1911 guide rods, what to get?

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Hey there guys

Just a question about 1911 guide rods. I have a full length guide-rod comming in my Norc 1911.

What are the benifits of the full length rod over the stock one?

Thanks
 
1911 Guide Rod Fun

First and foremost: LCV or LCF (Look cool factor/value)

Honestly, like the operating rod recoil spring on an M14, this full length guide rod is supposed to improve your accuracy. Some advocates say that it's supposed to help your lockup and / or return to battery / consistency.

Many opponents of the FLGR say that this solution to a problem that does not exists hampers the take down ability of John Moses Browning's greatest creation. :eek:

I've got the FLGR's in both my M1911's (.45 and 9mm formats)

Hope this helps,
Barney
 
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I like FLGR's. Generally prefer the two-piece ones myself. Have some 1911's with 'em, some without. After using them for many years I think they are an aid to overall accuracy. I think they help keep the slide lock-up consistent. Cool factor is there, too. ;) :D

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1,- cool factor

2. - I think it allows the springs to last longer. Others will say Horse poop!

3 - 999 makes money for the gunsmiths who sell you one.
1000. - Looks cool.

Biggest disadvantage is it makes take down harder if you use a two piece. I have FLGR in all but my bush gun . On balance I prefer one piece rods.

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If you are going to get a full length guide rod, get the Tungsten 1 piece from Dawson Precision.

The tungsten adds weight, reducing felt recoil.
It has a pivoting piece which means you do not need a "take down" tool. Most one piece guid rods require the use of a tiny "L" shaped wire or piece of paperclip to dismantle. The Dawson Precision guide rod obviates the need for this tiny (ie easy to lose) piece of metal. It's pretty much a drop-in piece of equipment, too. No gunsmithing required.
 
flgr

I have a two piece for my Gold Cup, but it loosens after a few rounds and I'm alway retighting it. Can't remember the manufactor, any suggestions.
 
hungrybeagle said:
If you are going to get a full length guide rod, get the Tungsten 1 piece from Dawson Precision.

The tungsten adds weight, reducing felt recoil.
It has a pivoting piece which means you do not need a "take down" tool. Most one piece guid rods require the use of a tiny "L" shaped wire or piece of paperclip to dismantle. The Dawson Precision guide rod obviates the need for this tiny (ie easy to lose) piece of metal. It's pretty much a drop-in piece of equipment, too. No gunsmithing required.
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Staple work the best.. Thats all I use to take apart my 1911 with a FLGR and a Cone Bushing barrel.
 
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