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Harry Bonar · October 20, 2008, 05:31 PM

Sir;
Yes, I'm sorry to say that an alloy frame willl eventially "dimple" in the feed ramp area and cause trouble. However, you need not be troubled becauise a good smith can mill for a piece of drill rod to be inserted and pinned and be shaped to the old feed ramp specs. I did one while working for Novaks 45 shop. You would need to find someone intimate with the 1911 to do it.
Harry B.

October 20, 2008, 05:31 PM	#3
Harry Bonar Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2004 Location: In the Vincent, Ohio general area. Posts: 1,804	frame Sir; Yes, I'm sorry to say that an alloy frame willl eventially "dimple" in the feed ramp area and cause trouble. However, you need not be troubled becauise a good smith can mill for a piece of drill rod to be inserted and pinned and be shaped to the old feed ramp specs. I did one while working for Novaks 45 shop. You would need to find someone intimate with the 1911 to do it. Harry B.