Slug

[ncbearman]

Noob question.

Would it make sense for me to slug my 1911 before buying a sizer die or will I be ok going by spec (.451)? It has a brand new SA barrel.

[gray wolf]

Slug it to make sure, I detect a little apprehension about slugging the bore.
It's not difficult to do and once it's done you know for sure.
OR, you can get a .452 die and hope it works, chances are it will.

[bruce381]

if not sizing then get a .452 die bigger will be best without knowing, but all my 1911's shoot .452

[littlejack]

ncbearman:
Welcome to the CastBoolits.
Slug your bore for effect. It's easy and good practice. Clean well beforehand and oil lightly.
I load and shoot .452 in my Taurus.
Jack

[ncbearman]

Thanks gentlemen. I appreciate the advice. It's always good to talk to someone who knows more than me. I will slug.

[Lizard333]

I agree slug, but...........

The chances are very good, probly 99%, that the 452 sizing die will do just fine.

[MtGun44]

Same, same. You have a good chance if you just use .452 in .45 ACP.

Bill

[WHITETAIL]

Go to the fishing store and get a barrel sinker.
Just make sure it is lead and not zink.
Clean your barrel and put a little lube
In the barrel before you start.
Then use a wooden dowel and you should
be OK.:guntootsmiley:

[ncbearman]

Thanks again for all your advice. .452 it was, how bout that.