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Colt XSE1070
Went to pick up the Detonics 9-11-01, long story short the pistol looked as if someone had run over it with a truck...
Very Disappointed to say the least, however Alan Miller at Big Al's Gun Shack in Greeneville, Tn. took care of me and I ended picking out this instead. Also picked up a Blackhawk Serpa CQC holster and two Wilson Combat 8 rd mags to compliment the 2 Colt 8 rd mags that came with it. If anyone is in East TN and needs a firearm or firearm accessory, you can bet Alan will do you right! I've dealt with him for several years now and he always makes sure you're happy before you leave....
I will post range report as soon as I get the chance ....
Went to pick up the Detonics 9-11-01, long story short the pistol looked as if someone had run over it with a truck...
Very Disappointed to say the least, however Alan Miller at Big Al's Gun Shack in Greeneville, Tn. took care of me and I ended picking out this instead. Also picked up a Blackhawk Serpa CQC holster and two Wilson Combat 8 rd mags to compliment the 2 Colt 8 rd mags that came with it. If anyone is in East TN and needs a firearm or firearm accessory, you can bet Alan will do you right! I've dealt with him for several years now and he always makes sure you're happy before you leave....
I will post range report as soon as I get the chance ....
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Yeah, I was all psyched about the Detonics and when we opened it up, I could scarcely believe my eyes! I'm sure that this pistol was not an accurate example of Detonics USA's q.c, at least I hope not.....
Mainspring housing was loaded with flash between the ribs, left grip panel was scratched, safety lever looked like a cast part without any finishing buffing, small scratches and dings here and there....
I have a 1991 Sig 226 that looks much better than it did,which is sad...
I plan on a few mods to the Colt after I've put a "few" downrange and yes the slide to frame fit is very tight on the Colt...
I field stripped, cleaned / lubed it and will be polishing the feedramp in the morning, it wont need much though...
What about recoil buffers on these? Pros / Cons?
Mainspring housing was loaded with flash between the ribs, left grip panel was scratched, safety lever looked like a cast part without any finishing buffing, small scratches and dings here and there....
I have a 1991 Sig 226 that looks much better than it did,which is sad...
I plan on a few mods to the Colt after I've put a "few" downrange and yes the slide to frame fit is very tight on the Colt...
I field stripped, cleaned / lubed it and will be polishing the feedramp in the morning, it wont need much though...
What about recoil buffers on these? Pros / Cons?
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:hand10: If you have functional problems with that pistol I'll be very surprised. May it serve you well.
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Nice Colt! I never saw the need for shock buffs personally, just an extra part that'll need periodic replacement and someting else that could go wrong. I think the only thing I'd do is "maybe" install an extended thumb safety - provided the trigger and sights are to your liking. Definitely a nice score.
Jack
Jack
Thanks guys, Im awful proud of this one, As far as the extended thumb safety is concerned, It's having an extended ambi (Colt factory) installed as I type this.....
I dont trust my 1911 gunsmithing skills enough to do it myself...
I dont trust my 1911 gunsmithing skills enough to do it myself...
Very nice choice, you will not be let down with it. How are the edges on it? When I bought mine you could shave with it they were so sharp. I did my own dehorn job, you can take a look at how it turned out here, on page 4 http://www.combatcarry.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=6213&page=4&highlight=XSE
Its not hard at all, just time consuming.
Its not hard at all, just time consuming.
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Nice pistol! Looks like it'll be a joy to own and shoot! Keep us posted.
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