i got a parkerized springfield 1911A1 that been sitting in my gun cabinet for 10 years. Our 1911 .22LR Conversion kit is designed to fit any full size 1911-A1 frame made to U.S. government mil-specs. Another excellent choice for the .460 Rowland are the plated or jacketed SWC style .451 bullets because they develop the largest, most abrupt shock cone of all. One of these two drop-in setups might be for you, but all of us who tried these three would overwhelmingly pick the .50 GI if we wanted more power in a 1911 than the .45 ACP offers. This is a drop on part, simply remove your existing upper and replace with this complete upper. pricing but nobody else to compare with, very fine weapon of chioce! Carbine with AR-15 magazines converted to take .50 GI The .50 GI magazine holds 14 rounds and the AR-15 magazine holds 9 rounds. Guncrafter Industries are the people behind the .50GI, a .50 cal pistol round that can be used in .45acp pistol hosts. 1 1911 pistol chambered in the 50 GI cartridge was released at the 2004 SHOT . As in a 50 cal Glock? Yup! Again, thank you to Matt Kozik for allowing us to review this sweet 1911. With the proven stopping power of the massive 275/300-grain projectiles its a fair bet that youd come out on top in a gun fight. They caused dings in steel targets that normally fracture .40 and .45 cal rounds into so much dust. it appears that a 1911 in .50 GI does require a different frame while a Glock does not (their Glock conversion kit is offered as a drop-in slide, barrel, guide rod, recoil spring, and magazine). The 275-grain load gave a touch more felt recoil, and did seem to have some muzzle flash, but in no way did we think either was objectionable. I do believe that this bullet might even be able to put a tough-skinned wild bore down in one hit. We were unable to shoot enough of this for accuracy purposes, abandoning it as thoroughly unsuitable for this test gun, so that information is missing from our test results. The .50 GI round was designed from the ground up specifically for the Guncrafters Model No.1 pistol. Our J26 custom slide will help make you and your new trusty sidekick more accurate than ever. The Model 1 Custom 1911 Pistol For Sale | Guncrafter Industries Home Firearms Model 1 50 GI Model 1 50 GI $3,795.00 (1 review) Write a Review Availability: Our current lead time is 14-22 weeks. Alex Zimmerman took the custom 1911 world a giant step farther when he came up with the idea of a .50-caliber cartridge that would fit into the footprint of a 1911. The other Storm Lake barrel didnt have those bumps, so we removed them with a file, hand grinder, and polishing buff. I prefer the ergonomics of the 1911 an the hammer-fired, crisp trigger with thumb safety to the Glock even though the Glock tips the scales a good 10 ounces lighter! Several years ago we obtained a Storm Lake drop-in 1911 barrel in .45 ACP from a catalog supplier, but that barrel didnt even come close to dropping into our test gun. We declared them to be useless in this setup. Our test shooters regularly got such groups, and did so with ease. But hey, you got to pay to play in the big leagues when it comes to custom 1911s. If you have any questions or doubts about your 1911, ask them.) This conversion includes the slide, .50GI barrel, recoil spring, and 9rd magazine. The frame and slide were machined from forgings. It actually pounded my steel target with so much force that it knocked the entire 100-pound plate and stand combo hard enough to make it furrow the ground it stood upon. JavaScript is disabled. The assembly comes complete with slide, barrel, spring assembly, and an 8 or 9 round magazine your pick. While at my Local Gun Shop, Clayton Guns, I was fortunate enough to meet Matt Kozik from Guncrafter Industries. The first time I assembled the weapon and slid a magazine in, it felt exactly like a standard Glock 21. Prices of ammunition range from $31-$51. I like bigger calibers but dont see a use for this. Guncrafter Industries Model No. Yes, it was a touch heavier than a .45 ACP, 41.6 ounces empty versus 38 ounces. Our long awaited Maverick 26 Slide is finally here. This makes a great CCW pistol, a hunting pistol, or just a range toy to impress your friends. All Rights Reserved. We tried the newly made .45 ACP barrel, and it fit our test gun perfectly. After our experiences with the big .50, we doubt anyone would want to mess with a .45 except to make use of low-cost ammo. I was born and raised in NC and I have grown up around firearms with shooting BB guns at the age of around 3-4. very interesting round. The gun was extremely well made, and thats only the first thing we noticed. look no further! The question that I really had, though, was recoil. 185g CHP 8.7g Bullseye 1.220" 1200 fps. What an awesome, well thought-out comparison. Its the Glock platform that is the standard by which all other pistols are judged. They gave the poorest feeding of all. If therefore we yield up our temporal property, we at the same time deliver the conscience into bondage." They caliber convert a 1911 and even a Glock. In 2006, Guncrafter Industries introduced its 1911 Model No. Also, a threaded barrel option is available. We were hooked! Our test gun would remain a .45, so we left the ramp alone. The .50 GI cartridge is significantly less powerful than the .50 AE is. The .50 GI Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. I dont really mess around with bench rests mostly because I really dont give a hoot about taking measurements and the like. Guncrafter Industries offers ammunition in 20rd boxes and the price is competitive, compared to other .50 caliber rounds. Try changing the sear for a standard G.I. The .50 GI is similar in power to the .45 ACP. love the .50 GI. I take in a deep breath, steady my sights on the steel silhouette and squeeze off a round. Due to the larger caliber, the cartridge operates at relatively low pressure and has a long reloading life. Only thing is their custom 1911 and that glock conversion. If youve been looking for the perfect option to add on to your gun or you want to enhance the experience, this is the slide for you. We had occasional failures to feed with all the ammo, but we attributed that to our hurried fitting, which gave a discontinuous ramp. I guess Johnny Rowland didnt start out trying to gouge deep enough to make gun-raggers happy, and there is the fact that its power resides dead-squarely IN the .44 magnums actual, real-world, chronographed, standard pressure wheelhousethat REALLY pisses off the gun snobs! Thats how we define drop-in. Clark Custom Guns clearly speaks the same language we do, and their workmanship here was outstanding. Also, there is at least one complete gun that offers a purported step up in ballistics, the Guncrafter Industries .50 GI ($2895) Model No. to 300-gr. We're on the cover of American Handgunner! Accuracy with the 165-grain JHP load (our first choice) was more than acceptable, five-shot groups running about 2 inches at 15 yards. Its a whale covered in Vaseline. Well Ned Christiansen took his favorite pin shooting pistol and made it better. The .50 GI Glock Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4 Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. When talking muzzle brakes, everyone who has ever lined up behind a Barret .50 BMG rifle understands fully how absolutely vital and effective is that thing hanging off the barrel. They have been out a while but never caught on. For those shooters, more power is readily available. The .460 Rowland kit included more than just the stainless-steel barrel, hence the extra money. With this Glock Conversion matted to a Glock 20 frame, it just feels right. To me, they look like .45s that rode the short bus to school. If you order one of these pre-fit barrels from, say, Brownells, the kit ($169) will come with a link, pin and bushing. It had significantly more power than the .45 ACP in an easily controlled package that was essentially the same size and weight as the one we thought was the ultimate self-defense handgun for many long years. For instance, there are drop-in barrels that can turn your 1911 .45 into a hot .40 (.400 Cor-Bon), or a hotter .45 (.460 Rowland). The 275-grain/900 fps load has a bit of snap to it, much like 230-grain +P loads in a .45. Felt recoil of this offering is comparable to a 230gr. Just think, you will pay for your conversion kit after firing just two bricks of .22LR ammo. The .50 GI Glock Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4 Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. With the installation procedure just taking 30 seconds, you can save 35 on each round fired. We stripped the gun and attempted to insert the Storm Lake .400 CB barrel. --John Witherspoon, The Dominion of Providence Over the Passions of Men. Lockup was with a slight click, more felt than heard, as the parts went together with zero rattles and zero slop. The .50GI is loaded to .45 ACP pressure levels, and offers loadings ranging from 185gr @ 1200fps to 300gr @ 700 fps. Selling for $595 for the Stainless version and $660 for the Melonite version, it makes for a great buy in my opinion. This conversion set consisted of a slide, barrel, captive slide spring, and magazine in a hard plastic case. Need a spare magazine for your Model 5? A 275 grain .50 bullet isnt enough heavier than a 255 grain .451 bullet for organic creatures to notice or care. Yeah, thats a tall order. Come join the discussion about optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The poor-feeding 135-grain JHP gave the best group, four shots touching and one more that made it 1.6 inches. The Model 4 custom 1911 is a Long Slide chambered in the .50GI round, which makes it the perfect candidate for a hunting pistol as well as a target 1911. When it did a few weeks later it was like Christmas morning. Yes. Here are our findings. We found we could shoot the .460 Rowland Fisher/Norinco as fast and as accurately as we could with .45 ACP loads, thanks to the excellent Clark muzzle brake. We got some of the two available types of ammo from G.I. My office was a 100 feet in the air, closer to God the better, Vintage Boxes - Gear, Shell, Case, Primer, Group Buys Design, Active , Waiting and Archives, Closed Buys/Waiting for delivery/in shipment, If this is your first visit, be sure to Our test crew declared we would not own one, but that doesnt mean the Rowlands not perfect for you. As any .45-auto shooter can tell you, recoil with some plus-P .45 loads is getting right up there. Some of these varieties include: Currently, Guncrafter Industries is venturing out into a Glock 20/21 Conversion for all the Glock fans out there wanting to shoot a 50cal bullet. The Glock 21 coincidentally is a weapon that I know better than any other in the world. Dont be intimidated at the thought of 50 caliber recoil out of a polymer frame pistol! Update: The BATFE filed its Final Rule on stabilizing braces in the Federal Register on January 31, 2023. The company normally stocks barrels in .45 ACP ($125 for the barrel alone), .40 S&W, 9mm, .38 Super, .357 SIG, and a few in 10mm. This magazine holds 5 rounds of 50 GI.Each magazine is handmade at Guncrafter Industries in Huntsville, Arkansas. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and receive information about the latest Products! The 8 inch SBR chambered in .50 GI I wont lie to you: it has a bit of a bite to it when it goes off. This includes not only information about their purchase and use, but also the promotion of firearm safety and training. Alright, that is how I liken the experience of handling a fully loaded Desert Eagle. Guncrafter Industries has been making the .50 GI round for over a decade, and first offered their own specially chambered M1911 pistol to shoot it with. The assembly comes complete with slide, barrel, spring assembly, and an 8 or 9 round magazine your pick. I dont think the 400 Cor-Bon really got a fair shake. The .460 Rowland offered lots of power and high velocity with heavy .45-caliber bullets, but with much higher pressure. The first time I touched off the .460 Rowland in my Glock long slide conversion I had to remember to pay attention to the kick to notice if it had any! Try a .45 Super with 185 grain JHP loaded to 1100+ fps and youll see immediately what Im saying, in the same gun. JHP at 1300 (actual 1370). The Videki-pattern trigger broke cleanly at 4.8 pounds, was well fitted in its slot, and was perfectly adjusted for overtravel. Both the M1 and the M2 can be fitted with Guncrafter Industries' .45 ACP conversion unit, the .45 ACP magazines hold 8 rounds. On carefully measuring this barrel and half a dozen others, we found we would have to remove 0.030 from the rear of the chamber mouth before we could get it to fit.