1911 Series 80 (Firing Pin Block Removal)

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What I'm interested in doing is removing the Firing Pin Block FPB on my Taurus PT1911. Not that its having any issues, I'm modified most of the internals
STI - Hammer, Strut, Sear
Kimber - Match Trigger
Wilson - Bulletproof sear spring, 19lb mainspring

And it has a pretty decent pull. Guessing around 3.5 - 4lbs. Just as a test, I'd like to remove the FPB. I know the gun will fire with it removed, and possibly if dropped.
But what I'm looking for is long term usage. IF the plunger is removed from the slide, that leaves basically a hole in the slide that leads up into the firing pin.

So my question is, anyone who's done this before, does the gun foul quicker? Any negatives to removing it? And yes I know its a factory safety system design to prevent the firing pin releasing if dropped. Personally if you drop a loaded gun with hammer pulled, chances are you shouldn't be handling a gun, or in a manner that might get accidentally dropped.

Anyway, enough ranting about that. But the question stands. Will it foul the firing pin quicker, or cause any long term wear issues?

Thanks in advance
 
The entire 1911 gets dirty inside, eventually. If you really hate the hole, I suppose a gunsmith could braze it closed for you. (Low heat = not likely to damage slide)

On another note, if you like the pistol without the firing pin block, there are parts kits to fill the recess in the frame where the lever is now.

If the Taurus PT1911 is a real Colt clone, these should fit.

Also, you might want to look into a lighter firing pin (possibly titanium) and heavier firing pin spring. In combination, I believe these let Springfield Armory's 1911's pass a "drop test" and didn't impair reliable ignition.
 
i have seen sets of filler parts. it could have been up to a year ago... but look for them on gun broker or ebay. i cant even remember what they are called but they drop right in, no mods needed
 
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