I’ve been working on this project since June, 2011 when Wilson Combat offered their 5 inch frame and slide as a kit. I bought one as the foundation for a 1911 memorial build. I built the pistol using WC Bullet Proof parts, WC low profile sights and WC Ivory grips.
I had WC machine the slide for the sights and install them. When I got the pistol back from Wilson I built the pistol, test fired and made adjustments. When I was satisfied with the build I sent it to Jeff at http://www.flannerygunengraving.com for the engraving. Jeff lives close by and is an incredible artist. When Jeff completed the engraving I sent the entire pistol to Rob at http://1911doctor.com to have the barrel flush cut and countersunk, slide stop flush cut and beveled and checker front strap @30 LPI. After machining I had Rob send the project to Dave Severns athttps://severnscustom.com/Hard_Hat_Treatment.html to apply the Hard Hat Finish. The project was returned to Rob at Alchemy for final assembly, inspection and test firing which happened yesterday at Rob’s shop. Rob told me it shot wonderfully and had tight groups.
The project came home today via Fedex overnight. Like a kid with a new toy I was in the box and installing and indexing the Ivory grips. The trigger pull is 3 pounds 8 ounces and feels clean and crisp. I am planning on shooting it over the weekend. I did my homework before I began the build and did have too many surprises. This type of a build isn’t cheap and it isn’t quick. I found the project to be a lot of fun and very rewarding, especially now that I have in my hands. If I can provide any information or advice for those considering a build please feel free to ask. I’ve always kept in mind that one man’s tackle box special is another man’s Barbecue Special. Here are a few pictures of the completed project.
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