Western themed Colt 1911

[Greg Derr]

Like the "Man with No Name" this Colt is waiting for naming. It started out as a Colt "Engravers Special" sent to me by a client that wanted a "Modern West" style build. He opted for the more traditional serrations for the front strap and the Chen Gen 2 magwell. For sights he chose the Heinie Ledge rear sight and a custom "gold line" front. I flat topped the slide and made an arrow pattern serrations. All the internals are tool steel. The frame was welded and recut for fit, the original Colt barrel was refit with an EGW stainless bushing and spring cap. An EGW grip safety and thumb safety were fit. The client wanted stag grips with an aged yellow look. I searched hard to find some with no luck. The grips you see are actually new, I concocted a dye to get the aged look. I hope he is happy. What do you think?

 

[TG Pioneer]

You really do some incredible work, Greg.

 

[nastynatural]

Wow! Looks great.

 

[Matt_SERE]

Beautiful as always. Love the working title, "Modern West" or some derivative of it.

Side business; GD Custom Grips?

 

[Enzo]

Exquisite !!!

 

[Daddy Mac]

That is one super clean and well executed custom. I imagine your client will be thrilled with it. Thanks for sharing.

 

[greencobra]

that'll work, beautiful fightin' pistol...

 

[HorizontalHunter]

Stunning, as always.

 

[Twigg]

Very "Longmire" in concept. Nice work as usual.

 

[PL-52]

As a true Colt fan, you always amaze me on your improvements to a factory stock Plain Jane. Nice work as we’ve come to expect Sir.