Best left to a gunsmith. They were not the most "sturdy" pistols to begin with.
For use in WW1. A bigger caliber was needed for close combat fighting!
For use in WW1. A bigger caliber was needed for close combat fighting!
Ring hammer.
50-450 usd
Good detail strip and reassembly videos for series 80 1911's and some good tricks to put those tricky parts back in!
Go to Colt's web site and request an owner's manual.
Based on the records I have, that Colt commander was made in 1977.
750$ to 1000$ and it really depends on the condition. ============ Besides condition, it also depends on model and modifications. I purchased a basic used one for $500 and a gunsmith "tricked out" one for $1500.
A 22 caliber pistol holds a dose of 22 caliber ammo.
how to breakdown and load 38 caliber iver johnson pistol?
your pistol was made in 1912....your lucky its worth al of money