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The M&P doesn't have a grip safety, however, there are model variations with ambi thumb safety option. I have an M&P9 that doesn't have a thumb safety option. But if you go onto their website, you can see which models of the M&P does have them. The grip safety on the XD is similar to the 1911, but the thumb safety is the key safety that 1911 users are used to, because it's a safety that one have to manually turn on/off, therefore, S&W put that option there so the 1911 users are familiar when using their M&P. But if you don't like it, you can always take off the thumb safety on the M&P. Wish I had gotten that model. Here's my M&P9: Thanks. I really like how simple the 1911's are. Heck, it's a proven design that has been around for 100 years, and has been thru numerous wars. Let just say that JMB was a GENIUS!!!

First 1911 build for me. But already have plan for a second build, down the road. Maybe next year's tax return...

Thanks. That's what a lot of 1911 owners (or prior owners) have said about their 1911's. That is if you know to stay away from certain manufactures.

You can put a collapsible stock on there, and I'll be legal too.

Filed down the sharp checking to be more of a flat top checkering.

Grip safety fitted.

Thanks! Rest of the parts were ordered. Should have it by end of the week.

Had a GSG5PK. It was a fun plinker.

So in honor of JMB's ingenuity, and the adoption of the 1911 on March 29th, I celebrated with this kit; a Remsport railed government with slab slide. It might not be a purist's love of the M1911A1, but it's still a 1911. At least it's not a 2011 :tongueout:. Specs from Remsport: •*Stainless steel rail government fitted frame and slide. • Fitted stainless steel match barrel and bushing. • 15 lpi FS checkering. • Serrated top of slide. • Novak cut front and rear sights. • Bare magwell for a custom bevel. Here's a partial list of some of the parts that will be going on there. • EGW monogram barrel bushing and plug. • EGW oversize beavertail. • EGW recoil spring guide. • EGW oversize firing pin stop. • 10-8 gen 2 slide stop. • 10-8 flat trigger. • 10-8 solid rear sight. • 10-8 brass bead front sight. (Maybe Tritium, still up in the air) • Wilson rebuild pin set Initial impression: The slide and frame is SILKY SMOOTH. It's almost like they are on bearings. No play whatsoever. The 15 lpi doesn't feel that bad on the hand. They are pointy, but then I haven't shot it yet. Might have to flatten them out a bit. The lock up on the barrel lugs are nicely fitted, and brakes out of battery smoothly. Could use a hair bit more meat on the top lugs. We'll see how she will actually do at the range. The trigger tracks are smooth. No play vertical nor horizontal play on the trigger. Now onto the porn:

My EDC 1911 in rotation: Springfield Ultra Compact. Dan Wesson CCO.

So you've never carried a 1911, and you're only relating things you've read in the interweb? the 1911 has one of the best grip angle. Oh, BTW, the S&W M&P pistol was model after the 1911 for these elements: grip angle, beavertail, and thumb safety option. A 1911 can be carry easily with a quality gun belt and holster. Let must say that I conceal my 1911 way better than my old Glock 26. YMMV.

Congrats on the new purchase. If you're going to carry that thing, I might suggest switching out the adjustable rear sight for a John Harrison fixed rear sight. This will help with with the possible snagging issue. Make sure you find out any issues within the first year, as Kimbers are only 1 year warranty. And get some decent mags; Wilson Combat or Chip McCormick.

Key words are highlighted above... Canada is good hockey and maple syrup.

Just because I had fondle your wife's old car doesn't mean I'm a queer.

What do you do?

Gonna build one of those...one day. awesome pics.

The majority of the US population thinks that 2 wheels are only used for recreation. While in Europe, it's also a form of daily transportation. People ride in the wet there all the time. While compare to Americans that get into their "cage" and drive everywhere. That's why NASCAR (aka Stock Car) is the most popular cause they "look like normal daily drivers." But then again, something needs to be said about the promoters of these events.

Pretty good deal for a new bike. But damn, all of the problems and recalls will make the owner think otherwise. Sat on them at the bikeshow and wasn't completely impress. All I can say is the Eric does have passion for his craft.

Thanks! A few of my friends say the same thing...

Sweet! LOL. I've been thru that section of the park with my car. And let just say AWD drifting is pretty sweet. But damn, the exhaust can give away my position. My CEO loves my bike and car. He's another gearhead too.

+1. My 520 conversion came with a washer to help w/ the sprocket alignment. It's important to get a straight path from the front to the rear sprocket. Slipping a chain on a moto isn't as forgiving as on a bicycle.

Nah, that's more like wear crock shoes with my white suit. I be pimping yo. They see me driving, they be hatin'...

Honestly, now it's just my daily driver. I was heavily into cars, but once I got into bikes and guns, the car budget got diverted. But I do know those Forced 4 guys, and have been up to a few of the meets. Plus there aren't many silver WRX – I mean 2.5RS ;-) – rocking gold BBS's around here.

^ More money for tires!

Nope. But a local subaru forum.