RevolvingGarbage
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I did a search and found some info, but I want to get some definitive answers, if such a thing exists.
I have an all original Colt 1911 Government stainless in .45ACP. Totally factory set up, aside from the grips, and including the factory recoil spring, and made in 1989.
What I want to do is be able to shoot .45 Super from this gun, both for the fun factor and as a hunting side arm. I don't intend to shoot it regularly, certainly not more than maybe 50 rounds a month or as much as 200-300 rounds ever.
I have heard some sources say that a limited amount of .45 Super won't hurt a steel framed gun, but still I plan to do some basic reinforcing to the gun because I don't want to risk damage. I plan on getting a wolf 20lb spring, and the plastic shock buffers. Is this all I need to safety shoot .45 Super? If so, are there specific shock buffers for GI guide rods, or are they universal?
I have an all original Colt 1911 Government stainless in .45ACP. Totally factory set up, aside from the grips, and including the factory recoil spring, and made in 1989.
What I want to do is be able to shoot .45 Super from this gun, both for the fun factor and as a hunting side arm. I don't intend to shoot it regularly, certainly not more than maybe 50 rounds a month or as much as 200-300 rounds ever.
I have heard some sources say that a limited amount of .45 Super won't hurt a steel framed gun, but still I plan to do some basic reinforcing to the gun because I don't want to risk damage. I plan on getting a wolf 20lb spring, and the plastic shock buffers. Is this all I need to safety shoot .45 Super? If so, are there specific shock buffers for GI guide rods, or are they universal?