Hello All Picking up 1st true 1911

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safari71

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Hello All,
New to the forum although I have been lurking for quite sometime. I must say there is a wealth of information here that has helped me decide on the Wesson VBob that I will pickup tomorrow. I have had a para tac-s lda since 05 that I was able to fetch good price for to help fund my new one. I have never even shot a single action 1911 and cant wait.Is there anything I should be aware of before taking ownership of this new firearm. Thanks to all for the good info here.
 
Nice first true 1911. You will be spoiled by it. Post pics and a range report when you get a chance.
 
If your Dan Wesson is like any I have shot, REMEMBER how the slide feels when you rack it. That is one thing you will do everytime you pick up another 1911. Mine feel like sliding on roller bearings.

The first DW 1911 I handled was a PM9. I have NEVER forgotten the feel. You won't either.

I am afraid to handle something like a real custom 1911. . . . .
 
Thanks for the nice feedback. I do see that they list the vbob as having a 4.3" barrel I hope it will holster in my sparks vm-2 that is commander size as my para was 4.25. I would not think a holster would have a tolerance like that?. Also what is the best lube to use for this 1911? I just use clp on my black rifle.
 
praise the Czechs for providing such a fine pistol!
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Can we find a middle ground here and praise them for funding this operation?

That's a bunch of New York State Americans that make those extremely fine handguns. Admittedly, I have -NOT- been in the Norwich facility, but I can't imagine the place is teeming with československý. But I could be mistaken.
 
Sevens, just giving due note to the CZ outfit having the aforethought to buy DW. Yes, Americans are involved but I'm sure the Czech bean counters had a
hand in giving the designers the go ahead toward total quality. A cheer for all.:)
 
Congratulations safari!
My first 1911 was also a Dan Wesson! It's a full sized Valor. Excellent quality. Aside from some magazine issues I'm very happy with mine. I've contemplated getting the vbob but I couldn't justify spending so much on another one:o

I use Slip 2000 EWL on mine. Its a great lube.

Good luck!
 
Is there anything I should be aware of before taking ownership of this new firearm.
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They have a high reproduction rate. In five years, you'll probably have four or five of them.
 
The Dan Wessons are excellent guns and IMHO are a gateway drug to higher end 1911s. Make sure before you shoot it that you break it down and clean it. They ship them in packing and storage oils which are not always good for shooting lubrication. Lube the gun up and then got shoot.

If you have never field stripped a 1911 make sure you read the manual and watch a few videos. Watch out for the slide stop. If you are unsure about how to do it and can get someone who "knows" how to do it help you. You do not want to put an "idiot mark" on your new pistol.

I am not sure how much trigger time you have on guns in general but I would look at this video. Great tips on shooting the 1911 or any pistol IMHO.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysa50-plo48

Another tip I give to new shooters of the 1911 is to handle and manipulate the safety with the gun cleared, check it twice, to get used to and to get a feel for the positive click of the safety on and off. I also recommend some dry firing to get used to the trigger. A 1911 trigger is different than almost any other pistol trigger. You should be familiar with both prior to having live rounds in the gun IMHO.

Once you are comfortable with the feel of the gun then go shoot and have fun!
 
I figured a RIA would be more of a true 1911 than the high priced series 80 guns (series 80 fps is not the true 1911 design is it)?
 
I figured a RIA would be more of a true 1911 than the high priced series 80 guns (series 80 fps is not the true 1911 design is it)?
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Dan Wessons are all series 70, well sort of, they do not have a fringing pin block. :rolleyes:
 
Thanks for the replys, I have put 1000's of rounds put down range with my para single stack lda but have not had hands on with a single action. I will school myself on this gun and I cant wait as I just picked it up today. Sorry if I'm calling my v-bob a true 1911 it's just closer than my old lda para. That's why I am here is to learn. I did learn a lot about vbob ser.# today that I have not seen posted anywhere on the forums about 1911's.
 
As far as lube nothing special is required. I personally like grease on the rails and then liquid lube of choice. The VBOB is a 1911 by todays standards. It is not a 1911 by the strictest definitions but don't sweat it. Enjoy it.
 
It is generally considered poor form to let the slide slam home without a round in the mag/chamber to slow the slide down just a bit or so I am told
 
I use mobil 28 clay based aviation grease on certain parts of my black rifles will that be ok on the rails of my wesson
 
I use mobil 28 clay based aviation grease on certain parts of my black rifles will that be ok on the rails of my wesson
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Should work but I do not know the particulars on that grease but IIRC Geissele uses it and ships it with their triggers. ;)
 
Having Spoke to Keith @ DW and the guys @ CZcustom they've all told me when you need to decock your gun you are to dry fire it and NOT to ride the hammer down with your thumb.
 
Having Spoke to Keith @ DW and the guys @ CZcustom they've all told me when you need to decock your gun you are to dry fire it and NOT to ride the hammer down with your thumb.
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You hear his a lot but really it is not the case. IMHO. The 1911 was designed so that could decock it by holding the hammer and lowing it onto a loaded or unloaded chamber. JMB redsigned the grip safety tang and hammer so that the pistol could be decocked with one hand because one-hand operation of the gun was important to the group that it was initially intended for the US Cavalry.

There is nothing wrong with riding the hammer down to decock the pistol. There is also nothing wrong with dry firing it. What most people refrain from doing is letting the slide ram home on an empty chamber.
 
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