Hello all. I just ordered a Wiley Clapp Govt and was wondering if anyone had any knowledge about the parts used in the gun? I want to do some work to it, mostly just for my own enjoyment, and was curious which parts should be the first to be replaced or what I should have my smith do first? Debur, slide/frame fit, etc., etc. I plan on shooting it quite a bit a bit before I get anything done so any other answers would be appreciated.For example would the WC be a good candidate according to this article? Building A 1911 From A Base Gun: Colt | Modern Service Weapons Thanks very much!
Wiley Clapp Govt as base gun for custom work
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First and foremost, welcome to the Colt Forum. The WC is already a wonderful shooting machine. And while quite a few people would enjoy modifying it I think I'd prefer to leave it factory and get a less than perfect Government model to rejuvenate. Whichever way you go, report back and keep us posted. Nice to have you here!
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Why do you feel a need to screw with something that's supposedly ready to go - 'and' has a Lifetime Warranty, as-is?
The second you modify anything should void that warranty.
Find an older one - or a good frame - and do the work on it.
Or - buy the WC variant and shoot it about 1000 rounds-worth and then see if you need to modify anything.
Putting your modification money into ammunition, range time and experience will pay off.
The second you modify anything should void that warranty.
Find an older one - or a good frame - and do the work on it.
Or - buy the WC variant and shoot it about 1000 rounds-worth and then see if you need to modify anything.
Putting your modification money into ammunition, range time and experience will pay off.
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