First 10mm purchase?

01deuce · July 06 2016 08:42:55 AM MDT

When you are looking remember that colt just changed the Delta elite. There are many of the old style still out there for sale as well as the new style.

Redwing471 · July 06 2016 10:40:05 AM MDT

Quote from: 01deuce on July 06 2016 08:42:55 AM MDT
When you are looking remember that colt just changed the Delta elite. There are many of the old style still out there for sale as well as the new style.

What are the differences, and how can I tell specifically by looking at one?

01deuce · July 06 2016 11:33:27 AM MDT

Quote from: Redwing471 on July 06 2016 10:40:05 AM MDT
Quote from: 01deuce on July 06 2016 08:42:55 AM MDT
When you are looking remember that colt just changed the Delta elite. There are many of the old style still out there for sale as well as the new style.

What are the differences, and how can I tell specifically by looking at one?

New Delta elite

Model o2020xe

Old Delta elite

My personalized new Delta Elite o2020xe

sqlbullet · July 06 2016 01:25:45 PM MDT

The pictures tell the story: Beavertail grip safety with memory bump, extended thumb safety, new grip panels, skeletonized trigger and hammer and novak style sights.

joken · July 09 2016 06:21:14 PM MDT

I have a Kimber stainless target and it is the most accurate 1911 I own. Everyone that shoots it tries to buy it from me.

Redwing471 · July 15 2016 11:06:31 AM MDT

I went with the DW Razorback. Picked it up today from FFL. Will take it to the range this weekend...

yfdcap · July 15 2016 07:09:13 PM MDT

I think you will be happy with it. Lots of lube on the frame rails during break in. I have a Razorback and just purchased a Silverback. The Razorback is one of my favorites. Only have 400 rounds through the Silverback so far but really like it too. The mods I do to all my 1911 10mm's and very much recommend are a flat firing pin stop and a 25lb hammer spring. Those two mods will help your gun to not beat itself up. Also helps with recoil some. Enjoy that gun.

Wolfie · July 15 2016 09:29:51 PM MDT

Keep a eye on the slides slide stop notch. On mine on the bottom rear where is locks up I have peening that is bringing the metal up.

Redwing471 · July 15 2016 09:54:08 PM MDT

After breaking it down and oiling it. Think I want to sell it...

Most frustrating hour of my life. Nothing is easy with this thing. Think I just want a Glock.

Probably gonna drive to major gun shop near me and see if I can get major trade in value on un-fired weapon.

Actually scratched the side of the gun trying to get magazine release re-inserted. So now the gun is scratched and still never fired... ${$default_evil_smiley}$

jeffreybehr · July 16 2016 01:49:34 AM MDT

...do include the witness Polymer Full Size; here's mine. That it's DA/SA ought to warm your 1911 heart. ${$default_smiley_smiley}$

I love this piece; it's MUCH more comfortable and fits my mediumish hands much better than a Block. I had a 20.4 when I bought the Witness, and then sold the 20.4. It's also the most-accurate pistol I've ever shot, of dozens.

http://eaacorp.com/index.php/guns/handguns/witness-polymer-full-size-tanfoglio-59

And only $434.
https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/european-american-armory-witness-semi-automatic-full-10mm-45-polymer-blue-15rd-1-mag-fixed-sights-999061-741566111372.do?from=Search&cx=0

01deuce · July 16 2016 07:05:09 AM MDT

Quote from: Redwing471 on July 15 2016 09:54:08 PM MDT
After breaking it down and oiling it. Think I want to sell it...

Most frustrating hour of my life. Nothing is easy with this thing. Think I just want a Glock.

Probably gonna drive to major gun shop near me and see if I can get major trade in value on un-fired weapon.

Actually scratched the side of the gun trying to get magazine release re-inserted. So now the gun is scratched and still never fired... ${$default_evil_smiley}$

Mag release or slide release ?

Redwing471 · July 16 2016 07:08:53 AM MDT

Slide release. Just watched a video and he referred to it as the idiots scratch on 1911. ${$default_evil_smiley}$

Intercooler · July 16 2016 08:06:40 AM MDT

1911's have some quirks. More than likely can polish out your idiot scratch. After you cycle it several times look at your slide stop to see the pattern left. Many aren't cut perfect and contribute to peening. All you need for that is a half bastard file. I suggest you hand cycle it 500 times by hand with lube before the first range trip.

01deuce · July 16 2016 09:16:55 AM MDT

Welcome to the world of 1911's. Since the cats out of the bag and you now know about what a idiot scratch is. If the DW is anything like the Delta then it is tighter than a normal 45 1911 as far as the slide stop ( mine is ). A DW in general is a extremely tight fitted 1911.

Take a old credit card and cut it as a shield against idiot scratches during re-assembly. They actually sell pre cut shields for that, but just make your own.
And as already stated since its stainless and I assume not bead blasted where it's scratched, then you should be able to fix it yourself.

Redwing471 · July 16 2016 03:17:08 PM MDT

Thanks for the tip Deuce.

Shot about 75 rounds today thru this. Need to find cheaper ammo. This a fun gun to shoot, and not much worse than the 9mm.

Definitely was a step down after shooting my .44 magnum! LOL

Not sure I have the energy to break it down again and try cleaning it yet again...