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Post by TMan on Nov 13, 2006 22:07:39 GMT -5
So, while cleaning and oiling the new Taurus, which was bone-dry and barrel was very dirty (wonder where the "new" gun has been!!!), I noticed that on the barrel the upper locking lugs were very shallow compared to some of my other 1911's. Is the depth important?
It would seem to me that the less metal there is, the more likelihood for wear that would effect the accuracy. Am I all wet again?
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Post by "DoubleAction" on Nov 14, 2006 18:12:53 GMT -5
TMan; The barrel link also plays an important part in allowing the locking lugs of the barrel and slide to fully seat the lockup of the barrel when in battery. Variances might differ from one manufacturer to the other; this is just one reason why many have preferred some manufactured 1911s over others.
If you have a feeler gauge, compare the lug recesses to that of your other 1911s and see what you come up with. The Wilson CQB is a good one to compare it with.
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Post by TMan on Nov 14, 2006 18:58:44 GMT -5
DA, I didn't think of that. So having shallow lugs wouldn't mean much if the barrel to slide fit was very tight.
Unfortunately, I don't have another 1911 to compare it to at the moment. The CQB's are in storage. Wait, I just thought of something: I have the 9mm STI. I have a caliper, so I guess the most accurate way would be to take two measurements with it and subtract the difference. However, based on what you just said about the lower lug, I guess it doesn't make a lot of difference. You could have deep lugs, but because of the lower lug/linkage, you could end up with very little engagement.
From a design standpoint, it is the only thing that bothered me with the Taurus. We will see how it stands up over time. I just can't believe how well this gun shoots. The only thing is: I would not make any changes to it because of the lifetime factory warranty.
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Post by "DoubleAction" on Nov 18, 2006 19:24:04 GMT -5
TMan; One important fit with the barrel's locking lugs is that all fully engage equally into the slide lugs. While some do, others do not. Some match grade barrels come at a price, which might differ from their production grade counterparts.
Just continue shooting the pistol and continue to inspect the locking lugs for premature wear and broken edges.
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Post by TMan on Nov 18, 2006 22:23:34 GMT -5
...Just continue shooting the pistol... Well, I'll do that, but 45ACP ammo is getting a bit expensive. I'm glad I still have those 9mm, which are about half the price. I may have to buy some 45 ACP dies, and join the reloading club for 45ACP. This gun is a pleasure to shoot, but at this point I not enjoying shooting it as much as I am the Browning Hi-Power. Speaking of the BHP, I can't believe how accurate it is now that it isn't hurting me every time I pull the trigger. I've concluded that if a gun hurts you when you shoot it, you will flinch. |
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Post by "DoubleAction" on Nov 19, 2006 12:43:01 GMT -5
TMan; If you're still shooting the S & B .45acp, you would see a big difference in using ammunition better fit for the 1911. Nothing is closer to home with the 1911 than American manufactured pistol ammunition.
My CQBs and Colts shoot the Georgia Arms stuff very smooth, however, the G.A. people continue to tell me that I'm better off reloading for the money I spend. They also sell reloading supplies, which would be get me some inside advice on their loading data.
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Post by TMan on Nov 19, 2006 15:26:36 GMT -5
DA, my local gunsmith gave me a deal on Remington's 45ACP. It was less than a dollar more than the Winchester White Box, and it is not loose.
Academy is carrying some new "green box" ammo from Serbia. I don't remember the name of it. My shooting buddy let me try some of his 9mm stuff, and he said they had it in 45ACP as well. It was brass at least. It shot a little higher on the target than the Remington that the sights were adjusted for.
My buddy usually shoots the cheapest stuff he can find - normally Blazers, which I don't like and won't shoot. At least he has gone to some brass stuff now.
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Post by "DoubleAction" on Nov 19, 2006 23:03:10 GMT -5
I got turned off by the Blazers after shooting their 44 magnums; the aluminum cases swelled up so much, it was very hard to extract the empties. I drew the line against the Blazer stuff after that. I have a box of Blazers in .45 Colt that I use in my cartridge loops because brass seems to turn green if stored very long in the leather loops.
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