Manufactured by Brownells, the 1911 Slide Fitting Bar .118″ (2.9972mm) is precision-ground to +.0000″/–.0005″ tolerances and measures 4″ long by 1″ wide. Constructed from stainless steel with heat treatment, it delivers the accuracy required for professional gunsmithing work.
This slide fitting bar is the preferred choice among agency armorers and top pistolsmiths for eliminating vertical slide “play” in the 1911 Auto and its variations. The fitting process involves measuring the slide rail thickness, positioning the bar in the frame’s “way,” and using a light hammer to tap the frame rail until the “way” space aligns with the slide rail thickness. Though this approach takes more time than expedient alternatives, it produces an infinitely more accurate and professional result.
This individual .118″ fitting bar works with 1911 Government, Commander, and Officers models, making it suitable for gunsmiths who maintain other thickness variants or are assembling a custom set. Complete instructions accompany the tool to guide proper use and ensure optimal results in your gunsmithing projects.
