Recent content by Biggymu

The all black pistol has such a completely different vibe! That’s cool. I do like the Allen screws on yours. I did find when I dug into it, the Briley bushing was completely loose and had backed out. So using the amazing tutorial by BMCM, I obtained the locktite 680 and corrected that issue...

Here are the results of the ambidextrous safety install. After carefully fitting the part, it functions perfectly and the finish matches almost exactly. The thicker frame made almost no difference in the fit and function of the parts (.007). The grip panel was grooved for this option and allows...

I’m going to give this one a go: 1911 - Ambi Thumb Safety - Extended, Combat Paddle, Bar-Stock, Black

So, what are the symptoms of needing a new recoil spring on an 945, other than obviously broken coils? I’ve personally never had to replace a recoil spring on any semiautomatic pistol I’ve ever owned. I don’t fire thousands of rounds though any of them.

This is golden. Thank you.

After calling both S&W and Wilson combat, unsurprisingly, neither could offer any constructive information. I was told by S&W they don’t offer the service of fitting ambi safeties for this weapon anymore. Wilson has no idea what a Smith 945 is. So armed with Jim’s information, I measured my 945...

Jim, thank you for going to the trouble! This is a learning experience for sure. I would never have guessed a difference in width existed. I wonder if Wilson can offer any insight? It does make sense that only one side needs to be different. Fascinating.

https://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-wesson-semi-auto-pistols/713929-briley-bushings-might-i-have-word.html?highlight=BMCM#post141896915 Simply reading the above post makes me a complete believer. Very glad to have come here. I have quite a bit to learn about this firearm.

That’s promising. Would you happen to have a photo of that side of your pistol?

You may be correct. I have yet to even see a photo of a compact with the ambi safety. The the top rear of the right hand grip has a relief behind it. This may be tougher than I thought. I will call S&W when I get a break. Thank you all for your replies.

Here are some pictures

Hello all, I’m a new member of this forum and have a question regarding a recent acquisition. I have a 945-1 with an EBH prefix on the serial number that I have learned was one of 30 produced specifically for the Ellet Brothers back in 2006. I have been studying pictures of this series of...

Hello all, I’m new member of this forum from near Columbus Ga. I am a long time collector of many types of firearms, mainly German WW2 small arms. I have lurked here for years but never joined.