1911 assembly book values

Archive 1911 a1, wwii values ask each other cmp forums cmp general ask each. Founded in 2011 as a refuge for those that truly appreciate john moses brownings finest creation. He has previously had 38 books published and more recent titles include the hostage rescue manual, the counterinsurgency manual and secret techniques of. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Gun digest book of modern gun values, 18th edition digital. Do not allow others to handle or fire your pistol until. One of the reasons i wrote my own guide to detailstripping a 1911 is because all the others tended to get lazy at this point and say, reassembly is disassembly in reverse. There are more books written about the m1911 pistol than any other firearm in the world. On the strength of quality, kimber has become the worlds largest producer of 1911 pistols.

Colt 1911 argentinemade ballester molina colt brazilian models 1911a1 colt 1911a1 mkiv series 70 government model colt 1911a1 mkiv series 70 gold cup national match colt 1911 series 70 service model wwi colt 1911 series 70 gunsite pistol colt 1911 series 70 gunsite pistol commander colt enhanced 1911 commander colt enhanced 1911 combat commander. We set out an assembly line where we took all the guns apart and set the parts in different areas, so we could walk down the line cleaning each part or pile of parts, frame here, slide. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols. Lavishly illustrated, the m1911 complete assembly guide is far more than a traditional howto book. The tips that he provides throughout the book are worth the cost of the book alone.

If you want more of a hands on handling of different areas of the gun and how to repaircustomize it get this book. Jul 24, 2014 again, im not a gunsmith and the following has the potential for some bad stuff to happen if you do something wrong. This is an interesting and wellwritten book, with lots of good photos. Placing an accurate value on collectors guns in todays market is very difficult. After i complete my pistol build as a singleshot since im in california, im taking it to my local gunsmith for one final look through and test fire. This manual was designed to fit in your shirt or jacket pocket. For collectors only series of books on collectors and antique firearms. Woods sage advice youll save an expensive trip to the gunsmith by getting to know your gun inside. A beatenup old book that is falling apart will have little value. Aug 15, 2012 check out these tips on 1911 reassembly. The classic and legendary selfloading pistol gun digest. Clawsons books set the standard for all 1911 1911a1 reference books when he published it.

Gun digest book of modern gun values the shooters guide to guns 1900 to. Springfield armory model 1911 micro compact stainless springfield armory model 1911 micro compact o. Concealed carry eshorts gun digest book of modern gun values gun digest book of modern gun values. The m1911 complete owners guide by walt kuleck m 1911 guide volume 1 ww79629. Thanks to clear assembly disassembly instructions and crisp photography aided by gun expert j.

Also gives lots of information and options for upgrading the 1911. There are more books written about the m 1911 pistol than any other firearm in the world. This is usually made possible by the fairly loose tolerances of usgi pistols, allowing the parts to be freed by pressure alone. The best gun books for any gun owner gun digest store is where youll find a fantastic selection of books about concealed carry, gun values, gunsmithing, gun laws, selfdefense, gun history and more from the worlds best gun writers and leading gun experts. All uppers listed below are complete assemblies and they include all upper parts to go along with the slide. These uppers are in 45auto and will fit government and commander size 1911 frames. We also recommend the following tools and solventslube for cleaning our 1911 and other guns. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions. Can anyone tell me where i can find an assembly diagram or video.

A must have book for any owner of a 1911 or anyone interested in knowing about them. Includes what are probably the best set of instructions for fitting a custom barrel available to date. This is a smaller book with almost all the facts but was designed by mr clawson as a carry book to have on your person at gun shows and other opertunities in searching for that perfect 1911. Whats the value of my government issued 1911 model colt 45 pistol. It includes 84 tables detailing parts and markings and 678 photos and drawings. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions ebook by. The 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions is a digital download that goes into detail about all the pistol parts. Freshly updated gun digest book of modern gun values, 18th edition is the guide for the contemporary gun enthusiast. The following illustrations demonstrate how it is possible to completely detailstrip an m1911a1 by using the pistols own parts as tools. Org, so ive got involved in an effort to collect information about publications dealing with this pistol. Gun digest book of modern gun values, 18th edition.

This short ebook teaches you how to take apart and reassemble your colt 1911 with confidence. Provides lots of good tips on the shooting and care of the gun. World renowned and the choice for many of the premier global military, law enforcement and commercial users. Gun values jul 6, 2007 blue book of gun values by fjestad, uses the percentage system, good for. I believe that with everyones efforts, we can make this site truly special and certainly the best 1911 forum around. Read gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions by j. Thank you all for watching and leave a likeor dislike so i know how good or bad my video was and whatevers on your mind leave it in the comments. Check out our post on 3ways to research book values online to help determine if you have a book of value. Thanks to clear assemblydisassembly instructions and crisp photography aided by gun expert j. Just for information, i was at doug turnbulls booth at the safari club international convention last weekend. After cleaning or maintenance, most pistols can be reassembled simply by reversing the order of disassembly. Karash also provided a lot of the information on the various models and their values. It will serve as a fantastic guide for your own firearm collecting.

The complete assembly guide covers all aspects of modifying, accessorizing, and maintaining the 1911 to be a reliable and troublefree firearm. Numrich gun parts is the worlds largest supplier of gun parts, so you can be sure that youll find everything youre looking for from our 1911 schematic, from barrels and sights to magazines and screws. Since that time tom has served as director of americana auctions and senior historical specialist for heritage auctions. I have walts complete assembly guide volume which tracks the building of a 1911 to a finished product. Dec 14, 2007 animation made in blender of a colt 1911. This book is the most important book you need before buying a 1911a1.

Here youll get articles and professional insights into the springfield armory champion 4inch 1911, doublestars 1911, sigs tactical gsr 1911, remingtons r1 1911, tacoma pd chooses kimber pro carry ii, 1911 chronology and more. The mechanics of the 1911 handgun exhibits some critical points. Gun prices are generally rising, overall, and the blue book values are lagging behind the market by at least six months. In 1976 he became a fulltime dealer and auctioneer, and maintained a robust business in political and other collectors items until his company, slaters americana, was absorbed by heritage in 2004. Whats the value of my government issued 1911 model colt 45. If you really need a documented estimate of a books value for probate or insurance purposes then visit your local rare bookshop and pay for a formal appraisal. Virtually every critical component of every pistol is manufactured inside the kimber factory. Before we go into cleaning specifically for the 1911, you might want to first check out our primer on how to clean and lubricate a gun. Buy the colt 1911 pistol weapon book online at low prices in. These tips for reassembling a 1911 pistol are from the latest edition of gun digest book of automatic pistols assemblydisassembly.

Mar 24, 2017 putting together a 1911 from a bare receiver. For those who demand a quality, authentic 1911 the milspec offers exceptional value and an undeniable pedigree. I dont want to buy the blue book for just one itemanyone have any ballpark ideas. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructions by. A kind visitor noted the absence of such a reference in the m1911. Corrina peterson formerly managed book acquisitions and production at gun digest books, the leading publisher of books covering everything.

The mainspring housing is the original arched style found on g. Find stepbystep assemblydisassembly instructions for individual firearm models in. Introduction id like to start by thanking all of you for helping us kick off this new forum in style. With this guide, learn how to appropriately clean and maintain your gun. Condition is very important and will greatly influence value. Whats the value of a colt model 1911 a1, us army issue. I needed it as a prop for a book i wrote and neither. Goddards book has a lot of information about the development, and poyers book the model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols is a relatively inexpensive but good reference that is currently available.

Gun digest book of automatic pistols assemblydisassembly, 6th edition. Colts classic 1911 still remains americas favorite handgun, and there are a host. Kimber builds the worlds finest 1911 pistols right here in americasomething that makes sense, as few things are as american as a 1911. Gun digest book of automatic pistols assemblydisassembly, 6th. The gun digest book of revolvers assemblydisassembly by j b. Colt then recommended this pistol, with its flat mainspring housing, as an updated version of their classic 1911. Gun digest colt 1911 assemblydisassembly instructionsnook book. This info was taken from the latest edition of the blue book of gun values. Springfield armory takes care of those upgrades for you with our loaded series of 1911 pistols. I consider these books to be two of the best books available to help you to know, understand, maintain, fix, and repair your 1911 pistols.

All of the parts are modeled to blueprint specifications it took about 100 hours to model all of the pieces and about 10 to get the animation done. For a skinner rare book were looking for books that have a higher minimum auction value, so this book wouldnt be appropriate. A missing dust jacket, or a dust jacket that is in poor condition, can cut a collectible books value more than 50%, and make it harder to find a buyer. Focusing on the most frequently bought and sold firearms from the past 100 years, the ebook is a must for shooters looking to navigate todays crowded gun market with the utmost confidence. Once the 1911loving public discovered americas favorite autoloader could be improved with customization, there was no turning back. If you want a ballpark value youll need to remove the barrel and tell us what the stamps are should be p over h and a 5 on the side of the lug also, if you cock the hammer back, a photo of the stamps under the hammer also assists in determining if its a parts gun. Uppers should be fitted and test fired by a qualified gunsmith. Auction values tend to be at about 50% of moderate retail, so it is a book with value. If you want to understand the 1911, how it functions, what causes it to malfunction and how to fix it, you must have this book. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols, 3rd edition, totals 566 pages. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial. Stepbystep instructions and detailed photography makes it simple for taking your handgun apart and putting it back together. With extended ambidextrous safeties, beavertail grip safeties, tritium sights and much more, a loaded 1911 offers you a lot of bang for the buck.

The m1911 complete assembly guide is a companion volume to the authors the m1911 complete owners guide. Walt kuleck is an excellent communicator and this comes through in his books. Packed with all the features a 1911 should have, the loaded 1911 from springfield armory brings you a pistol with all the custom features you want but without a custom shop price tag. No part of this report may be reproduced or transmitted in any form whatsoever, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying. I consider these books to be two of the best books available to help you to know, understand, maintain, fix. Top 152 books published in 1911 that people have added on goodreads. Buy 1911 gun parts factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including browning, winchester, fn america, beretta, benelli franchi, stoeger, remington, bushmaster, marlin, sig sauer, hk and many more. Compare a kimber with any other brand of 1911or any other type of semiautomatic pistoland see for yourself why kimber is what all guns should be. Green springfield armory model 1911 micro compact lightweight. Colt 1911 m1911 do everything gun manual book guide for sale. More important to me is the detailed explanation as to how the 1911 functions, how to disassemble, clean and reassemble. Youre one quick step away from getting your free digital 1911 emag from gun digest.

Included in the series were the government models, the commander, the officers model, the gold cup and the combat elite. The small tube that houses the manual safety and slide stop spring called. The underground 1911 build guide by caleb lee 2015 and beyond all rights reserved. View and download denon avr1911 owners manual online.

I have a first edition of the phantom of the opera published by bobbs and merrill, 1911. Based on the experiences of a diversified build team, the tips, tricks, and pitfalls characteristic of walt kulecks previous complete assembly guides are. Of course, there is so much stuff out there on the 1911, that i guess sweeney had to do something different to get readership. Assemblydisassembly books learning home gun repair and. However, it takes the skill and handwork of an experienced. Jun 8, 2009 colt handgun values as investment california handguns. View and download denon avr 1911 owners manual online. Mar 28, 2017 it doesnt appear to have the correct barrel. Walt kulecks new book, the m1911 complete assembly guide, is the companion book to his 1st 1911 book, the m1911 complete owners guide. Aug 21, 2018 colt then recommended this pistol, with its flat mainspring housing, as an updated version of their classic 1911.

The 1911 is slightly harder to field strip than other pistols, but can still be done in no time. Browse through numrichs 1911 parts list to find the exact parts that your project needs. It didnt dwell as much on the old original 1911 a1 as i had hoped. The 1911 assembly disassembly instructions is a digital download that goes into detail about all the pistol parts. If you want to get intimate with the design, the book does a great job. Pd 1911 frame assembly pd 5 slide assembly w external extractor. Blue book of gun values get the blue book of gun values. This short ebook teaches you how to take apart and reassemble your colt 1911 with.