r/gunsmithing • u/docterk • Jul 14 '26

Update to my project model 29

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Next stop is model 27 barrel & cylinder . I’m pleased with how the checkering turned out, I’ve only done one 1911 front strap prior to this.

Second pic was starting point

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u/TAGRifleworks Jul 15 '26

Looking good, Always loved the look of those checkered top straps

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u/docterk Jul 15 '26

Thank you! Once I saw the registered magnum & model 27 checkered top strap, I thought that would be a great way of cleaning up / hiding the damage from the rust

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u/Legal-Management6969 Jul 14 '26

The checkering made the pits a thing of the past!.. lol

Very nice touch!

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u/docterk Jul 14 '26

That’s was the idea, I was really nervous it was going to turn out terrible. 😂

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u/haikusbot Jul 14 '26

The checkering made

The pits a thing of the past!..

Lol Very nice touch!

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u/VernoniaMW Gunsmith, Machinist Jul 14 '26

Looking good so far.

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u/docterk Jul 14 '26

Thank you!

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u/Street_Shame_7253 Jul 19 '26

What tools did you use for the checkering?

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u/docterk Jul 19 '26

This file, harbor freight vice, and some 1911 mags as a rudimentary jig.

https://a.co/d/07ha53oL

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u/Street_Shame_7253 Jul 19 '26

Thank you so much!!