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15-20 years ago Colt came out with a close copy of the WWI 1911 and WWII 1911A1 and both came in the blue collectors boxes. They are pricey now but I believe that is one that’ll continue to go up and make a great safe queen. The early WWI models were finished in the nice Carbonia bluing which...

Yes, side plates are fitted and getting one that matches with the bluing would be almost impossible. Either use it like it is as a carry gun or sell it if it bugs you that much. Do not try and fix it. That usually leads to worse damage and throwing more money ant it isn’t the answer. Just...

I went with a Winchester 1873 in 357 recently. This is made by Miruko and is very well built with an 18.5 inch barrel. I’ve since added a Tang peep sight.

A lot of knife guys like Wicked Wax, but it’s wicked expensive. $50 for 8oz. Wicked Wax 8oz Tin - DLT Trading

There have been a few recently that folks received that were all original. If you’re on Facebook there’s a good 1911A1 page where folks post these as they receive them. They’re allowing 2 per person now. You got a good one.

I use Johnson Paste wax but I recently learned that they stopped making it. Glad I stocked up when Home Depot had it for around 2 bucks a can. Wax is all I use for guns and knives. Oil attracts dust, dust attracts moisture, moisture causes rust spots that look like dust spots. For knives I use a...

You might save your money on a factory letter. According to Doc44 in the link to the other K22 there’s little chance that research would show a refinish.

I had a Pre model 15 that I sold a number of years ago that lettered as being shipped to General Van Orden at Evaluators Limited. Letter states it was 1 of 50. Probably the same 50 that is on your invoice. I’m thinking that this may have been more common than you think. It’s strange that this...

I appreciate all the suggestions. I really like the 21st Century except for the upfront pricing ($185) and needing to purchase additional shell holders at $16.50 each). But looking at reviews for that one (which are very good) lead me down a rabbit hole where I come across the K&M which is...

Klipsch Quartets with Heresy’s on top. Good eye though.

Could that be mounted on a board and used sitting in your lap?

RCBS makes one that has a removable shell holder and one that is universal that will work for any shell up to 45-70. Which do you have?

I’m looking at getting a hand primer so I can spend priming time upstairs since I’m my wife’s caregiver. Which brand and model is your favorite, and why?

That’s a beauty! And nothing wrong with multiple hobbies!

The Mothers Mag and Chrome cleaner that you have will do the job just fine. Just go light and easy, doing a little at a time. The more black on the rag the more you’re taking off the gun, so take your time.