Stealth Arms 80% 1911 No Mill Needed w/ Promo Code

mhemling33 · Feb 21, 2015

StealthArms.net

Promo Code for 10% MDStealth16

Along with 10% off they will give free shipping on orders over $300!

I have already purchased a phantom jig, frame, and test frame. They have been shipped and I will keep everyone posted about my build.

For those of you who purchased the AR15 80% kits from me, you might remember that they were Stealth Arms kits. The other week I noticed that they had started selling the 1911 frames so I contacted them to find out more info. Since I have been stubborn about getting my HQL I haven't purchased a handgun for awhile now, so this would be great.

The first thing I asked about was what finishing them entailed, since I don't own a mill I was worried that it was out of my capabilities. Apparently they have figured out a way to finish them with basically a vise and a drill.
It's called The Phantom Jig and the best part is..... NO MILL NEEDED!!!

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They offer a test frame which is a frame that wasn't perfect so they didn't want to sell it. This allows you to do a practice run before you use your good frame. They only have a limited number of these since they didn't create them on purpose. For $20 I think it is well worth it to grab one to practice.

Here are some details that I pulled off their website about the frames.

Our classic Government Model frame is CNC machined from an initial block of heat treated 7000 series billet aluminum.

Our 1911 80% frame utilizes tighter tolerances on all critical surfaces, allowing the fit and finish you expect from Stealth Arms parts.

The rails are slightly oversized to allow for proper fitting with the slide.

We offer the best of class aluminum frames which calculates out to roughly 60% lighter than comparable steel models, making this an obvious choice for a concealed carry piece.

Stealth Arms is also in the process of making a 1911 parts kit to finish the gun. They don't have a price at the moment but they estimate that they will have them for sale in March.

Here is my first build

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foodpoison · Feb 21, 2015

will be keeping an eye on this thread

Fox123 · Feb 21, 2015

Will keep an eye out, frame parts in kit form are few and far between, and buying piece by piece gets expensive quickly.

amoebicmagician · Feb 21, 2015

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mhemling33 · Feb 21, 2015

Fox123 said:
Will keep an eye out, frame parts in kit form are few and far between, and buying piece by piece gets expensive quickly.

Yeah I quickly noticed that there really isn't a readily available parts kit for 1911's. That is why I got excited when they said that they are in the process of making the complete parts kit. They said that early March they should have them ready for sale so that would be perfect.

I was able to purchase the parts from a buddy of mine so I'll be able to test the frame out fully. Then when they get their parts kits ready i'll be ordering another frame along with a kit.

drewhall · Feb 21, 2015

Got me interested. Anything I can build on my own I'll try at least twice!

Mt Airy · Feb 21, 2015

aluminum frames is that what you want ??

My choice is Forged and machined carbon steel .

montoya32 · Feb 21, 2015

Mtairy Biker said:
aluminum frames is that what you want ??

My choice is Forged and machined carbon steel .

Two of my favorite 1911s have alloy frames. My S&W E series 1911 and my Springfield EMP.

IMO, billet aluminum should be good to go.

mhemling33 · Feb 21, 2015

Mtairy Biker said:
aluminum frames is that what you want ??

My choice is Forged and machined carbon steel .

I also questioned using an aluminum frame and apparently they have one gun with over 20,000 rounds through it and it is still going strong with no issues. I too would rather have a steel frame, but in 80% form that may be hard to finish and even harder to find.

Since I don't have to get my HQL and I can build the gun myself (take pride in it), I'll take the aluminum frame.

dontpanic · Feb 21, 2015

mhemling33 said:
Yeah I quickly noticed that there really isn't a readily available parts kit for 1911's. That is why I got excited when they said that they are in the process of making the complete parts kit. They said that early March they should have them ready for sale so that would be perfect.

I was able to purchase the parts from a buddy of mine so I'll be able to test the frame out fully. Then when they get their parts kits ready i'll be ordering another frame along with a kit.

Sarco usually has 1911 parts kits. RIA I believe. There are usually take offs on Gunbroker as well

I really like building my own firearms. Might have to get one of these.

DC-W · Feb 21, 2015

I'm not a 1911 guy, but this can change that

mhemling33 · Feb 21, 2015

dontpanic said:
Sarco usually has 1911 parts kits. RIA I believe. There are usually take offs on Gunbroker as well

I was looking at Sarco's site and they are all out of stock, I sent an email and I am waiting for a reply. I couldn't find anyone selling RIA kits or even listing them. There are probably plenty of people on here that have enough extra parts to build one right now lol.

shubin6 · Feb 21, 2015

It seems that the Phantom Jig would work on an aluminum frame only?

mhemling33 · Feb 21, 2015

shubin6 said:
It seems that the Phantom Jig would work on an aluminum frame only?

I am not sure, i'll ask them. My guess is you will either need different cutters or it will dull them quickly; Also it might take a little longer. I don't know where you would get an 80% 1911 frame not made from aluminum though.

Jed195 · Feb 21, 2015

When the time comes and money allows I'm in for two of these! :party29:

LimaVictor · Feb 21, 2015

Subscribed!

aquaman · Feb 21, 2015

platekiller · Feb 21, 2015

I don't need an HQL but I'm intrigued. If it's not cost prohibitive I'm interested. Sounds fun.

Evojoeix · Feb 21, 2015

im in, hard to put a price on a weapon the government doesnt know you have

drewhall · Feb 21, 2015

Evojoeix said:
im in, hard to put a price on a weapon the government doesnt know you have

This part definitely helps. :innocent0

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