Quick question regarding the fit of a 1911 barrel: When you have a 1911 that has a barrel that can be pushed down maybe .015" when in battery, what is the best fix? Is it possible to correct this with a longer barrel link? I'm thinking that while I might be able to correct the movement, adding a longer link will cause the barrel to stand on the pin instead of riding the cam on the lug. There are also other timing issues that can be caused by going that route I'm guessing.
To do a true fix for this, should a new barrel be fit by a qualified gunsmith? The gun in question is a Colt 9mm 01992 Govt size 1911. It runs fine but is no tack driver. I'm thinking of ordering an EGW bushing to improve the slop at the bushing end, but don't want to throw money at a part that may be replaced eventually anyhow if a new barrel needs fit.
Or, would it make sense to just replace the bushing to see if that helps accuracy and then just enjoy the gun for what it is instead of trying to turn it into what it's not?
To do a true fix for this, should a new barrel be fit by a qualified gunsmith? The gun in question is a Colt 9mm 01992 Govt size 1911. It runs fine but is no tack driver. I'm thinking of ordering an EGW bushing to improve the slop at the bushing end, but don't want to throw money at a part that may be replaced eventually anyhow if a new barrel needs fit.
Or, would it make sense to just replace the bushing to see if that helps accuracy and then just enjoy the gun for what it is instead of trying to turn it into what it's not?