1918 Swiss 1911 Value (with stock crack\with out stock crack)

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03-13-2016, 01:57 AM
EddieB

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1918 Swiss 1911 Value (with stock crack\with out stock crack)

I have ALREADY purchased this gun, but when I did so I had not noticed the crack in the stock at the tang. After cleaning the dirt and crime I noticed the crack (I feel stupid for not noticing it). I have fired the gun and MAN does it shoot nice. Love the gun. My question is what is the general consensus about the value of the gun? Both with the crack and with out.

It is and all matching gun and the blueing is 95% (at least).

Any suggestion about what (or what NOT to do) are greatly appreciated. My plan right now (1st is to get more GP11, because I am out) is to leave the gun as is, didn't get worst after shooting. I believe that maybe the gun was fired with VERY loose action screws (they were loose when I checked them) an that is what caused the issue.

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03-13-2016, 08:54 AM
Aragorn243

In my area, a nice 1911 goes for around $400. I don't know what affect the crack may have on that value.

Having seen some of the training films of Swiss troops, the crack probably came from that, not shooting. They used the rifles as "lifts" over obstacles. One guy on each end the third stepping on the rifle and being lifted/thrown up and over.
03-13-2016, 11:32 AM
EddieB

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Originally Posted by Aragorn243

In my area, a nice 1911 goes for around $400. I don't know what affect the crack may have on that value.

Having seen some of the training films of Swiss troops, the crack probably came from that, not shooting. They used the rifles as "lifts" over obstacles. One guy on each end the third stepping on the rifle and being lifted/thrown up and over.

Thanks for the price check and info. I wish this gun hadn't been used as a "step", she sure is pretty and shoots great.
03-13-2016, 09:49 PM
Eaglelord17

The Swiss 1911, is likely my favourite rifle, and guaranteed to be my favourite Swiss rifle. Unfortunately I don't know about the crack, however it does look to be a excellent find.
03-13-2016, 09:56 PM
EddieB

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Originally Posted by Eaglelord17

The Swiss 1911, is likely my favourite rifle, and guaranteed to be my favourite Swiss rifle. Unfortunately I don't know about the crack, however it does look to be a excellent find.

I have to agree with you there Eaglelord17, after shooting it, it has become one of my favorites. VERY smooth and accurate. Now I just have to find some ammo :)
03-13-2016, 11:33 PM
Aragorn243

Ammo has gotten tough real fast. A year ago it was everywhere, now hard to find. Privi is still making it but it's not the same as the GP-11.

I've never actually fired my 1911 yet. I have fired my K11 which is a shortened version of it and I found that to be just as nice as my K31. My 1911 has a numbers matching bayonet.
03-14-2016, 12:07 AM
EddieB

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Originally Posted by Aragorn243

Ammo has gotten tough real fast. A year ago it was everywhere, now hard to find. Privi is still making it but it's not the same as the GP-11.

I've never actually fired my 1911 yet. I have fired my K11 which is a shortened version of it and I found that to be just as nice as my K31. My 1911 has a numbers matching bayonet.

Nice. Would LOVE to have the matching bayonet! I think the my 1911 is more accurate then both my K31s
03-14-2016, 04:01 PM
Aragorn243

For the average shooter it probably is more accurate based on the greater length between the front and rear sight along with the longer barrel. Plus the greater weight stabilizes it.