The Custom 1911 Bench: Inside Wilson Combat with Ken Hackathorn - Ep. 6

Published on March 4, 2019
Duration: 9:49

This video explores the custom 1911 bench at Wilson Combat, highlighting their long-standing practice of customizing customer-supplied pistols and upgrading existing Wilson Combat firearms. Experts Ken Hackathorn and Kevin Hillhouse discuss turnaround times, extreme customization examples, and the balance between accuracy work and cosmetic upgrades. They also showcase new offerings like in-house bluing, fiber optic sights, and an adjustable rear sight.

Quick Summary

Wilson Combat offers extensive customization for 1911 pistols, including upgrading customer-supplied firearms and modernizing existing Wilson Combat models. Turnaround for full rebuilds is approximately six months, with options for new sights, magwells, and durable finishes like Armor-Tuff or high-polish bluing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Wilson Combat Custom Bench
  2. 01:33Upgrading Existing Wilson Combat Pistols
  3. 02:41Turnaround Times & Extreme Customization
  4. 04:29Customizing Vintage Colt 1911s
  5. 05:36Accuracy vs. Cosmetic Upgrades
  6. 07:09Bluing and Sight Upgrades
  7. 08:13New Adjustable Rear Sight

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of customization does Wilson Combat offer for 1911 pistols?

Wilson Combat offers extensive customization, including upgrading customer-supplied pistols from brands like Colt and Springfield Armory, as well as modernizing existing Wilson Combat firearms with new safeties, sights, and magwells. They also perform full rebuilds and apply custom finishes.

How long does a full custom 1911 rebuild take at Wilson Combat?

Wilson Combat aims for an approximate turnaround time of six months for complete custom pistol rebuilds. This timeframe allows for meticulous work on accuracy, fitting, and cosmetic enhancements.

Can I upgrade my current Wilson Combat 1911?

Yes, you can send your existing Wilson Combat pistol back for modern upgrades. Popular options include installing new ambi safeties, updated sights, or the latest one-piece magwells to enhance performance and aesthetics.

What finishing options are available for custom 1911s at Wilson Combat?

Wilson Combat provides several high-quality finishing options. They now offer in-house bluing with a high-polish finish, as well as their durable Armor-Tuff coating for custom builds and upgrades.

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