cbecker33
04-25-2007, 23:58
To give you an update check out this thread (http://www.glocktalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=658139&perpage=25&pagenumber=1).
Well, after speaking to Stephan and getting the promise of a pistol on Thursday I was pleasantly surprised when I received a call from my dealer stating that my pistol had showed up today.
First things first, I have to say that Mid America Arms in St. Louis is truly a pleasure to do business with. This is the third transfer I've done through them, and I am thoroughly impressed by their knowledge, professionalism and politeness. They are top notch!
I received the correct pistol that Stephan and I had discussed. A black P45 with night sights - Novak style rear. The pistol was packed with two magazines and a goofy trigger lock.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2294.jpg
It was apparent that the gun had been fired, as it was pretty darn dirty...no worries there, after my last experience I'm just happy that they tested it before it went out.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2297.jpg
The initial inspection looked good. There is minimal plastic "flash" at the rear of the frame where it meets the slide. There are two small casting flaws in the polymer frame, both are very hard to see and one will clean up, I suspect, with a sharp knife and a little effort.
The exterior of the slide is machined very well, no visible flaws and a good fit of the barrel and front sight. The rear sight does not fit in the dovetail nearly as well, as I can see daylight below it. The sight is secure with the set screw, but I will keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't rattle off.
The slide release is really thick....it looks overdone. I can't believe how far it sticks out from the frame. The bottom edge is also a little too sharp. I will probably end up giving it a melt treatment. The bottom of the trigger is also very sharp. I will probably have to reshape it also to keep it from pinching my finger against the trigger guard while shooting.
The slide is pretty tough to pull back and I have a hard time getting the slide stop to engage. I mean a real hard time. And no, I'm not a sissy :tongueout: I'm hoping this will ease with a little break-in.
Pulling the slide off is a great deal easier than with my old K9. I don't need to use a block to properly align the slide to frame. I can simply use one hand to maneuver the slide and the other to push out the slide stop with the end of a toothbrush. The inside of the pistol looks dirty, but nicely done.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2302.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2301.jpg
There is a fair amount of rubbing and an odd rainbow like finish toward the front of the slide.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2303.jpg
The barrel hood is worn (along with the outside of the barrel itself), but it too looks pretty good.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2306.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2305.jpg
The frame looks good also. There is some slight wear on the polymer frame rails, but I feel that this will stop soon as the slide begins to work against the steel inserts. The front of the frame does look bowed, but this does not seem to affect function and is not noticeable with the pistol assembled.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2299.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2300.jpg
Overall I think that the pistol looks pretty darn good. It is a fantastic size for me. The action is smooth and the trigger is light and consistent. I do not find it to be too long of a trigger pull. The gun is nicely balanced and I have no troubles with the placement of the slide stop, just the distance it protrudes from the frame.
Here she is all cleaned and lubed.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2307.jpg
I have high hopes for this pistol and will try to get out to shoot it this weekend. I will do a write-up then, too.
-Chris
Well, after speaking to Stephan and getting the promise of a pistol on Thursday I was pleasantly surprised when I received a call from my dealer stating that my pistol had showed up today.
First things first, I have to say that Mid America Arms in St. Louis is truly a pleasure to do business with. This is the third transfer I've done through them, and I am thoroughly impressed by their knowledge, professionalism and politeness. They are top notch!
I received the correct pistol that Stephan and I had discussed. A black P45 with night sights - Novak style rear. The pistol was packed with two magazines and a goofy trigger lock.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2294.jpg
It was apparent that the gun had been fired, as it was pretty darn dirty...no worries there, after my last experience I'm just happy that they tested it before it went out.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2297.jpg
The initial inspection looked good. There is minimal plastic "flash" at the rear of the frame where it meets the slide. There are two small casting flaws in the polymer frame, both are very hard to see and one will clean up, I suspect, with a sharp knife and a little effort.
The exterior of the slide is machined very well, no visible flaws and a good fit of the barrel and front sight. The rear sight does not fit in the dovetail nearly as well, as I can see daylight below it. The sight is secure with the set screw, but I will keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't rattle off.
The slide release is really thick....it looks overdone. I can't believe how far it sticks out from the frame. The bottom edge is also a little too sharp. I will probably end up giving it a melt treatment. The bottom of the trigger is also very sharp. I will probably have to reshape it also to keep it from pinching my finger against the trigger guard while shooting.
The slide is pretty tough to pull back and I have a hard time getting the slide stop to engage. I mean a real hard time. And no, I'm not a sissy :tongueout: I'm hoping this will ease with a little break-in.
Pulling the slide off is a great deal easier than with my old K9. I don't need to use a block to properly align the slide to frame. I can simply use one hand to maneuver the slide and the other to push out the slide stop with the end of a toothbrush. The inside of the pistol looks dirty, but nicely done.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2302.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2301.jpg
There is a fair amount of rubbing and an odd rainbow like finish toward the front of the slide.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2303.jpg
The barrel hood is worn (along with the outside of the barrel itself), but it too looks pretty good.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2306.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2305.jpg
The frame looks good also. There is some slight wear on the polymer frame rails, but I feel that this will stop soon as the slide begins to work against the steel inserts. The front of the frame does look bowed, but this does not seem to affect function and is not noticeable with the pistol assembled.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2299.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2300.jpg
Overall I think that the pistol looks pretty darn good. It is a fantastic size for me. The action is smooth and the trigger is light and consistent. I do not find it to be too long of a trigger pull. The gun is nicely balanced and I have no troubles with the placement of the slide stop, just the distance it protrudes from the frame.
Here she is all cleaned and lubed.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/cbecker33/IMGP2307.jpg
I have high hopes for this pistol and will try to get out to shoot it this weekend. I will do a write-up then, too.
-Chris