Lumber_Jack

Exactly! And I may be in the minority here but I don't clean my stainless barrel guns every outing, more like every 1000rds. I just make sure the chamber is clean and wipe down the outside. I've shot the .45 variety and works just fine. I don't like it cause you cant reload the cases, but it shoots fine.

Yes.. With a single action 1911 the trigger pull is light (4lbs) so to carry with a round in the chamber and hammer cocked it is essential to have the thumb safety engaged. The grip safety is more of a backup than a first line safety. Also in some models there is a firing pin block that prevents the firing pin from moving if the gun is dropped. This is disengaged with the grip safety. But that's not on all 1911s

The difference between geek and Greek has what to do with a restaurant menu? I was in college I understand very well.

What's the difference?

After reading Tim's post, I don't think you need to replace you extractor as much as your firing pin stop. You said "starting to see" does that mean it was fine at first, or has done this occasionally all along? Maybe the clocking is getting worse over time. I'd try fitting a new FPS like Tim said, I did it so that means anyone can . But to your question if you do replace your extractor, then yes it's probably worth it. This one http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=23561/Product/1911_AUTO_HEAVY_DUTY_EXTRACTOR I like the round corners to reduce failure, should last forever

I believe it's assembled in NC, but I don't know much about where th parts come from. I like the ATI, there have been some reports with minor problems with some, like failure to feed or failure to eject, but as you will find all 1911 can have those problems, even the Para. The Titan in the thread is 3" model, I'm not a fan of 1911 that short. They have a special 2 spring recoil system that can be problematic (earlier mentioned). I would consider the FX GI Model. It's a commander length, and I have fired one personally and it was nice, no slide play, solid fit. See here ( Products ) These guns are usually priced in the $500 dollar range.

my buddy was in love with a girl that worked their when we were in college. Turned out she had herpes:dropjaw:. Kind of lost my appetite for that place after that. Some things a gun cant protect you from:D

EGW makes a great extractor but will require a little more fitting than the Ed Brown possibly. but there are no garuntees as you probably know

I carry 50/50, I have a comp-tac Mtac, and a DM Bullard Bodyguard. I use the OWB anytime I'm wearing a button up or a jacket. If it's t-shirt only or dress clothes I go IWB. I did not have to buy bigger pants, I wore a 32 before and can fit IWB just fine, so if your pants are a little lose as you said, you should be fine. Especially with a leather/Kydex. BTW i carry a Kimber Eclipse Pro (4" 1911) I like the comp tac better than Supertuck because you can adjust the cant depending on your specific draw.

http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/show-tell/48196-my-new-edc.html I had a notion, check out this thread. They make a nice pistol, it also come in parkerized garyish black, and have 5" models as well. I would lean towards it over the Para, I believe you get a better fit and finish for less money. The ATI is made in the phillippines, that doesn't matter to me but does to some.

Yes baiting is Illegal even for hogs. I believe you will have a good chance for seeing hogs, the population in that region is pretty high. It's completely overrun in counties to the north, ie Putnam, Overton/Fentress.

+1 on both previous posts. Wilson 47D's work for me every time, also Tripps Reaserch are probably hareleded as the best 1911 mags, but pricey (worth it IMO). I would try different brands of ammo first. Spear, hornady XTP or FTX, as well as the forementioned golden sabers

I've not been up there, you live in Kingsport? Might check tri-cities gun depot in Elizabethton, it's a little drive from Bristol or Kingsport but I have heard lots of good things. What does he have com in in, maybe we have opinions on that model too

MSRP is $699, so I expect any gun shop to be well below that. Out the door, is tax and back ground included so that means the gun price is $595 + $55 tax +$10 backcheck. That seems pretty good to me, I don't know if you'll be able to find that gun much cheaper. The cheapest is buds which we have discussed. I just think you need to decide if that's the gun for you, if so I think its a good price BTW what shop are you dealing with, don't worry im not gonna snatch it out fro under you

Never been there have to check it out. I think we may have derailed the thread from original intent

No worries man, all things being in context I feel we all could relate. Sorry for your loss, these things are never easy.

Is it really necessary to yell? Code of Conduct #3, read it sometime I don't think this is a dumb question, its no more dumb than 90% of the others asked on here. If you don't know you ask, that's the whole point of TGO. as to the OP I believe move and shoot is the beset option, but like Punisher said, it all depend on distance from you to BG. if it's 3 feet you've got to move faster and further to avoid a reaction shot from BG. if it's 15' you can move less distance, but would still be committed to as fast as possible. These are things you should practice. I like to stand if front of a full length mirror, using my reflection as the BG. Then I practice drawing and dry firing, drawing and moving to the side, and just general quick movements. These are things that can be greatly improved without actually being at the range

Who only charges 20? Coal creek is $25 for guns they don't stock, $50 for ones they do. I'm not sure what Gunnies charges. Vie never bought online, just stating from signs in stores.

I wouldn't say it's far from the cheapest. That insinuates that its way overpriced. $619 for the GI ESP is not over priced. But buy all means shop around. I was just posting for reference, I've got no pony in the race. South Clinton would be a ways out of the way on a trip from tri-cities to Nashville tho.

ahh I was just wondering if some of the "lighten the recipe" posts were for polymer frame guns not 1911s? (see signature)

To dolomite's point about cost, with 3% and $5 insurance, you are at $601.37 + $10 for background + $50 FFL transfer fee, for the beavertail model. The cheapest I've seen in Knoxville is at Frontier Firearms for $619 cash + %9.25 tax+ $10 background So Buds = $661.00 Frontier= $686.25 To me I'd rather spend 25 extra and take it home that day, others may disagree, you might also find a cheaper FFL Fee to add some savings Someone check me if I'm wrong BTW Frontier is right off the interstate at exit 356, if you want to stop on your way to Nashville, it's worth a look.

You can't go wrong at that price. It's basically a standard GI model with a beavertail grip safety and loop hammer. I wouldn't worry about the trigger it's a single action and will be crisp. As far as parts its a 1911 its a standard single stack so any aftermarket mainspring housing with magwell will fit with some minor fitting possibly required. I think it has dovetail sights but not 100%. If it does you can swap for Novak or Trijicon no prob. You won't find a 1911 for that price without going the ATI route. Don't forget the FFL fee regardless if shipping is free Correction: the gun listed for 468 Has the standard grip safety. If it were me i would save an extra 100 dollars and buy the GI ESP with the beavertail grip safety, just my opinion

Great looking gun for sure. I can't seem to get past the external extractor to buy one tho. Maybe one day

I'm a little slow on the uptake, took me a minute to get that one, haha

What gun are you shooting these in?