To Bob or not to Bob
 

I've been working on my project gun (in between holsters, of course) - a Springfield 5" Mil-Spec. I've replaced the trigger group and am working on checkering the front strap.

I know that Clyde's Black Ops is bobbed, and I like my DW CBOB. My question is, while I'm at it should I bob it? I don't mind the grip now with the humped MSH.

What are the thoughts of the experts here?

Lane

I vote to leave it as is!!!:)

Easier to resell an unmolested 1911 and the bob is just a passing fad that will soon disappear!!:D

OK guys and gals you can jump on me know!!!!:D

I'm not an expert, but I won't hesitate to share my opinion... :) I think you should do whatever it is that makes you smile when you pick up the pistol. Arched, arched with relief, flat, bobbed, rounded corner...do what feels satisfying to you.


Randall

I like bobbed pistols. "fad" or not. I have several bobbed full sized and Cbobs and love them all. The bob sure helps in concealment. I also find them more comfortable to wear.


Auto Mag: :mob:

:D:D I knew it was coming!!!:D

I have no idea what this means... :confused:

When you go to sell, that is if you ever sell it I think it is easier to sell a gun that has not been converted, such as being bobbed, new sights etc. If I was buying a 1911 that has been modified and not a factory job I would want to know who did it and if it was done correctly!! :)

You might have missed my sarcasm - I understand your point completely. I for one would be very Leary of buying a gun from a do it yourselfer. Especially after you read my other thread. :-)

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I got you Lane.:)

I just wanted to make sure that I was not being clear!!:)

It is a sacrilege to attempt to resell your pistol. The pistol MUST remain with you forever. Trust me on this. I know. (chuckling)
DaFadda

I agree with a few of our Members:

1) Makes it easier to Conceal
2) All guns need to be left to your son or daughter
3) And it laos makes it your own..........


Clyde

But you all know good and well that does not happen!!!:D:D

I know all too well myself!

Lane,

It's your gun do what makes you happy. Are you going to carry it?
If yes, BOB it.:eek:

Remember you get to build one in September.:) Lucky dog.:p

Greg

I agree go ahead and bob it, I just bought a new Colt XSE Lightweight Commander fired nine rounds through it then tore it down and bobbed it, next is off to the smith for some other nice touches.:)

Yeah, your post kind of got me going on this again. BTW - if you want some tips on do it yourself trigger jobs I'm your guy. :-)


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If you already have a bobbed .45 you only need one to carry but I bobbed my Defender Plus after buying my CBOB and am thinking about my DW 5" 10mm next..
Needless to say I really like them..

I'm not doing the trigger job myself I will let the Smith do that.:D I did order an EGW Ultimate Trigger Kit and will have a Fusion Firearms Carbon Fiber & Titanium trigger put in. I also have a Titanium mainspring cap & hammer strut on order.