Post an update with wear pics in a few years once it’s nice and salty.
I just found another spot of rust on my well worn Colt. I am seriously thinking about doing a do-it-yourself rattle can paint job. I would send it for a refinish but I have the sights exactly where I want them so... It's just gotten to point of past cool to look at...transitioning to it's going to have more rust every time I look at it. I'll sand it with some ultra fine sandpaper, clean and spray.
Only issue was the mag release that was handled very quickly under warranty.. it shot great and the trigger was smooth. They did a nice job on this gun as an entry level pistol. I just recently sold it.
I just wanted to upgrade to the RO with the upgraded sights and skeletonized trigger and hammer. I also wanted a rail
I do know a LGS that has a slightly worn 1911A1 Springfield with rear adjustable sights and colobolo grips. Some slide wear. They want $549 for it. It is not parkerized though
The Mil Spec is a decent parkerized job
Last edited by pag23; 01-22-22 at 15:19.
Welcome! It's seems like the newer Mil Specs are harder to come by, but they are a good value for a base gun. I didn't care for the 3 dot white sights though.
i will PM the local LGS info in case you are looking at that 1911A1... It has that battleworn finish, but the grips are in good condition and the barrel seemed Ok...
Been carrying this RO Elite Champ for two years now.
It has the Black T finish on it, but riding in a Tenicor Certum, and lots of draws has worn it off a tad.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/y2bmf3hf4iWDpojz9
https://photos.app.goo.gl/HH5wMufJobRAAWSu5
Leave it alone, wear it, use it, enjoy it.
I think parkerizing is a great finish, the mat finish holds oil well and there is no thickness to flake/chip off.
Personally, I'd leave it be and shoot the barrel out of it. If you enjoy the platform, you might want to checker the front and back straps, change things around abit ect. When you have it where you want it then re-parkerize it.
I know I should just keep my mouth shut and smile, but what fun is that?
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