Rhineland Arms .45 ACP Mauser Converison Kit Part 2

Published on July 8, 2011
Duration: 8:32

This guide details the installation of a Rhineland Arms .45 ACP conversion kit for a Mauser rifle. It covers essential steps such as checking and modifying receiver feed rails, fitting the new magazine adapter, cutting clearances for an extended 1911 magazine catch, and securing the adapter with torsion pins. The process requires basic gunsmithing tools and moderate skill.

Quick Summary

The Rhineland Arms .45 ACP Mauser conversion requires checking and potentially modifying receiver feed rails to ensure .45 ACP cartridges clear. The magazine adapter replaces the floor plate and needs clearances cut in the trigger guard for an extended 1911 magazine catch. Finally, the adapter is secured with three 1/8-inch torsion pins drilled into its rear.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Checking Receiver Feed Rails
  2. 00:31Rail Modification (If Necessary)
  3. 01:34Installing the Magazine Adapter
  4. 01:57Cutting Magazine Catch Clearances
  5. 03:23Scribing and Filing Cuts
  6. 04:47Using Rotary Burr for Cuts
  7. 06:25Adapter Installation Complete
  8. 06:40Drilling for Torsion Pins
  9. 07:57Installing First Torsion Pin
  10. 08:13Repeating Pin Installation

Frequently Asked Questions

What modifications are needed for the receiver rails when converting a Mauser to .45 ACP?

When converting a Mauser to .45 ACP using the Rhineland Arms kit, you must check the receiver magazine feed rails. If a .45 ACP cartridge does not clear them with sufficient room, approximately 1mm of material needs to be removed from each side using a Dremel or files.

How is the magazine adapter installed on a Mauser rifle for a .45 ACP conversion?

The magazine adapter replaces the original floor plate. It requires cutting clearances in the trigger guard for the magazine catch. The adapter is then secured by drilling three 1/8-inch holes in its rear and installing torsion pins.

What type of magazine catch is recommended for the Rhineland Arms Mauser conversion?

An extended 1911 magazine catch assembly is recommended for the Rhineland Arms .45 ACP Mauser conversion. This is because the stock's thickness can make a standard catch difficult to access. The stock may also require inletting.

What tools are essential for fitting the Rhineland Arms .45 ACP Mauser conversion kit?

Essential tools for the Rhineland Arms .45 ACP Mauser conversion include a Dremel tool with a rotary cylindrical burr, various hand files (round and square), a scribe, a drill with 1/8-inch bits, and safety goggles. A rubber mallet and roll pins are also necessary.

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