The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - ATI GSG M1911 .22LR, guide rod failure, seeking advice.

Sevens · February 16, 2015, 01:48 PM

Kimio, I'm not sure if you are describing finish wear and color loss or actual metal peening and distortion.

The finish on the GSG is ultra-cheap. My pistol has been worth every penny I spent on it and it's digested over 5,000rds. It has, by far, the cheapest finish of any firearm I've ever owned. If pics were easier for me to post I would show you the finish loss that probably makes yours look nearly new. At the price point, I simply ignore it.

Also have to keep in mind that this is a Zamak slide, it is not durable, high quality, strong steel. It's metal -- kind of, designed to be extremely lightweight so that the .22LR will operate it.

It's my suggestion to keep the expectations near the price point. Mine has given piles of fun for very low money but it simply is NOT the kind of hardware that is going to last a lifetime.

February 16, 2015, 01:48 PM	#15
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	Kimio, I'm not sure if you are describing finish wear and color loss or actual metal peening and distortion. The finish on the GSG is ultra-cheap. My pistol has been worth every penny I spent on it and it's digested over 5,000rds. It has, by far, the cheapest finish of any firearm I've ever owned. If pics were easier for me to post I would show you the finish loss that probably makes yours look nearly new. At the price point, I simply ignore it. Also have to keep in mind that this is a Zamak slide, it is not durable, high quality, strong steel. It's metal -- kind of, designed to be extremely lightweight so that the .22LR will operate it. It's my suggestion to keep the expectations near the price point. Mine has given piles of fun for very low money but it simply is NOT the kind of hardware that is going to last a lifetime. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.