The 45 Dude
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I'm a huge sentimental value guy so if I have to replace stuff like receivers, frames, or slides it usually breaks my heart cause that part is like the heart of the gun. I hear that although cracked slides are uncommon they do happen. On the other hand, I also hear that people go through at least 100,000 or more rounds in their 1911s that still shoot fine. Also to add to my complicated question do shock buffers or recoil reducers help with the lifespan?
I'm building a 1911 so the slide I'm getting is made of 4340 steel and is very high quality if that makes answering the question easier.
I'm building a 1911 so the slide I'm getting is made of 4340 steel and is very high quality if that makes answering the question easier.
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