First Time Shooting my Custom Budget 2011 Pistol Build...Will it Work??

Published on March 31, 2020
Duration: 17:42

This video details a budget custom 2011 pistol build, highlighting the process of fitting parts, tuning the extractor, and troubleshooting malfunctions. Despite initial feeding and extraction issues attributed to reloaded ammo and an untuned extractor, the build was successfully tested after adjustments, running flawlessly with standard ammunition. The estimated build cost ranged from $1300 to $1500, requiring specific parts like a new frame and barrel for a 1911 to 2011 conversion.

Quick Summary

Properly tuning the extractor is vital for a 1911/2011 pistol's reliability. This involves checking tension with a spent casing and making manual adjustments. Malfunctions during initial testing can often be traced to an untuned extractor, inconsistent ammunition, or other gunsmithing issues.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Custom Budget 2011 Build
  2. 01:19Technical Adjustments & Trigger Tuning
  3. 03:14Barrel Fitting & Slide Smoothness
  4. 05:09Extractor Tuning Process
  5. 06:41First Range Trip & Malfunctions
  6. 11:08Second Range Trip & Success
  7. 14:02Build Cost & Conversion Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key gunsmithing steps for a custom 2011 build?

Key steps include blending the thumb safety, filing the grip safety for better actuation, tuning the trigger to remove take-up, and ensuring proper barrel fitting. Cosmetic blending of parts like the beaver tail and extractor is also common.

How do you tune a 1911/2011 extractor for reliability?

Tuning involves checking extractor tension using a spent casing (the 'shake test') and manually bending the extractor. Proper tension ensures reliable feeding and extraction without damaging the casing rim.

What causes malfunctions in a new custom pistol build?

Malfunctions like stovepipes can stem from inconsistent ammunition, improper extractor tension, a missing ejector pin, or issues with the slide/barrel fit. Tuning these components is crucial for reliable function.

What parts are needed to convert a 1911 to a 2011 platform?

Converting a 1911 to a 2011 requires a new frame designed for double-stack magazines, a compatible mag release, a pin kit, a new barrel, and a wider trigger bow to accommodate the larger grip module.

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