Even though I still own several .44 magnum revolvers, they pretty much stay indoors while one or the other of my .460 Rowland conversions go with me out into the wilderness. Clark recommends sending in your slide if you doubt your ability to make the kit fit. I keep reading comments all over the internet about the heavy recoil and clearly those making such pronouncements are revealing they havent actually fired a .460 Rowland! Selling for $595 for the Stainless version and $660 for the Melonite version, it makes for a great buy in my opinion. I have also been shooting 45acp for a lot of target practice and havent had a single failure to feed issue even with the 460 Rowland spring. Externally, the Model 1 custom 1911 is the same size and weight as a Government 1911. The easily loaded magazine held seven rounds. The 275-grain bullet at 875 fps delivers even more serious stopping power while having felt recoil similar to a 10mm. To do this, Rowland went to a special strong cartridge case enough longer than a .45 ACP case that it will not chamber in a standard .45 Auto. We were hooked! Simply field strip your pistol, replace the upper end with your .50 GI Glock Conversion Unit, load your supplied 9 round magazine, and you are ready to take advantage of the most controllable 50 caliber round available. Currently wearing GI black grips, but willing to swap them out for the original tan/grey if desired. What makes this particular custom 1911 so special? As we prepared to press the trigger of the .50 GI on a live round for the first time, we didnt realize we were in for one of our finest surprises in many years of testing guns. It barely makes 500 lb-ft of KE, and the over-sized slug is rolling out the barrel even slower than does the .45 ACP. Our test gun was a Don Fisher-modified Norinco 1911. They are available in stainless, melonite, and cerakote. I found the kit a pleasure to work. Well, youre looking at it. Clark still offers their conversion which is what I have, and yes it is unforgiving of certain blunt nose shapes as the cost of having full chamber support, but part of that equation lies in the magazines chosen. THIS CONVERSION KIT WORKS FOR GLOCK 21/20/40/41, THIS KIT DOES NOT COME WITH THE GLOCK 21 FRAME. The Fisher Norinco did have a heavy, progressive .45-type spring, but it may not have been enough. Our test ammo came from Cor-Bon, the company that invented this caliber. To our joy, we could easily control it as easily as a .45. Careful fitting would improve feeding. They gave the poorest feeding of all. The four might go 1.5 to 2 inches, not at all bad. Shipping: $55.00 (Fixed Shipping Cost) Choose Options Caliber: Required 50 GI 50 GI w/ 45 Conversion (+$495) 45. Because the 50 GI is not in the magnum family, and because the round operations with such low pressure, you will be pleasantly surprised at how controllable a pistol platform firing 50 caliber rounds can be. The fact that it fits the G21 platform means that it has the potential for integration into the ranks of LE agencies that are already carrying the G21. --John Witherspoon, The Dominion of Providence Over the Passions of Men. Prices of ammunition range from $31-$51. The .460 conversion is also highly controllable and can be fired as fast as a non-compensated 1911 which is pretty fast! But does it make sense to try to turn a 1911 into a .44 Magnum? The reviews on all of Guncrafter's offerings are really impressive. Unlike another makers guns that lock so tightly they need hundreds of rounds to break in, the .50 GI was pleasant right from the start. PLEASE NOTE: Our 1911 conversion kits will NOT fit on the Springfield Armory 1911 Range Officer. The 50 GI launches 185-gr. Ruger Introduces Custom Shop Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor, Full Size Bobtailed 5 Government 1911 chambered in .50GI, 4140 Chrome-moly Frame and Slide Machined from Forgings, 5 416R Stainless Steel Heavy Match-Grade Bushingless Barrel Machined from Forgings (1:18 Twist), Hammer, Sear, and Disconnector Fully Machined from Tool Steel, Single Side Thumb Safety (left side) and High Sweep Grip Safety, Beveled Magazine Well for Improved Magazine changes, Front Strap and Integral Lanyard-Loop Mainspring Housing 20 LPI Carry, Fully Checkered OD/Gray Aluminum Grips with GI Logo, Two 7rd Magazines, Fully Fitted and Tuned in GI Logo Cordura Case, Flush Cut Slide Stop with Chamfered Frame. We were unable to shoot enough of this for accuracy purposes, abandoning it as thoroughly unsuitable for this test gun, so that information is missing from our test results. The Ultimate Review of Guncrafter Industries .50 GI Glock Conversion Slide! The end result on the target is something to behold, however. We're on the cover of American Handgunner! Not to mention very desirable. This was most noticeable with the 230-grain load. The end result is a longer delay before unlocking, with less energy imparted into the reciprocating mass. (You can get a revolver rechambered to .460, too.) A 1911 fitted with conversion weighs about the same as a short-barrel .44 magnum revolver not including the high-dollar exotic materials versions which only magnify all the negatives of magnum revolvers. With each shot the gun gave a loud bark and kicked sharply toward the sky. The Guncrafter Model No. Copyright 2023 Advantage Arms, Inc.. Powered by Miva, 3926 N. Schreiber Way Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815. Please: No Double-Stacks, Bull Barrels or Fully-Ramped barrels. Currently, Guncrafter Industries offers a variety of ammunition to include: 185gr. Designing a gun around a bullet is sort of like GE building the GAU-8/A Avenger Gatling Gun and then Fairchild Republic building the A-10 Warthog aircraft around it. We had massive failures to feed with the blunt, truncated-cone-shaped Nosler. There are two normal loads for the .50 GI, one with a 300-grain jacketed flat-point bullet at a nominal 700 fps (actually 712), and a 275-grain JHP at a nominal 875 (actually 890). (They also make barrels for several Glock models.) But, these .50GI rounds can be reloaded and there are dies available to reload. Our rounds landed exactly where we would have expected them to land with the .45 ACP. We experienced more recoil than with most .45 ACP loads. The case is larger in diameter to hold the .500-inch diameter bullet, while the full-up length of the .50 GI cartridge is the same as that of the .45 ACP, so converting Glocks is easy. Heavier bullets struck higher. Forgotten Weapons 621K views 4 years ago 1M views 1 year ago 1.8M views. Guncrafter Industries introduced two long slide 1911s to its pistol lineup: the Model No. After that I had no qualms selling off the Desert Eagle. 1, it costs the same to convert it to .50 GI. There was also a bushing, link, heavier slide and firing-pin springs, a two-piece guide rod for the 24-pound spring, and hanging out front, a big muzzle brake (your choice of blued or stainless). This is typically handloaded and I strongly suspect that aficionados of the 400 C-B are getting much better, more appreciated results. It is a very nice gun, and my understanding that they are just as custom as the Wilson or Nighthawk. Matt was there showcasing the owner and employees their custom 1911 chambered in .50GI. Although the .460 Rowland gave hotter results on paper, were not entirely comfortable with all that blast and kick from the 1911. Muzzle blast was considerable from all loads. There was nothing wrong with the barrel, just the caliber. This includes not only information about their purchase and use, but also the promotion of firearm safety and training. to try in the test gun. All our questions were answered to our satisfaction, and we were assured this will be the last barrel to leave the company with incorrect dimensions. The combination of bottleneck case and first-round stack gap causes the first round to be slammed hard into the frame ramp which is an almost head-on collision. We expected a nasty kick. The .50GI was intended primarily as a self-defense round but is still very versatile and can be loaded to higher or lower levels if desired. With this Glock Conversion matted to a Glock 20 frame, it just feels right. We got some of the two available types of ammo from G.I. *The conversion is NOT a firearm, and does not need to ship to an FFL. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. When talking muzzle brakes, everyone who has ever lined up behind a Barret .50 BMG rifle understands fully how absolutely vital and effective is that thing hanging off the barrel. For those who want a simple conversion that offers far more power from a slightly larger package than the normal 1911, the Rowland might just be for you. The Model 2 custom 1911 has all of the same great features of the Model 1, but also includes a full length rail, full length dust cover, and a monolithic slide. Even though this .50 caliber pistol round is quite bigger than a .45ACP, it kicked just like a .45ACP 1911. 1 .50 GI, $2895. Where I think this round would really prove useful is as a secondary weapon for a SWAT officer. Alright, that is how I liken the experience of handling a fully loaded Desert Eagle. This is due, in part, to the polymer construction of the Glock. The Glock Conversion might be more obtainable for me, since my wife carries a Glock G20 G4. This .50 definitely had authority that was unmistakable on target. Use the .50 GI magazine that is included. Guncrafter Industries 50 GI Conversion, $595. Nothing is, but more gun is almost always better. I braced myself expecting a real wrist splitter but instead got a fast impulse just a hairs breathe over that of a 230-grain .45ACP. sear and you may see what I mean. The Guncrafter Industries custom 1911s are actually inline with other custom 1911 manufacturers to include Nighthawk and Wilson Combat. We were out of time, or would have sent the barrel for correction. Ive always wanted to see a .50 caliber that could really be worked with by most average-sized folks. If you have any questions or doubts about your 1911, ask them.) As a result the blunt .50 caliber bullet has poor penetration due to its massive surface area. I dont really mess around with bench rests mostly because I really dont give a hoot about taking measurements and the like. 2022 EpicTactical. The 275-grain/900 fps load has a bit of snap to it, much like 230-grain +P loads in a .45. check out the. For shotgun ammunition, see Shotgun Ammunition Types. I was impressed that someone could actually take a weapon that I find to be perfect and actually improve upon it. We noted the complete lack of loose parts, and that the metalwork, finishing and fitting everywhere were absolutely first class. Per the ATF.gov website, that means, 1911 Hotrods: .400 Cor-Bon, .460 Rowland, and the .50 GI, Diamondback Sidekick DB0500A001 22 LR/22 WMR, Heritage Rough Rider Tactical Cowboy RR22B6-TH 22 LR/22 Magnum, SIG Sauer P938 Legion No. We found we could shoot the .460 Rowland Fisher/Norinco as fast and as accurately as we could with .45 ACP loads, thanks to the excellent Clark muzzle brake. We liked the idea, especially considering that the .50-GIs cartridges would not make the 1911 grip any bigger. Its a whale covered in Vaseline. The overall look was pure business, with olive-drab checkered aluminum grip panels contrasting nicely with the Parkerized steel. Guncrafter has cornered the market in 1911-style .50s. Folks, these .50 calibers really do hit that hard. Muzzle brakes can easily reduce felt recoil by over 70%, and if size were no object, a muzzle brake could reduce kick to zero! There is, we believe, a definite advantage to the .50 GIs big, heavy bullets, and its presented in a superb package. My first overall impression of this custom 1911 pistol was, hmm.another 1911. But when I put this pistol in my hand, that first impression went out the window. The installation required more than two hands. I stumbled across the Rock Island Armory GI .45 last week and was very impressed with it and the price. The SLM barrels Ive installed needed a lot of fitting and I no longer will even bother with them because they are so finicky to fit. Only when you look inside can you find the precisely engineered changes that allow this platform to fire the .50GI round. These conversions are *Gen. 4 / Stainless Steel Finish - Complete Pistols are IN STOCK and ready to ship* One nice touch was that the last few threads of the two-piece spring buffer required the use of an Allen wrench (included), with the idea of keeping all the parts of the gun together under severe and continued recoil. L-SWC (800fps), 275gr. Instead, after a few rounds, we tried a series of double taps with the .50. Then there is the fact that the .400 Corbon only really stands out with lighter bullets. All Rights Reserved. - YouTube Very detailed look at the .50gi cartridge, the glock conversion slide, and how guncrafter industries. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Our standard power factory round drives a 300gr. We tested with 165-grain JHP, 135-grain JHP, 135-grain PowRball, and with Blue and Silver Glaser Safety Slugs. Due to the larger caliber, the cartridge operates at relatively low pressure and has a long reloading life. SAAMI Accepts 30 Super Carry As New Standardized Cartridge, SHOT 2022: Federal Premium Announces 30 Super Carry Cartridge, My Shot is Off: How To Sight in a Gun and, Henry 45-70 Lever-Action Rifle Safety Recall, Connecticut Gun Laws 2023: Permit Requirements, Alabama Gun Laws 2023: Permit Requirements, Pricey Polymer Pistols: Buy the Heckler & Koch USP Expert 45. Each pistol is built by hand and backed with our Lifetime Satisfaction Assurance, as well as the best customer service in the industry. 1776, I wonder if you could buy a Thompson Contender barrel in 50GI? Now, I was really skeptical about this round for a number of reasons to include: availability of ammo, cost of ammo, and price of the handgun. Jacketed Hollow Point (875fps), and 300gr. The Clark website (www.clarkcustomguns.com) noted that Norincos like our test gun may require some minor fitting, but ours didnt. The standard features for the Model 1 include: You can select your custom options above. 4 chambered in .50 GI and the No Name Longslide chambered in 10 mm. The 275-grain load gave a touch more felt recoil, and did seem to have some muzzle flash, but in no way did we think either was objectionable. 4 is built. Solid Copper Hollow Point (1200fps), 230gr CHP Solid Copper Hollow Point (1000fps), 255gr. Contact Guncrafter Industries at (479) 665-2466 or email them at sales@guncrafterindustries.com, if you are in the market for a custom 1911 or any other questions you may have. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I would suspect that even if a home invader were wearing body armor this round would probably split his sternum and disrupt the hearts rhythm enough to possibly cause unconsciousness. The .50 GI is similar in power to the .45 ACP. After we examined our test gun, we felt that he had indeed done so, and felt the asking price (same for .50 GI or .45 ACP) was well justified, and in line with the best custom 1911s by other makers. Magnum Research made a name for itself with the Desert Eagle. It had significantly more power than the .45 ACP in an easily controlled package that was essentially the same size and weight as the one we thought was the ultimate self-defense handgun for many long years. Guncrafter Industries offers ammunition in 20rd boxes and the price is competitive, compared to other .50 caliber rounds. Reliable chambering was just not in the cartridges behavior at least not with the 1911 style feed characteristics. The Glock 21 coincidentally is a weapon that I know better than any other in the world. Cal pistol conversion is now available. These arent modified parts, they are hand-built from the ground up with the intention of giving the end user the ability to have 9+1 of .50 caliber rounds in your large frame Glock pistol. There were two slight bumps, one on each side of the link base. We had occasional failures to feed with all the ammo, but we attributed that to our hurried fitting, which gave a discontinuous ramp. The .460 Rowland was thoroughly workable, delivering much more power than the .45 ACP or the .400 Cor-Bon, and maybe even more real power than the .50 GI, though that is questionable if you get away from the calculator and into the real world. We stripped the gun and attempted to insert the Storm Lake .400 CB barrel. *The pistols in the pictures may have been customized with other options, and are therefore different than the standard model. They are available in stainless, melonite, and cerakote. The Glock 21 bucks in my hand with a fast, sharp recoil. We think Guncrafter Industries headman Alex Zimmerman is onto something with his .50 GI. Yeah, thats a tall order. For those who would love to have the bragging rights of shooting .50 caliber on a more modest budget, Guncrafter also makes a conversion kit for the Glock 20/21 and 40/41 pistols. If you already own a Guncrafter .45 ACP Model No. We didnt much like the 135-grain JHP loads because we could feel them battering the slide. Some of these varieties include: Sights: Fiber Optic Front Gold Bead Front Brass Bead Front (There may be some floating around out there, and if you mill away the extra metal they can be made to work.) The overall size of this 5 Government 1911 feels just like a normal .45ACP 1911, but with a bigger opening at the end of the barrel. I received a call sunday from a shooting buddy, inviting me out to his range to shoot his new 50 GI conversion he bought for his Glock 21. I take in a deep breath, steady my sights on the steel silhouette and squeeze off a round. Its nothing you cant handle, though. Instead, we ground away the rear of the barrel (not the shroud) almost as far as was needed, and then fitted it to the gun by hand.
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