Topic: 1911 double stack conversion?

[ekuo]

Ah OK.  Yeah, I don't think a GFA would be allowed in Production.  Under Prohibit Modifications for grips is says no to any addition or removal of material which changes the factory profile or adds function such as a beavertail or thumb rest.  But I didn't see anything in the rules that would prohibit it in Limited or L-10. 

For IDPA's SSP, I think this would fall under the Excluded Modifications of an externally visible modification... but I think it'd be OK for ESP. 

Which is too bad because I sometimes get bit by the slide of a Glock due to high grip/thumbs forward.  Curiously enough, I didn't get dinged at the Glock's Match, and my gun had 300 or so chances that day to do that to me...   

Something else to put into the blender:  Do you want a gun that you can shoot in IDPA as well as USPSA, 3-Gun, and Steel Challenge?  IDPA is the probably the biggest limiting factor, so if you do you might consider getting the Eagle / short dust cover 2011 frame and a bushing barrel.  if you need/want more weight out front, you can always get a tungsten guide rod.  I'm keeping that option open, but haven't felt the need to do it yet.     

[luvmy45]

I see no problem with use with IDPA...

Looks similar to other slip on glock grip angle adapters (Like those sold my MGM Targets) and what not...



PERMITTED Modifications (Inclusive list):
1. Sights may be changed to another conventional notch and
post type (see “sights” in glossary for further information).
2. Grips may be changed to another style or material that is
similar to factory configuration (no weighted grips; see
“weighted grips” in glossary for further details).
3. A slip-on grip sock and/or skateboard tape may be used.

[ekuo]

I hear what you're saying, and that would be cool if it is allowed for SSP, but what about the externally visible part? 

[Jaggy13]

there's no need for more than 10 rounds in IDPA so my single stack will still fill that bill, that being said, I really think I need to stick with one platform for a while.
I've been shooting .22 for steel challenge and I think its starting to hinder my other shooting. I find myself anticipating recoil more and hesitating after my sights have already landed back on target.

So... Yes? I think whatever I land on will need to be the one gun I shoot at least for a while. (could be just a phase I'm going through, but I shouldn't be flinching when shooting my pistol. its as buttery smooth as possible without it being a .22)

I really like the pistol Travis built. If I can keep it legal for all of these shooting sports without giving very much up, then I think that would be optimal.

Keep in mind I am just trying to learn what I really want, and what the different options are out there, I did get solicited by a guy on BE that has a caspian kit and magazine. Thats the only urgency... It's a great deal and I think it would be better quality then a widebody Rock Island. (What I was thinking about buying)


Thanks for all the great advice and education. I really do appreciate it!

[egress81]

Keep us updated with what you decide to do, as I am looking at a double stack 1911/2011 pistol in .40 and there is some good info in here.

[birddog1989]

9MM's in the STI and Para frames suffer from the fact that the magazines are just narrowed versions of a .45 magazine so the OAL is a bit long for 9MM's .

http://shootersconnectionstore.com/Arredondo-9mm-Spacer-Follower-P118.aspx

This should help out with that problem