1911 Add on rail

[kavants]

Im sure this has been covered before, but my search came up empty. What is the preferred add on Picatinny rail for a 1911 type pistol. I have an early Taurus PT-1911 (I know, I know, but it has been good to me!) and I want to add the ability to mount a light. I value your input....

[beau1911]

IMO the best rail on the market right now is the SLR rail Steve makes

http://www.marsguns.com/store/index....r4voej38em1ko2

[mdain]

If you don't want to modify the frame, the Surefire MR-07 is tried and true. It's pretty bulky, but doesn't require any permanent alterations to the firearm.

[kavants]

I dont mind drilling and tapping. I have seen the Novak and like it. Any feedback on it?

[Stubby]

Didn't want to star my own thread as it pertains to this subject in a way, what type of rear sight has the laser in it? I remember seeing a gun with that in my local gun store but it is gone now! Any imput would be helpful!

[rathos]

I was using one of these and recently took it off. I found that it was causing malfunctions as the slide stop would come slightly out when shooting and would make the first round of a fully loaded magazine dip and fail to feed. I was able to replicate this and it might be able to take care of it if I had someone that could correctly fit the slide stop.

If you don't want to modify the frame, the Surefire MR-07 is tried and true. It's pretty bulky, but doesn't require any permanent alterations to the firearm.

[Kai_Wolf]

I personally use an MR07 on my 1911, especially when working. It is very tried and true from what I hear and I have had no problems on the range or on the street with it. It can be a bit pricey but it requires no changes in your frame.

[Rana]

IMO the best rail on the market right now is the SLR rail Steve makes

http://www.marsguns.com/store/index....r4voej38em1ko2

If you want a rail for a Colt Series 70 style 1911 made of Carbon Steel.. Steve's Rail is the best choice.

[Rana]

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[theJanitor]

I'm running the dawson (MARS) and couldn't be happier. I just have to trust surefire won't do something stupid with their lights/mounts. but with a couple of x300u's, I should be set for a LONG time