GI 1911 Needs Gunsmith in Triad Area

[ulflyer]

Recently acquired a GI 1911 with a buggered Ithaca frame. Appears to have cracked and been welded. Very sloppy slide and frame fit.

Seller knew he had a idiot on the hook and I learned a lesson! Not overly costly, but I feel stupid and have a useless gun I'm not sure what to do with.

Slide is a very nice looking 1918 Colt, probably reblued, but nicely done. I would love to find a WWII frame or even a post war replacement frame but expect it would be too pricy even If found.

Not sure either if a mix master would give me any warm and fuzzies.

At any rate, i need to find a Smith and discuss it with him. Recommendations appreciated.

 

[Jeppo]

No idea whether he can handle it. But, might be worth a call.

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[Beef15]

Aquilla Custom Gun Works can probably advise you.
https://acgwllc.com/

 

[GymB]

Were the 1918 slides heat treated? I’m afraid that you’re moving quickly into wall hangar territory so recommend being careful about investing more. Maybe better to just watch for a period-correct frame to come along, even if it takes years.

 

[Notacop]

At that point you might just want a wall hanger.

Got any pictures?

 

[John Travis]

Were the 1918 slides heat treated?

No. They're dead soft, and any sign of lug deformation and setback means they're all done as far as shooting.

 

[Jbmoney21]

Aquilla custom gun works