Taking a break..

 

slight different feel than the Kimber, also feels lighter than my Kimber.. 

 

my aim is high on draw just wondering if angle is different..

 

I like the under cut trigger guard..That is one area i had to work on with the Kimber..

confirmed the STI Trojan is lighter than the kimber team 2..  Kimber 39.2 oz's STI 38.2 oz's

 

 

Different height rear / front sights ?

Alec i think it is the stippling on the sti vs the agressive 30 lpi on the kimber.

my middle finger slides down a bit on the sti,  when i grip the kimber it bites in and holds my grip tight keeping the front sight down. 

That's a nice condom you got there.

 

 

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Thank,s wish i could get one from the bathroom wall at the movie theater.   

Alec i think it is the stippling on the sti vs the agressive 30 lpi on the kimber.

my middle finger slides down a bit on the sti,  when i grip the kimber it bites in and holds my grip tight keeping the front sight down. 

I have a Trojan and dislike the stippling on the front strap as well. I have skateboard tape covering the whole area. and it makes a world of difference. Try it.

Will try to post pic in a few.

what holster are you using? My Bladetech scuffed the finish on my Spartan only after a few draws that I'm looking for other options for my Trojan 40 for Limited 10.

Scuff marks, idiot marks, holster wear, all add character.

Pic

I also got rid of the stock STI grips and went with Les Baer grips. IMO they are very aggressive and keep the classic 1911 grips look.

Pic

I removed the grips before putting the tape on. Made it easier.

I'm also getting used to the draw on my new Trojan, but I'm used to a Glock.

 

The front strap texture does suck, I wish they just did the standard 30 lpi checkering. That grip tape looks good. No problems with it coming loose putting it over the textured front strap? I was thinking about putting grip tape on mine, but wasn't sure how well it would stick to the front strap over the texturing with less metal to stick to.

I'm also getting used to the draw on my new Trojan, but I'm used to a Glock.

 

The front strap texture does suck, I wish they just did the standard 30 lpi checkering. That grip tape looks good. No problems with it coming loose putting it over the textured front strap? I was thinking about putting grip tape on mine, but wasn't sure how well it would stick to the front strap over the texturing with less metal to stick to.

When I shot it 2-3 matches a month, it would stay on for 7-9 months with no issues. Once it gets loose, remove, clean area , reapply a new piece.

STI does have 30 LPI checkering, but on more expensive models.

Thanks, I'll have to pick up some grip tape. Yeah, I figured that chain link texture or whatever it's called is cheaper to do than the checkering.

I was thinking on adding the grip tape, but the more i practice the better it is getting.. 

Skateboard tape.

Look for it at a skate shop or online.

A whole sheet (size of a skateboard) cost between $5-$15.

Or stair tread tape from lowes. Comes in a bunch of different widths

oversize mag button installed to accommodate my small hands.. had to use the sti insert as the wilson was to large and i did not feel like filing it, blue loctite on threads, the dawson button is saved for later.. This button keeps me from having to flip the gun so i can reach it much safer this way..

 

 

If you install the over sized mag release button does that bump you into open class? I don't really know how to interpret the rules. I want to add one to my 1911 but not sure!

permitted mods:

•External extractors, firing pin blocks,

and other factory safety features.

•Duplicating features that are on a facto-

ry, massed produced slide available to

the general public.

•Factory installed light rail attachments if

the dust cover is no longer than 3.25

inches measured from the rear of the

slide stop pin to the front of the dust

cover

prohibited mods:

External modifications or features such

as weights or devices to control or

reduce recoil (such as, but not limited to,

thumb rests or components which could

be used as such).

•Coned barrels, bull barrels, or barrels

with flanges, except in 1911 compact

pistols with a barrel length of 4.20 inches

or less. (Note: All other barrels must

have barrel bushings and conform to

factory profile).

•Slide lightening, cuts, ports, or any

milling deemed to provide a competitive

advantage

The mag release button does not bump you into open..

The mag release button does not bump you into open..

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