1911 Makeover (pics)

[rm11xx]

So i got to work on a little project i wanted to do on my Norinco. I stripped all of the bluing from the pistol, sanded and buffed slide, frame ect. polished trigger, and new wood grips. Got everything cleaned and oiled and put back together. I have to say i was blown away and love how it looks now. The trigger is 10 x better as well. Still a little creep but not squishy at all. Breaks nice and clean. I think its a nice introduction to modding handguns and i had fun doing it also.

What do you guys think?

 

[nza]

Not getting the disguise part.
Won't stripping the bluing leave it open to rust?

 

[sewktbk]

How much time did you spend on it total if you don't mind me asking? including all the small parts and what not...

 

[Sambaru]

I think since the 1911 requires a lot more time, energy, and care to master than a modern handgun such as a Glock or M&P, what you did is awesome and one of the best ways to familiarize yourself with the platform. Thumbs up!

 

[rm11xx]

It will be more prone to rust as its bare metal but i have applied several coats of oil and let them seep into the mores of the metal in between coats. Shouldn't be to bad as long as I keep it clean and oiled. I might look into a sealer of some sort.

I spent $14 on the grips and a jug of white viniger.

 

[MikeHammer]

Looks really good! It's a fun project to take on. I did the same to mine and also Removed all te markings.

 

[rm11xx]

looks really good, i pretty sure i used your videos on youtube for tips on dis-assembly? i remember the grips

 

[MikeHammer]

looks really good, i pretty sure i used your videos on youtube for tips on dis-assembly? i remember the grips

I have a few YouTube videos, hope they helped in your dis-assembly

 

[cigarbufff]

Careful with the RUST. bcuz that is not stainless...as long as your on top of it you'll be fine. Looks good bud!

 

[Bobby and The Devil]

That actually doesn't look too horrible! I wouldn't have even guessed that was a Norinco.