colt 1911 help

[rondog]

Man, don't destroy it! Bert did the legwork, and if the ATF is willing, then get it legal! Those old 1911's are priceless, don't turn that one into another paperweight! The worst the ATF would do is take it away from you, but if they'll make it legal for you, that would be awesome! Once you torch it, it's gone forever.

[kidicarus13]

I'm not sure what you're worried about legally. Give ATF a chance to help you get what you're looking for.

[Foxinator]

Well it's not the legality I'm worried about. Hell I have never even had a damn speeding ticket on My record. Because this gun means so much sentimentally, I would rather destroy the lower and find one that is legal rather than to chance giving it up the to the ATF.
Not only that, but I would not want to do anything that would risk My concealed carry or My Chances of owning SBR's and Suppresors on My AR's someday soon.
Sorry but it just is not worth it to Me to deal with it. Like I said, it's not about the money or it's value. I just like it and I want to be able to legally shoot it without drawing a red flag!!!
From what I see, lowers for this gun are pretty easy to find so sorry fellas. This one is history as soon as I get out into the shop this morning !!!

[BPTactical]

[BuffCyclist]

Well it's not the legality I'm worried about... Because this gun means so much sentimentally...
Sorry but it just is not worth it to Me to deal with it.

That's quite a shame you are going to destroy it because you are too intimidated by the BATF to call them up and explain the situation. Wouldn't it be much more satisfying to be shooting it in its original condition and not with a modern lower?

But at the end of the day, its your call. I think everyone here just doesn't want to see you do something to destroy it and then have regrets. I really wonder how many original Colt 1911's there are left in the world. If nothing else, throw it in the safe (or better yet an old trunk) and if the BATF ever comes knocking, say you forgot about it lol (that wont work, just trying to lighten the mood).

BPTactical did ALL of the leg work for you, all them up. If it is going to be too complicated for you to proceed after talking to them, then do what you want, but don't give up now without at least making one phone call.

[lifeon2]

Heck I'll buy it from you.

[BPTactical]

I am really confused on this one.
1- of great sentimental value but not hesitating to torch it?
2- want SBR's and suppressors but afraid to contact BATF?


As the old radio announcer said: "There's more to the story".............

[O2HeN2]

Unasked question: Has the serial number been obliterated, or does it appear to never have had one?

Reason I ask is my GF's Grandfather's Colt 1911 was manufactured in 1918* and has a serial number. It appears that serial numbers on Colt's go back to day zero. So I'd guess the serial number is obliterated, which may be a problem.

O2

* According to "Hallock's .45 Auto Handbook" -- an excellent reference that any 1911 aficionado should own!

[BPTactical]

Unasked question: Has the serial number been obliterated, or does it appear to never have had one?

Reason I ask is my GF's Grandfather's Colt 1911 was manufactured in 1918* and has a serial number. It appears that serial numbers on Colt's go back to day zero. So I'd guess the serial number is obliterated, which is a problem.

O2

* According to "Hallock's .45 Auto Handbook" -- an excellent reference that any 1911 aficionado should own!

Not really a problem, as long as a reasonable means is provided that it was not removed with criminal intent.
As explained, the BATF has a pretty painless process for assigning a new, BATF issued number.
I would not hesitate to use the process for a family heirloom.

I have found the BATF to be quite helpful when questions arise, and quite accommodating.
But then again I've nothing to hide.

[lifeon2]

My dealings with the BATF have all been smooth and painless.