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"Combat Customizing the 1911 Auto"

Wouldn't you like to look over the shoulder of some of the world's finest custom pistolsmiths? Now you can actually observe the pistolsmiths of Wilson's Gun Shop as they modify a stock 1911 into a fully customized combat pistol. This 7 1/2 hour four video set features the pistolsmiths demonstrating and explaining the procedures as they are performed with excellent close-up footage. If you're serious about learning pistolsmithing or just curious as to how it's done, we highly recommend this great video collection. Learn the trade secrets of pistolsmithing the Wilson way.  Quick-reference "running times" shown during each video allow the viewer to return to previously viewed segments or to skip to segments of interest. Videos may be purchased individually or buy all four volumes for a great savings combo!

• Volume 1 - Disassembly, polishing feed ramp, throating barrel, fair/flare ejection port, working with the extractor, installing Wilson sights, opening up the magazine well, Nite-Eyes^® installation, and beaver tail grip safety.  2 hours.

• Volume 2 - Explaining hammers, trigger job, and safety installation.  2 hours.

• Volume 3 - Shok-Buff ^® buffers, "Group Gripper"™, slide tightening/barrel fitting, chamber reaming/feed ramp cutting, fit compensator/remove front sight, fitting reverse plug, and checking breech face clearance.  2 hours.

• Volume 4 - Serrate/checkering rear of slide, checkering front strap, making dovetail cuts, extended magazine release/slide stop, thumb guard installation, logo etching, final prep, final assembly, and testing the finished gun.  1 1/2 hours.