My next build may be a 2011. Are there "watch outs?"

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After a Government 1911 in 45 and another in 9mm, with a Commander in 9mm on the bench, I’m considering a 5" .45 2011 build next.

Are there any “watch outs” I should be thinking about?

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The 2011 uses a different trigger, magazine release, ejector pin and MSH pin. Make sure to order correct parts.

And I didn’t like the plastic STI grip.

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Plastic does not belong on good pistols. But metal grips are very expensive!

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Agreed, and why I ultimately decided to not finish the 2011 I was building. If I went with metal grip I would have finished it and kept it around for sure.

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Have any pieces to sell?

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I don’t remember what I did with the parts - sold/given away.

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It wad a gun build for me. I still mec to do some small things but it’s hunting season.

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Try to recall…

Was there a lot of excitement that day :speedboat:

or

Was it a calm day :sailboat: ?

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I’ve often thought of building the frame and slide I have here but it just doesn’t financially fit my budget
And when aluminum or metal grips cost 800 and up they can keep it

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What kinds? For sale?

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Excuse my ignorance, but are you referring to grips, as in hand grips? Flat, 2 screwholes, one on each side?

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I have a limited 10 frame and a caspian slide

And no don’t think I want to sell them just yet

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This is what a 2011 grip module looks like
And as mosin stated the plastic ones suck

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Thanks, I thought you were speaking of 1911 style grips. For that kind of cash, some of us should quit our day jobs to start manufacturing!!

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I agree metal is always better. What is the issue with the plastic modules? Flex? Weak ?

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Stress cracks really easy and they just feel generic and clunky

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I felt the flex and they felt “cheap”

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