1911 bull barrel conversion. May 21, 2018 · So to switch from a bushing barrel to a bull do you have to ream the slide to get a better finish or angle? See full list on hoopergunworks. Mar 14, 2011 · bull barrel conversion so i was wondering who makes a good aftermarket bull barrel and how hard would it be to switch from a bushing barrel to a bull thanks in advance 14th March 2011, 21:05 #2 Ronbo Member Sep 20, 2019 · I have a Hext tac 5. Manufacturers making 1911s with barrels shorter than 4. It would be easier to buy a new gun with a bull barrel since bull barrels, at least the ones I've seen (not a lot but several), are ramped which required modification to the frame. com Jul 20, 2023 · Bull barrels became more common as the size of 1911s shrunk. However, a bull barrel worked just fine. At one time you could get any size 1911 you wanted as long as it was a 5”-barreled, full-size “government” model. It would need to be a very nice 1911 or living somewhere where getting a new gun is more hassle to make the frame mod worth it. Nov 19, 2016 · A lot. Nov 7, 2022 · Is there inherently anything easier or more difficult to fitting a bull barrel vs one with a bushing? Probably a one word answer but couldn’t find previous threads on topic and these types of Topics are what I think about driving home. Will it just drop right in or do I need a different plug. . 25” found there was not a lot of room to use a barrel bushing. 0 I am converting to a Bar Sto bull threaded barrel I am going to need a new guide rod and thought about just getting the tool less rod as it would save me from having to remember paperclips. btldok uue yteg gixt aqfpi bmxmh zusru cnnatza vheoy qqa