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DaveInPA
April 29, 2008, 09:31 AM
I'm trying to buy a new grip safety for my Para 1911, and I have to choose between series 70 and series 80. Which one is it? How do I tell?

It's this one:

http://www.riverviewsales.net/.../PX745Ephoto-lg.jpg

Jim Watson
April 29, 2008, 08:17 PM
Para-Ordnance copies the Colt Series 80 firing pin block.

I cannot guarantee parts interchangeability.

MikeMO
May 5, 2008, 09:02 PM
Para LICENSES the Colt Series 80 firing system. Saves the time of designing a reliable platform. I have one in LDA! It shoots great!