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todd51 · 02-16-2010, 04:29 PM

What are the pros and cons of using a full length guide rod in a Colt 1911 style pistol?

I have a Colt Mk IV Series 70 that I shoot frequently, mostly with target loads. I also have a Wilson full length guide rod and plug. I have not used it mainly because of the necessity of using a bushing wrench. However if the advantages of the full length rod are worth it the use of the wrench is not that big a deal. Does the full length rod have advantages with different power level loadings? If you were me would you use it or leave well enough alone?

Todd

02-16-2010, 04:29 PM	#1
todd51 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Central, Ohio Contributor Posts: 2,572	Full lenght guide rod, pros/cons? What are the pros and cons of using a full length guide rod in a Colt 1911 style pistol? I have a Colt Mk IV Series 70 that I shoot frequently, mostly with target loads. I also have a Wilson full length guide rod and plug. I have not used it mainly because of the necessity of using a bushing wrench. However if the advantages of the full length rod are worth it the use of the wrench is not that big a deal. Does the full length rod have advantages with different power level loadings? If you were me would you use it or leave well enough alone? Todd __________________ Retired Praefectus Vigilum NRA Endowment Member -->