Post by guitarman on Jan 7, 2023 10:59:33 GMT
I've fairly recently bought an early KWC TFW 1911 and despite its near mint condition, set about giving it a 'battlefield/distressed' makeover. It's turned out quite well and for some odd reason, I decided that I'd quite like a set of inert, 45 ACP bullets to keep it company, so to speak. Over on the AGF, member Andy J (who's also a member on here, but I don't know his username!) advised me of some possible suppliers and I was soon in possession of 8, shiny brass shells.
I then thought it would be a nice touch to have a 1911 magazine that they could be loaded into. Once again, Andy was able to offer some advice, but unfortunately, none of the sources stocked 'dummy' mags that could actually be loaded. More searching, revealed that Brownells USA had real steel, working 1911 mags in stock and that they could be ordered via their UK operation. Anyway, I went ahead and placed my order and despite Christmas, it duly arrived within the time stated, all customs fees, duties etc., paid and all for just £5.99 carriage.
I'm now going to proceed to give the mag. a similarly worn finish to the pistol. Just a bit of fun and a realistic prop. for photography.
I then thought it would be a nice touch to have a 1911 magazine that they could be loaded into. Once again, Andy was able to offer some advice, but unfortunately, none of the sources stocked 'dummy' mags that could actually be loaded. More searching, revealed that Brownells USA had real steel, working 1911 mags in stock and that they could be ordered via their UK operation. Anyway, I went ahead and placed my order and despite Christmas, it duly arrived within the time stated, all customs fees, duties etc., paid and all for just £5.99 carriage.
I'm now going to proceed to give the mag. a similarly worn finish to the pistol. Just a bit of fun and a realistic prop. for photography.
