Upgraded Tisas Regent BR9-SS

Published on October 28, 2020
Duration: 2:19

This guide details the process of upgrading a Tisas Regent BR9-SS pistol, focusing on replacing cast factory components like the trigger and hammer with Browning High-Power parts for improved performance and reliability. It covers milling in custom sights, fitting a single-sided safety, and performing a single-stage trigger job, emphasizing the need for precise fitting to achieve optimal function. The video highlights the unique stainless steel construction of the Regent BR9-SS.

Quick Summary

Upgrading a Tisas Regent BR9-SS often requires replacing the factory cast trigger and hammer with Browning High-Power components due to their out-of-spec nature. Customizations include milling in a '1911 ledge' rear sight, pairing it with a Trijicon HD front sight, and performing a high cut under the trigger guard for improved ergonomics. The Regent BR9-SS is unique as the first high-power pistol offered in stainless steel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Tisas Regent BR9-SS Upgrade
  2. 00:07Component Changes for Modifications
  3. 00:18Trigger and Hammer Replacement
  4. 00:33Browning High-Power Parts Used
  5. 00:45Rear Sight Installation and Milling
  6. 00:53Front Sight and Hammer Notch Integration
  7. 01:03High Cut Under Trigger Guard
  8. 01:10Factory Grips and Safety Upgrade
  9. 01:17Single Stage Trigger Job Explained
  10. 01:28Stainless Steel High Power Significance
  11. 01:33Conclusion and Next Time

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common modifications needed for a Tisas Regent BR9-SS?

For reliable modifications on a Tisas Regent BR9-SS, it's often necessary to replace the factory cast trigger and hammer, which can be out of spec. Upgrades typically include installing a Browning High-Power trigger and a re-sculpted hammer, along with custom sights and a safety selector.

What specific Browning High-Power parts are recommended for Tisas Regent BR9-SS upgrades?

When upgrading a Tisas Regent BR9-SS, using a factory Browning High-Power trigger and a factory Browning High-Power hammer that has been re-sculpted into a mini spur is recommended for improved performance and compatibility.

How are custom sights installed on the Tisas Regent BR9-SS?

Custom sights involve milling a specific rear sight, like a '1911 ledge' mil-spec sight, flat with the slide. This rear sight is then mated to a Trijicon HD front sight, and a notch is cut into the hammer to ensure it folds into the rear sight.

What is the significance of the Tisas Regent BR9-SS being stainless steel?

The Tisas Regent BR9-SS is significant because it is the first and only high-power pistol variant produced in stainless steel. Traditional high-power models were typically made with carbon steel or alloy frames and carbon steel slides.

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