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05-08-2017, 08:51 PM
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S&W 1911 Performance Center scandium
I'm thinking about this one; the scandium frame, lightening cuts on the slide, commander length.
Is the scandium / aluminum alloy appreciably more durable than a typical aluminum 1911 frame? How does this gun hold up over the long run, and has anyone got one that they can comment on?
Many thanks.
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05-09-2017, 03:09 AM
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I wouldn't let the Sc/Al alloy frame cause you any concern. S&W has been using it for many years in far more powerful guns than the 45ACP.
I not aware of any founded issues with it & I have (7) Sc/Al framed guns.
I'm sure you'll enjoy it if you get it.
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05-09-2017, 08:44 AM
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I have a few of them never a problem good luck .
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05-09-2017, 08:52 AM
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Loved mine until the ejector came loose after first -200 rounds. Traded it on a Dan Wesson and am a lot happier.
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05-09-2017, 08:35 PM
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I am now at ~2k rounds through mine (the all black one). Been flawless except for some junk low-power ammo I tried.
No signs of any abnormal wear.
Don't let the scandium scare you.
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05-09-2017, 09:08 PM
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Well, I guess it's a matter of perspective. A steel-framed match gun can digest anywhere between 35,000 and 60,000 rounds before it needs a refit and rebuild. That's more than most people will ever put through a single gun in their lives, but for others, it's about a year.
I doubt you'll have a problem.
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05-10-2017, 07:17 AM
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No problems so far.. 
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