Barrel replacment 1911

[captron]

I have a (1917 made) Colt 1911 and the old barrel has a lot of wear. Kinda thinking I will replace it. My question, is there a difference in barrels for the 1911 and the 1911a1? Thanks for you trouble!!

[leadhead]

None that I know of.....
leadhead

[captron]

Originally Posted by leadhead

None that I know of.....
leadhead

Thanks for your response. Have a good one!!

[Twinson]

Use your same link. I have read where some replacements links were longer and caused issues.

[captron]

Originally Posted by Twinson

Use your same link. I have read where some replacements links were longer and caused issues.

Thanks, i will do that!!

[jimthompson502002]

If you shoot the pistol a lot, a heavy civvy barrel and tight bushing, snugly fitted, will have the effect of prolonging the slide's life while increasing accuracy. A lot of collectors who are also avid shooters do this to PRESERVE the original barrel, which is then stored.

The difference in at-the-target accuracy can be stunning.

[captron]

Originally Posted by jimthompson502002

If you shoot the pistol a lot, a heavy civvy barrel and tight bushing, snugly fitted, will have the effect of prolonging the slide's life while increasing accuracy. A lot of collectors who are also avid shooters do this to PRESERVE the original barrel, which is then stored.

The difference in at-the-target accuracy can be stunning.

Hi, thanks for your response. I don't shoot a lot, just from time to time but enough to know that a new barrel would be good. It is an original pistol that I have owned for some time. I'm very sure that it is as issued with all original parts...but its true history??

[RGRWJB]

I found the military surplus barrels that are chromed lined work well.