The ramped barrel for a 1911 comes in 2 different designs. These 2 designs take 2 different cuts on the frame. The frame will need to be milled for the specific design. I have heard of guys doing it with files but OMG they also need a hobby. I don't remember the proper name for each cut but one is the Para/Clark and I think the other is Wilson/Nowlin
1911 ramped barrel
My Regent 1911 full frame has the factory barrel installed, I'm looking to install a more efficient ramped barrel. Does anyone Know if it is as simple as just dropping the new barrel in or are further modification needed? Also I'm open to opinions on the brand of barrel to purchase.
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Drop in barrels are good for a combat gun but tolerances have to be loose enough to fit any gun so top accuracy is not a given. Yes it happens but not guaranteed.
Polishing an unramped barrels can be bad if not done by an experienced individual since polishing can be good but removal of too much material can ruin a barrel quickly.
I have always run ramped barrels in my 1911s but they are used for competitive purposes and sometimes high pressures must be used(well over posted maximums)so a fully supported chamber is safer.
Polishing an unramped barrels can be bad if not done by an experienced individual since polishing can be good but removal of too much material can ruin a barrel quickly.
I have always run ramped barrels in my 1911s but they are used for competitive purposes and sometimes high pressures must be used(well over posted maximums)so a fully supported chamber is safer.
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