Rock Island Ultra FS 10MM

[DadSmith]

My late arrival Christmas gift from my son.
I field stripped it cleaned it up, and lubed it. Have not shot it yet. I have around 200 light 10mm rds I'll start with because I want the brass that should give it a little break in. I've got a 22lb recoil spring ordered. Want to replace it before going with full power 10mm rds.
I'll give updates on this firearm as I go. If you have any recommendations for shooting full power 10mm in this let me know.

 

[DadSmith]

My 1791 Signature Brown BH1 holster came in today I've been working with it. I used wax paper to help with the break-in. Wax paper works good. I also adjusted the over travel on the trigger. Hopefully Monday I can run a few hundred rds through it help break-in the pistol and holster.

 

[Ghostface]

I admit I’ve been tempted to buy one of these, keep us posted on how it holds up.

 

[92FSTech]

I've been wanting to customize a 1911 for a while now, and also have been wanting to try 10mm. I've eyed these as an option, but so far have not had the chance to handle one in person. Please let us know how it shoots!

 

[foszoe]

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My 1791 Signature Brown BH1 holster came in today I've been working with it. I used wax paper to help with the break-in. Wax paper works good. I also adjusted the over travel on the trigger. Hopefully Monday I can run a few hundred rds through it help break-in the pistol and holster.

What does the wax paper do for you? I have always rubbed in neatsfoot oil because that was how we broke in baseball gloves as a kid.

 

[DadSmith]

What does the wax paper do for you? I have always rubbed in neatsfoot oil because that was how we broke in baseball gloves as a kid.

When you are twisting your firearm inside it keeps it from messing with the finish and helps in rotation. After that I leave it in my holster with firearm for about 30 minutes and check again to see if it's too tight, and if it is I repeat the process. I use lanolin on the outside of my holster. I probably should use it inside also but it takes awhile for it to soak in. Right now I'm wanting to break in my firearm after that's done I'll put lanolin inside and out let it set awhile by the wood stove. Seems to help it soak in better.

 

[walt o]

I am in the process of having one of my 40 s&w chiefs specials converted to 10 mm. Having the work done by a gun smith on the S&W forum,he also converts the 40 mags to 10 mm.
It should be a hand full when done

 

[DadSmith]

I am in the process of having one of my 40 s&w chiefs specials converted to 10 mm. Having the work done by a gun smith on the S&W forum,he also converts the 40 mags to 10 mm.
It should be a hand full when done

Definitely show pictures when it's done .

 

[churchmouse]

I have no direct experience with these so anything I can offer is based from dealing with the 45 ACP platforms.

The 22lb spring is a start. Changing the firing pin block out for a flat bottom piece over a ramped one will tame the recoil a bit more.

Keep us apprised please.

 

[DadSmith]

I have no direct experience with these so anything I can offer is based from dealing with the 45 ACP platforms.

The 22lb spring is a start. Changing the firing pin block out for a flat bottom piece over a ramped one will tame the recoil a bit more.

Keep us apprised please.

Thanks will get that ordered in as well. Will the firing pin block need hand fitted? Would Wilson combat made be the way to go? My 22lb recoil spring is WC. I've seen recommendations for EWG as well.

 

[walt o]

When it is done it will look like any other 40 cal . chiefs special.
No outward changes.

 

[mcapo]

I am in the process of having one of my 40 s&w chiefs specials converted to 10 mm. Having the work done by a gun smith on the S&W forum,he also converts the 40 mags to 10 mm.
It should be a hand full when done

You can also use CS45 magazines.

 

[churchmouse]

Thanks will get that ordered in as well. Will the firing pin block need hand fitted? Would Wilson combat made be the way to go? My 22lb recoil spring is WC. I've seen recommendations for EWG as well.

Any FPB should work and some need to be fit up.

 

[DadSmith]

Any FPB should work and some need to be fit up.

I ordered a stainless WC

 

[Chewie]

I admit I’ve been tempted to buy one of these, keep us posted on how it holds up.

I've had one for a few years now and after a little over 1k reloads ( hotter than common store stuff but not full bore) and had zero issues. Only complaint is chasing empty brass into the next county.

 

[churchmouse]

I've had one for a few years now and after a little over 1k reloads ( hotter than common store stuff but not full bore) and had zero issues. Only complaint is chasing empty brass into the next county.

Step up on the recoil spring to a 22#

 

[Chewie]

Step up on the recoil spring to a 22#

Yep, it's on my to do list. Its slowly moving up the list, about number 49 behind the wife's priorities. Lol.

 

[SS 396]

nice! you will enjoy it I love the 10mm round

 

[KokomoDave]

I have a large allotment of 10mm that needs sent down range by something like this! Very nice!!

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

I just saw this in the PSA Daily Deals today if anyone's interested: