Short version; Are Norinco grip screws metric? If yes, does anyone know the thread size & pitch for sure?
Full version; I'm looking at purchasing a new to me Norinco 1911 in 9mm very soon, and I'm getting conflicting information on what Norinco used for grip screws. Some videos say "standard", others said "it's Chinese and they made modifications to use metric". This will be my first 1911 so I'm still in the shallow end here. I know from handling them in stores I don't care for the stock grips. My Jericho is fitted with a Hogue and I do like that one. Can anyone confirm what grip screw threads are used?
Full version; I'm looking at purchasing a new to me Norinco 1911 in 9mm very soon, and I'm getting conflicting information on what Norinco used for grip screws. Some videos say "standard", others said "it's Chinese and they made modifications to use metric". This will be my first 1911 so I'm still in the shallow end here. I know from handling them in stores I don't care for the stock grips. My Jericho is fitted with a Hogue and I do like that one. Can anyone confirm what grip screw threads are used?


















































