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Sport45 · February 19, 2013, 06:38 AM

Looking alike on the outside doesn't count. There are internal differences between series 80 and70 pistols that make a big difference.

My experience with "upgrading" good 1911's with drop in parts has not been good. In each case the overall function and reliability was hurt.

February 19, 2013, 06:38 AM	#2
Sport45 Senior Member Join Date: May 25, 1999 Location: Too close to Houston Posts: 4,196	Looking alike on the outside doesn't count. There are internal differences between series 80 and70 pistols that make a big difference. My experience with "upgrading" good 1911's with drop in parts has not been good. In each case the overall function and reliability was hurt. __________________ Proud member of the NRA and Texas State Rifle Association. Registered and active voter.