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March 17, 2018, 09:27 PM | #1 |
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Just another tool for the 1911
I was reading articles on adjusting extractor tension. Well I ordered the extractor tensioning tool and gauge for my 45acp 1911. Ordered it from Brownells on Monday , just received a email today Saturday that it's on its way , Wednesday delivery. Good company Brownells but kind of slow getting their orders out . Has anyone ordered this tool & gauge ?
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March 18, 2018, 12:41 AM | #2 |
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Sometimes I'm cheap.
I looked at the Weigand design,saw it looked good..and made one.It works great. It is a good tool to have if you are into 1911s I did not buy the gauge,either.I did use a cartridge case and a trigger pull gauge with some numbers I believe I found in Kuhnhausen. IMO,those are at least valuable to establish what its supposed to feel like. That done,I can't say I measure the tension typically. |
March 18, 2018, 06:13 AM | #3 |
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I’m old fashioned and just use the extractor hole in the slide. I’ve never damaged the slide/hole and this method has always worked for me.
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March 18, 2018, 07:40 AM | #4 |
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I liked by using a trigger gauge with that flat gauge , you could get a range of extractor tension. To adjust , didn't have to buy the tool , using the extractor tunnel will work just fine. I got it anyway. Thanks guys for answering .
Chris |
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