! That is definitely not a ringing endorsement of the Colt. Sorry to hear about those problems. Sounds like you ironed them out but ya never should have had to.