Fitment Guide/ FAQ
1911 Size Guide: Will this fit my gun?
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Government 1911's (5 inch barrel) |
Commander 1911's (4.25 inch barrel) |
Compact/Officer 1911's (4 inch or shorter barrel) |
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| Full Size Grips | YES | YES | NO |
| Compact Grips | NO | NO | YES |
| Full Size Compensators | YES | NO | NO |
| Commander Compensators | YES | YES | NO |
*Our compensators replace the barrel bushing. If you have a bull barrel or ramped barrel our compensators will not install.
Government Size 1911's have 5 inch barrels and full size frames. A Government 1911 requires full size grips. The barrel bushing is full size and will accept full size compensators as well as commander size compensators.
Commander Size 1911's have 4.25 inch barrels and full size frames. A Commander size 1911 requires full size grips. The barrel bushing is shorter than a full size Government model so you will need to purchase a Commander size compensator.
- Government/Commander grip measurements: The distance between the screw holes, center-to-center is 78 mm or approximately 3 1/16 inches.
Compact/Officer 1911's usually have barrel lengths around 4 inches or shorter. Only Officer/Compact grips will fit. We do not make compensators for this size because they usually do not have barrel bushings
- Compact/Officer grip Measurements: The distance between the screw holes is approximately 2 5/8 inches.
*Other barrel lengths and non-standard 1911's do exist. To find out if an item will fit your 1911 you can find the relevant measurements in the product descriptions.
Barrel Types:
A Bushing barrel has a barrel bushing. The barrel bushing's purpose is to support the front of the barrel in the slide and provide a bearing surface for the slide to traverse the barrel during the recoil cycle. Our 1911 compensators replace the barrel bushing.
A Bull Barrel or Ramped Barrel does not have a barrel bushing. Instead, the end of the barrel is thicker to provide the same function of a barrel bushing without needing the extra piece. If you have a bull barrel you will not be able to install a barrel bushing style compensator.
What is the Recessed Ambi Safety cut?/Do I need this cut?
The recessed ambi cut is a notch cut into the back side of the right grip panel. It leaves clearance for an ambi safety leg some 1911's have which sits under the grip. If you take off your stock grips and the back sides (that sit flush against the gun) are completely smooth then you do not need this cut. If you do need this cut we will add it for no additional cost. Just put "ambi cut" in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELLER box when you checkout.
What are the most common fitment issues I may encounter when installing an after market compensator?
- Some buyers may find that they need to modify the locking lug on the compensator if the fit is too tight. If you are comfortable making modifications yourself you can usually do so with either a dremel or fine grit sandpaper. If not we recommend consulting a gunsmith.
- If your stock spring plug is longer than 1.2" it will most likely not depress down far enough to install the compensator. In that case we recommend that you use a Valkyrie Dynamics spring plug, Commander spring plug, or shorten your stock spring plug.
Why do you recommend a Valkyrie Dynamics/ Commander spring plug to install the compensator?
We recommend our spring plug or a Commander spring plug because some Government 1911's have spring plugs that are too long to depress down all the way when installing the compensator. If your plug is too long you will not be able to rotate the comp into place. This is not the case for every buyer and if your spring plug is around 1.2" you should be fine. We recommend it just to insure the fit but if your spring plug does not interfere with the install then you do not need to do anything.
***Free Valkyrie Dynamics Spring Plug included with full size combos!
How do I remove the compensator?
Please visit the install/removal page by clicking HERE.
Will I need to use different screws or bushings with your grips?
You can purchase our grip screws by clicking HERE or as an add on item when you purchase a pair of our 1911 grips. You should also be able to use your stock grips screws.
How thick are the 1911 grips? Can I install them on my double stack?
The 1911 grips are .22 inches thick. Slightly slimmer than what is considered standard thickness but will not replace double stack grips.
Match Grade VS After Market?
Match grade usually means hand fit. Basically that your barrel and slide have the tightest possible tolerances. An after market part is a part made to the closest universal specs to fit the most models. An after market part is not guaranteed to fit a match grade barrel 100% perfectly with zero fitting simply because the part was not custom made for your firearm. We try to get as close to a universal fit as possible but unfortunately not all 1911's are exactly the same.
Will this fit a 10mm and 9mm?
yes.
Will this fit a Springfield loaded / two piece guide rod
yes just install the threaded piece last
why haven't you shipped yet!!!!
we are not amazon and work 6-5pm Monday thru Friday. If you order Saturday night and email us why haven't you shipped yet Sunday morning, we will ship Monday morning.
Can i Call you?
Best way to reach us is by email
Barrel Bushing
If you 1911 has a barrel bushing our comps will fit.
Our comps do not ship with barrel bushings,
If your spring cap is longer than 1 inch you will need our spring cap
THREADED BARREL
Yes it will fit but the threading will block the porting.
Here Is short fit list, there are many not on the list. IF IT HAS A BARREL BUSHING IT WILL FIT
Smith & Wesson Performance Center 1911
Springfield Armory 1911 Loaded
Springfield Armory 1911 Range Officer Elite Operator
Springfield Armory 1911 Ronin Operator
Springfield Armory EMP 1911
Springfield Armory TRP 1911
STI Lawman 1911
STI Trojan 1911
Taurus 1911
Taurus PT1911
Tisas Regent BR9 1911
Tisas Regent CC45 1911
Tisas Regent R100 1911
Tisas Regent R45 1911
Tisas Regent TR1 1911
Tisas Zig M1911 1911
Tripp Research 1911
Turnbull Manufacturing 1911
Walther 1911
Wilson Combat Classic Supergrade 1911
Wilson Combat CQB Elite 1911
Wilson Combat EDC X9S 1911
Wilson Combat Hackathorn Special 1911
Wilson Combat Protector 1911
Wilson Combat Super Sentinel 1911
Wilson Combat Ultralight Carry Sentinel 1911
Wilson Combat X-TAC Elite 1911
Zenith Firearms Elite 1911
ATI FX45 1911 Military
ATI FX45 1911 Titan
ATI FX45 GI 1911
ATI FX45 Thunderbolt 1911
ATI GSG 1911
ATI Titan 1911
Auto-Ordnance 1911PKZSE
Cabot Guns Icon Government 1911
Cabot Guns Jones Deluxe 1911
Charles Daly EFS 1911
Charles Daly Empire Grade 1911
Charles Daly Superior Grade 1911
Citadel 1911-A1 FS
Citadel 1911-A1FS Tac
Colt Custom Competition 1911
Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911
Colt Lightweight Commander XSE 1911
CZ Dan Wesson Mayhem 1911
CZ-USA Dan Wesson Discretion 1911
Dan Wesson Discretion 1911
Dan Wesson Guardian 1911
Dan Wesson Kodiak 1911
Dan Wesson Mayhem 1911
Dan Wesson Specialist 1911
Dan Wesson Valor 1911
Dan Wesson V-BOB 1911
Ed Brown Executive Carry 1911
Ed Brown Special Forces 1911
Ed Brown Special Forces SR 1911
Ed Brown Supergrade 1911
Ed Brown Tracker 1911
EAA Witness Elite Limited Custom 1911
Guncrafter Industries 50GI 1911
Guncrafter Industries CCO 1911
Guncrafter Industries Frag Elite 1911
Guncrafter Industries No Name Recon 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN BBQ 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN CCO 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN Heavy 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN No-Likey 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN Supergrade 1911
Guncrafter Industries NN4 1911
Guncrafter Industries Operator 1911
Guncrafter Industries Supergrade 1911
Iver Johnson Eagle XL 1911
Iver Johnson Eagle XL-10 1911
Kimber 1911 Custom II
Kimber 1911 Custom TLE II
Kimber 1911 Pro Carry II
Kimber 1911 Stainless II
Kimber 1911 Super Carry Custom
Kimber Warrior SOC 1911
Les Baer Custom 1911
Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911
Nighthawk Custom 1911
Para Ordnance Black Ops 1911
Para Ordnance Elite 1911
ra Ordnance Expert 1911
Para Ordnance GI Expert 1911
Para Ordnance LTC Tactical 1911
Para Ordnance Nite-Tac 1911
Para Ordnance Tac Four 1911
Remington 1911 R1
Remington R1 Carry 1911
Remington R1 Enhanced 1911
Remington R1 Stainless 1911
Ruger SR1911
Sig Sauer 1911 Emperor Scorpion
Sig Sauer 1911 Max
Sig Sauer 1911 Spartan
Sig Sauer 1911 Traditional Match Elite
Sig Sauer 1911 Ultra Compact
Smith & Wesson 1911 E-Series
Smith & Wesson 1911 PD
Smith & Wesson M1911
Springfield Armory 1911 EMP4
Springfield Armory 1911 TRP Operator
Springfield Armory 1911-A1 Mil-Spec
Springfield Armory 1911-A1 Loaded
Springfield Armory Range Officer Elite Champion
STI Guardian 1911
STI Spartan 1911
STI Trojan 5.0 1911
Taurus 1911FS
Taurus 1911SS
Taurus PT1911AR
Taurus PT1911B-1
Taurus PT1911DT
Taurus PT1911FS
Tisas Regent BR9 SS 1911
Tisas Regent R100 SS 1911
Tisas Regent TR1 SS 1911
Tisas Zig M1911 Stainless 1911
Tripp Research Cobra Carry 1911
Tripp Research Professional 1911
Turnbull Manufacturing Classic 1911
Turnbull Manufacturing Heritage 1911
Turnbull Manufacturing Rendition 1911
Walther PPQ 1911
Wilson Combat CQB 1911
Wilson Combat EDC X9L 1911
Wilson Combat EDC X9R 1911
Wilson Combat Sentinel Compact 1911
Zenith Firearms Custom 1911