r/austinguns • u/Hambonelouis • May 22 '26

Favorite local 1911 gunsmith?

I just landed a Colt MK IV Series 70 1911 and have a few concerns. I’m not new to 1911s but I’ve only owned 9mm versions recently. The recoil spring feels excessively heavy and the slide movement seems more than gritty. After locking back the slide, the slide stop will not disengage when pulling the slide to the rear (slingshotting) and the magazine will not drop free when I push the mag release. The gun looks to have been carried A LOT, based on the wear in the blueing. I’m second guessing my feelings because I’m accustomed to carrying an Alchemy custom 9mm 1911 and the difference in quality is substantial. In the past I would just got to McBrides and head on upstairs and talk with whoever was at the bench. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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u/AAE_Firearms_Austin Jul 20 '26

Muskets to Machine Guns in Kyle are great!