Howdy and HELP! :)

[cyprant]

Personally I wouldnt engrave the gun it self. The 1911 has grip panels that can be replaced. I would really consider getting a pair made up with what ever message you want. This would also be a ton cheaper to do. There are w couple guys here who do this type of work.

 

[chocktaw2]

to the show!

 

[Mark 1911]

Welcome 2

 

[Sylvain]

Personally I wouldnt engrave the gun it self. The 1911 has grip panels that can be replaced. I would really consider getting a pair made up with what ever message you want. This would also be a ton cheaper to do. There are w couple guys here who do this type of work.

He could even remove the grip panels and leave them in the safe and use other ones for the range to protect them.

 

[repeter1977]

He could even remove the grip panels and leave them in the safe and use other ones for the range to protect them.

Great ideas on the grips. Always better to get something that can be safely kept then a firearm that cannot be used or run properly.

 

[pudly]

Congrats on the upcoming wedding. The Colt 1911 is an iconic firearm. That said, I'd get him talking about it and try to determine if he wants the Colt brand specifically or just a nice 1911. Get as much info as you can. The more details you can provide, but the better and more directed the advice will be.

 

[jbhummer2]

welcome to the group!