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1911ForumGetting rid of Hammer/Grip Safety bite the hard way | 1911ForumWEBJul 29, 2017· I've found that a 1991 doesn't bite me due to the flat mainspring housing, but my Series 70 repros do thanks to the arched housing pushing my hand up into the Hammer Bite quick and dirty fixI needed a backup 45 for my steel matches, the MilImages of Supplier Hammer bite 1911 dakotafirearms.nethammer bite Hammer bite | 1911Forumjohn1911.comCuring Hammer Bite Circa 1985 | John1911.com Gun Blogthefirearmsforum.com1911a1 hammer bite | The Firearms Forum1911forum.comHammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. | 1911Forum1911forum.com1911 Hammer Bite | 1911ForumSee allSee all images1911ForumHammer Bite quick and dirty fix | 1911ForumWEBAug 31, 2020· I needed a backup 45 for my steel matches, the MilHammer Bites | 1911ForumWEBDec 29, 2021· Hammer Bites. All of my Colt Government Model pistols including my O1911ANVII (Tier IIIs) give me a hammer bite and I have been living with that. 1911 hammer bite problems1911 vintage hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bite fixsistema 1911 hammer bite repairis hammer bite real1911 hammer bite fix1911 forum hammer bitesMorePeople also search for1911 hammer bite problemssistema 1911 hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bite repair1911 vintage hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bite fixis hammer bite real Supplier hammer bite 19111911 hammer bite problems1911 vintage hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bitesistema 1911 hammer bite fixsistema 1911 hammer bite repairis hammer bite real1911 hammer bite fix1911 forum hammer bitesPaginationThe M1911 Pistols Organization Forums SiteHow to fix Hammer Bite - forum.m1911.orgWEBFeb 25, 2007R In fact, when I look at my grip on a 1911 I have a hard time understanding how I could ever get the web of my hand between the hammer and the grip safety. I'd be interested in seeing a picture of how somebody grips a 1911ForumHammer Bite With Mil-Spec? | 1911ForumWEBMar 22, 2003R 1911 Manufacturers. Springfield Armory. Hammer Bite With Mil-Spec? Jump to Latest 2K views 10 I'm looking at the SA Mil-Spec model but was wondering how many of you experience hammer bite with it? I had a Sistema Colt and it bit me until I put a commander hammer and beavertail on it.I'm really looking for just a no frills defensive 1911ForumHammer Bite on WWII GI | 1911ForumWEBFeb 6, 2005R I have never had a problem with hammer bite. On 1911's or Browning HP's. However, when I went to switch my GI hammer to a EMC wide spur I got bit hard. The hammer is a much more accurate look 1911ForumHammer bite | 1911ForumAccessWEBOct 13, 2021R I have a project pistol that is coming along nicely. 1911 Tisas “Tanker” 4.25” similar to .45 acp Combat Commander. GI style grip safety. Old style wide spur hammer. I am getting hammer bite. Only spur hammer gi style 1911 I have that bites. I don’t want to fit a beaver tail grip safety or bob the hammer.1911ForumHammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. | Page 3 | 1911ForumWEBFeb 17, 2023R 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Hammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. Jump to Latest 41 - 60 of 77 Posts. 1 3 of I took an angle grinder to to the hammer my KBI Hi-Power clone and that cured the hammer bite issue right away. Probably only took of 3/16" off the tip but the relief was immediate. Finish it with super fine file or sandpaper and re 1911Forum1911a1 Army hammer bite fixed I think | 1911ForumWEBAug 19, 2023R 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. 1911a1 Army hammer bite fixed I think. Jump to Latest Follow 3K I don’t get hammer bite on any of them but don’t understand why the shorter and slightly higher angled original would be better. Seems like it would be worse. Reactions: Levian and tiribulus. Save Share.1911ForumMil-Spec Hammer Bite: A Must? | Page 2 | 1911ForumWEBAug 11, 2009R 1911 Manufacturers. Springfield Armory. Mil-Spec Hammer Bite: A Must?The M1911 Pistols Organization Forums SiteHammer bite? - forum.m1911.orgWEBMar 19, 2008R My Rock Island 1911 which I got just a month ago. Is my first 1911 (Love at first sight). Before I bought one I searched the internet for all the info I could find on 1911's. One of the things people would mention is "Hammer bite" or the hammer pinching you on occasion. I haven't fired mine thousands of times yet but I can't see the hammer getting 1911ForumHammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. | Page 2 | 1911ForumWEBFeb 7, 2023R 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Hammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. Jump to Latest 220 pounds (gotta lose the excess). I get hammer bite on my arsenal reworked 1918 when I shoot it hight thumb. It has the vintage 1918 spur grip safety and a later narrow spur hammer and arched mainspring housing. Shooting low thumb I can feel the 1911ForumAge and 1911 hammer bite. | 1911ForumWEBJul 4, 2018R 1911 Manufacturers. Colt. Age and 1911 hammer bite. Jump to Latest 5K views 32 Funny how most of the early hammer-fired automatic pistols had issues with hammer bite 1911, Hi-Power, PPK, et cetera. Apparently back then either people tended to have smaller hands or else holding really low on the grip was SOP.1911Forum1911A1 Hammer Bite | 1911ForumWEBSep 25, 2008R While I don't shoot the older Colt any longer, I do shoot the Mil-Spec all the time, and I still get hammer bite, but sometimes you JUST have to go original, nostalgia I guess, or I'm just getting old lol. 1918 Colt 1911: No bite. 1924 Colt Government: Yes, bites HARD! 1943 Colt M1911A1: No bite. 1944 Remington Rand: Nips a little bit.1911ForumHammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. | Page 4 | 1911ForumWEBFeb 24, 2023R 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Hammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. Jump to Latest 61 - 77 of 77 Posts. 1 4 of 4 Go to page. Go. 4. M. Magnumite · Premium Member. Joined Oct 1, 2001 · 11,714 Posts while I have never had hammer bite, I just don't care for the bruise the grip safety on a A1 gives mewhen I bought my 1911A1 "Tanker" I did 1911ForumHas or would anyone bob the hammer on their 1911/1918 repro?WEBFeb 9, 2008R Would really like to get one, but get hammer bite from hell. Blood thinners, thin skin and RA deformed hands just add up to bloody pistols with no beavertails. My SM ACE even bites me on occasion. It's my only 1911 that is bone stock. A beavertail on the 1911/1918 is just out of the question, it would defeat the whole purpose of getting the repro.1911Forum1911 Hammer Bite | 1911ForumWEBFeb 19, 2023R If hammer bite wasn’t a real thing with 1911 pistols, the beaver tail grip safety would never have been invented. Personally, I have just trimmed 1/8” or so from the offending spur and went on with life. The 1927 Argentines hammer is known for this, as it is a very close copy of the 1911 hammer.Pagination1911Forum1911A1 Hammer Bite | 1911ForumSep 25, 2008· While I don't shoot the older Colt any longer, I do shoot the Mil-Spec all the time, and I still get hammer bite, but sometimes you JUST have to go original, nostalgia I guess, or I'm just getting old lol. 1918 Colt 1911: No Visit1911ForumHammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. | Page 4 | 1911ForumFeb 24, 2023· 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Hammer Bite with new Tisas 1911. Jump to Latest 61 - 77 of 77 Posts. 1 4 of 4 Go to page. Go. 4. M. Magnumite · Premium Member. Joined Oct 1, 2001 · 11,714 Posts while I have never 1911ForumHas or would anyone bob the hammer on their 1911/1918 repro?Feb 9, 2008· Would really like to get one, but get hammer bite from hell. Blood thinners, thin skin and RA deformed hands just add up to bloody pistols with no beavertails. My SM ACE even bites me on occasion. It's my only 1911 that is bone stock. A beavertail on the 1911/1918 is just out of the question, it would defeat the whole purpose of getting the repro.1911Forum1911 Hammer Bite | 1911ForumFeb 19, 2023· If hammer bite wasn’t a real thing with 1911 pistols, the beaver tail grip safety would never have been invented. Personally, I have just trimmed 1/8” or so from the offending spur and went on with life. The 1927 Argentines hammer is known for this, as it is a very close copy of the 1911 hammer.1911ForumWide Spur Hammer Bite | 1911ForumJun 24, 2023· 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas Wide Spur Hammer Bite. Jump to Latest 1K I got a nearly new 1911 A1 U.S. Army from a friend knowing full well that the wide spur hammer would bite me. The price was right and I liked the pistol, so I bought it. Now to solve the issue of hammer bite. My goal is to retain the wide spur look and eliminate the bite.1911ForumMy Tisas M1911A1 Army after 600 rounds | 1911ForumDec 20, 2023· The 2 most dramatic upgrades were the barrel bushing and Flat FPS. The stock extractor actually preformed great after following Steves tuning advice. I found that the sharp edge on the grip safety was causing bleeding and pain after 100 rounds. Some mistake this as hammer bite but in my case, it was the edge of the grip safety.1911ForumHammer bite--how many are truly affected and why?Dec 22, 2017· For me, "hammer bite" is, well, was, real. I started shooting 1911's back in the 60's with stock pistols - mostly Colts. My hand is medium size, not big & beefy, but taking any kind of a normal grip caused the web of skin between thumb & 1911ForumWhich has more "hammer bite" potential, 1911 - 1911ForumJan 27, 2007· 1911 Manufacturers. Colt. Which has more "hammer bite" potential, 1911 re-intro or 1911A1 re-intro? Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 14 of 14 Posts 1911Forum1911a1 Army hammer bite fixed I think | Page 2 | 1911ForumAug 22, 2023· Nice. You can tell from this comparison the original 1911 pistols were never meant to be fired high thumb. The 1911 evolving to the ‘modern technique’ can be seen in its modern configuration of a high hold grip safety and undercut or small radius behind the trigger guard.1911ForumRIA Hammer? | 1911ForumOct 7, 2018· 1911 Manufacturers. Rock Island Armory RIA Hammer? Jump to Latest Anyone know what the difference is between the RIA hammer and others? I have a put together 1911 A1 that I built years ago, and when I shoot it, I get hammer bite like you wouldn't believe. I have large hands and I know whats happening. I've tried different hammers with the 1911ForumGetting Ready To Pull The Trigger On A Tisas 1911 Service 45Mar , 2024· 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Getting Ready To Pull The Trigger On A Tisas 1911 Service 45. Jump to Latest 2K i have the Service Model, very nice 1911. hammer bite is dependent on your grip, not the gun. the gun comes with two mec-gar 8 round mags, and they are good quality an work well, even with Hollow points. 1911ForumHammer bite | 1911ForumMar 9, 2011· 1911 Manufacturers. Rock Island Armory. Hammer bite. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 10 of 10 Posts. P. PknPoPo · Registered. Joined Aug 23, 2010 · 67 Posts . Discussion Starter 1911ForumTIER III hammer bite | 1911ForumAug 3, 2023· 1911 Manufacturers. Colt. TIER III hammer bite. Jump to Latest 641 views 9 And don't forget, getting hammer bite is half the fun of shooting a WW1-pattern M1911. The Doughboys didn't have it any better.1911ForumHas or would anyone bob the hammer on their 1911/1918 repro?May 15, 2004· 1911 Manufacturers. Colt. Has or would anyone bob the hammer on their 1911/1918 repro? Change it. I never get "hammer bite" with any model of 1911. Bill Tidler Jr.We have long maintained that the only accessories that a 1911 needs are a trigger you can manage, sights that you can see and a dehorning job. That still goes.Pagination1911ForumGetting Ready To Pull The Trigger On A Tisas 1911 Service 45WEBMar , 2024· 1911 Manufacturers. Tisas. Getting Ready To Pull The Trigger On A Tisas 1911 Service 45. Jump to Latest 2K i have the Service Model, very nice 1911. hammer bite is dependent on your grip, not the gun. the gun comes with two mec[Updated 2023] 6 Tisas 1911 Problems WEBNov 16, 2023· Top Tisas 1911 Problems & Solutions 1. Hammer Bite Issue. The Tisas 1911 is designed for a high grip, which is generally good for control and accuracy. But here’s the catch: if you place your hand too high on that grip, you’re inviting the hammer to bite the webbing between your thumb and index finger.1911ForumMil Spec hammer | 1911ForumWEBAug 28, 2009· 1911 Manufacturers. Springfield Armory Mil Spec hammer. Jump to Latest 3K Would this be enough to stop the hammer bite? I've wanted to replace the hammer w/ one anyway, but can't justify spending the money just for looks. The beavertail saftey is a lot more expensive. THanks for any thoughts.The M1911 Pistols Organization Forums SiteFirst 1911, First Post, First Hammer BiteWEBMay 26, 2010· Hi Guys/Gals, On Saturday I purchased my first 1911, a deal I couldn't pass up at the Rose City Gun Show here in Portland, Oregon. It's the standard GI .45 in OD Green. Shot her today, and got the infamous hammer bite. had one FTFeed on the first mag, but no problems after that (sent 100 down range). Gotta tell ya, it's QUITE different 1911Forum1991 hammer bite? | 1911ForumWEBJun 22, 2015· We may earn a commission for products purchased through links on this page1911ForumIs it possible to incur hammer bite or slide rash on a beavertail 1911 WEBDec 28, 2023· I'm in agreement with all the above comments. I did get a hammer bite with my LW Commander when I first got it (the first 1911 I did extended range time with). I had an extended beaver installed and the bite went away. My hands are not huge, but I could see where a shooter with Pillsbury Doughboy hands and a d grip might get bit. My 1911ForumNew Agent with bobbed beavertail | 1911ForumWEBMar 6, 2011· 1911 Manufacturers. Colt. New Agent with bobbed beavertail. Jump to Latest Follow 7K views This practice now lead to a greater chance of a hammer bite. So the high beavertail grip safety was installed. Now with this newfangled grip on the pistol to hold the thumb safety from engaging, the grip safety suffered from full engagement due 1911 Firearm AddictsHammer bite mil spec | 1911 Firearm AddictsWEBMar 30, 2018· 1911Addicts is a forum community dedicated to 1911 enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about 1911 pistols a, optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories Was thinking of getting a mil spec and was wondering how much hammer bite there is with a spur hammer and grip safety? If so, do you have the hammer bobbed? Thanks . Redditr/1911 on Reddit: Preventing hammer bite?WEBDo you actually have true 1911 style hammer and spur or A1? I have a Colt series 70 which has the A1 style spur. I don't get real hammer bite, but if I shoot a lot of round (say 150) in one range session, I'll get a blister just from friction. Real hammer bite will hurt like hell as your hand is being pinched between two pieces of metal.The M1911 Pistols Organization Forums SiteHammer Bite - forum.m1911.orgWEBJul 1, 2006· Despite a lifetime of shooting handguns, I was new to .45s and 1911s until I recently bought a Colt Gold Cup. I am extremely impressed with this thing--its power, balance, accuracy, grip ergonomics, compactness. I was thinking about either using it for carry around my land in a fanny pack, or buying a second Colt for carry purposes, 1911ForumCommander(Ring) Hammer vs. Bobbing the HammerWEBJun 11, 2005· All right on my RIA 1911 I have a basic GI spur hammer and standard GI grip safety. I'm suffering from bad hammer bite, due to my large hands. I already tried gripping the gun lower down, but that only caused more problems. So, I'm trying to decide if I should have a gunsmith install a Commander-style hammer or if I should have my spur Pagination