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Mute · October 27, 1998, 01:38 PM

I've been wanting to get a customized Commander, but rather than buying a new gun I was thinking of cannabalizing all the parts from a spare Springfield 1911 I have laying around and doing the work myself. It would be a fun project and learning experience.

I'm going to the Pomona Gun show this Sat. and I'm thinking of picking up a used Commander slide and frame, unless new ones can be had for a very close price range. Any suggestions or tips in terms of what kind of price to look for and inspecting the product to make sure it's in good condition?

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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October 27, 1998, 01:38 PM	#1
Mute Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 1998 Location: Diamond Bar, CA Posts: 852	I've been wanting to get a customized Commander, but rather than buying a new gun I was thinking of cannabalizing all the parts from a spare Springfield 1911 I have laying around and doing the work myself. It would be a fun project and learning experience. I'm going to the Pomona Gun show this Sat. and I'm thinking of picking up a used Commander slide and frame, unless new ones can be had for a very close price range. Any suggestions or tips in terms of what kind of price to look for and inspecting the product to make sure it's in good condition? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! [This message has been edited by Mute (edited 10-27-98).]