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Old 02-08-2017, 10:40 PM
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The grip screws screw into the bushings which are screwed into the frame. If you have problems drop me a PM. I have the complete Challis set up of tools, bushings, screws, o rings etc. including stripped screw and stripped bushing removal answers. Check out the web site of the master Brian Challis for the best grips and grip attachment gear and how to use them. When you see how cool this stuff is you will want to upgrade your 1911. Enjoy your very nice first 1911. It will lead you to MORE. Honest. You will find you will enjoy the new shoes on her. Dennis
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Old 02-08-2017, 10:54 PM
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Old 02-09-2017, 09:27 AM
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Nice Pistola Sir, ' bout time you got your "ahem" wet.
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Congrats to the World of 1911s use torque head screwdriver to remove grip screws................



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Ok fellas, I was able to get rid of the idiot scratch and other minor scratches, so I want to share some of my very interesting findings about how to deal with scratches on a "brushed" SS finish. In particular the use of steel wool that at first was suggested by some friends and gun people.

After many youtube videos and extensive search, I learned that steel wool (0000) is not a good choice. The reason for this has to do with the following: As you work the steel wool on the slide (or frame) to get rid of scratches, fine particles of the steel wool may deposit in the cracks of the stainless steel slide/frame. These steel wool particles are not stainless and will promote rust spots on the cracks where it gets in.

Either stick to 1000 grit sandpaper or do like I did, turn to 3M Scotch Brite pads. They are synthetic and will never leave any residues on the metal. It worked great. I used the grey pad at first which is comparable to 800-1000 grit, then finished it with the white pad which is 1200-1500 grit. SCRATCHES ARE GONE.

I followed the grain of the metal in a single directon (not back and forth), did it by hand, and went slow. Now I can shoot the gun and as long as I don't drop it or bang it against something, I should be able to maintain its beautiful brushed look.

Below is chart that describes 3M Scotch Brite pads grits.
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Old 02-11-2017, 05:15 PM
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^^ Good news indeed.
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Good deal... I have never seen that chart before.
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Excellent, !

Looking forward to a range report when you get some ammo and shoot it...
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Very nice, congrats.
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good looking pistola.
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