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AndyC wrote:"never say never"

I've seen a 1911's thumb safety so out of whack that pulling the cocked hammer back against the beaver-tail will actually disengage it! Never figured out exactly what geometry caused that one

Ahh, that's half the fun!!!

AndyC wrote:"Dremel" should never be used in the same sentence as "thumb-safety"

Where was it hanging up before?

Oh, and did you do the safety-checks as described and listen for the "click"?

AndyC, normally I agree with you. In this case we did some very light work on the retaining portions, and did all the engagement surface work by hand.

ETA--The primary hangups were on the "groove" at the retaining edge. Sorry I don't have any pics, but having done a bit of 1911 work (or so it sounds), I'm sure you know the area I'm talking about.

Dealing with the ideal situation (oversize replacement parts), does lead to a good deal of work when the frame cutouts are minimalist.

And we did have to turn down the pin a bit (.004 or so) to eliminate binding on the frame and grip safety.

Yes, we did all the standard safety checks. Including one nobody mentions...I've seen a 1911's thumb safety so out of whack that pulling the cocked hammer back against the beaver-tail will actually disengage it! Never figured out exactly what geometry caused that one--just replaced it!!