jr_roosa
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I have an old 1911 that I probably shouldn't shoot anymore. It's plenty safe, but it's all original except for the finish, and if it cracks I'll be really sad. On the other hand, I think having a gun I can't shoot is like having a dog that won't come when he's called. I'm thinking that if I shoot it occasionally with soft handloads and it does crack, I'll at least know I did what I could.
What's the softest softball load you guys have ever had work in a 1911?
It's got the original GI ramp and throat, so a bullet that looks most like ball is best.
I have a 16lb recoil spring in it now, and I could easily swap it for a lighter one, although I think that the lighter springs do a worse job at protecting the slide...I have to think about if that's true.
Thanks for your help.
-J.
What's the softest softball load you guys have ever had work in a 1911?
It's got the original GI ramp and throat, so a bullet that looks most like ball is best.
I have a 16lb recoil spring in it now, and I could easily swap it for a lighter one, although I think that the lighter springs do a worse job at protecting the slide...I have to think about if that's true.
Thanks for your help.
-J.