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AMT Hardballer .45 to .22 Conversion
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Before I start this thread, spare me the "AMT is junk" posts. My Hardballer, for whatever reason, looks great and functions flawlessly. (I've put several hundred rounds through it without a hangup. It's Irwindale made if that means anything...)
Anyway, the only problem with it is that .45 Ammo is way more expensive than .22. I was looking into one of those drop in conversion kits, but I want to know if it will work. I've heard that AMTs are basically interchangeable with other .45s except (again, only hearsay) the barrels. However, since the barrel is encased within a whole new slide on one of these kits, I don't know if it would be a problem.
Has anyone ever tried this? Any thoughts? Also, I've looked at some other barrels, such as .40 for 1911s and muzzle brakes.
http://www.floridagunworks.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=1911+BBC
What does "minor fitting" entail? I love this gun, and the possibility of different calibers interests me. Thanks for any thoughts.
Anyway, the only problem with it is that .45 Ammo is way more expensive than .22. I was looking into one of those drop in conversion kits, but I want to know if it will work. I've heard that AMTs are basically interchangeable with other .45s except (again, only hearsay) the barrels. However, since the barrel is encased within a whole new slide on one of these kits, I don't know if it would be a problem.
Has anyone ever tried this? Any thoughts? Also, I've looked at some other barrels, such as .40 for 1911s and muzzle brakes.
http://www.floridagunworks.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=1911+BBC
What does "minor fitting" entail? I love this gun, and the possibility of different calibers interests me. Thanks for any thoughts.
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most of the 1911 conversions are more or less universal
quote:Manufactured in the USA by Jonathan Arthur Ciener. 1911 Platinum Cup Target, tighten tolerance, very accurate with gloss Silver finish, accentuated serrated front sight, serrated raised flat bar top, angled cocking slots, Millet Adjustable rear sight, with enhanced accuracy.
I might end up getting one. I think it would fit fine. I'm going to see if I can contact Ceiner though.
Awesome, thanks for the information. I managed to get Ciener's number, but I got no answer and it seems he isn't big about returning calls. I'll probably get one. I imagine the Silver finish would match the AMT pretty well.
Both tend to be fussy about the ammo they'll function well with, but either is flawless with what they like. I like the looks (high polish) of the Ceiner, but the Marvel has a much nicer rear sight (appears to be a BoMar) and is more accurate. Planning on selling my Ceiner and keeping the Marvel.
Even if you go with the Ceiner, check out Marvels web site. They have a great forum thread that will give you lots of info on .22 conversion units, magazines, etc.
Good Luck,
What ammunition works best? Maxi Mag? I figure some sort of coating over the lead is a must to prevent fouling. I like Ciener because you can use high caps, but thanks for that other kit information. I will check them out.
CCI Mini-Mags (I think the Maxi-Mags are actually the .22 Mag. version) are one of the ones that work well in both of my units. Interestingly enough, so do Stingers, but because of the expense I stick with the Mini-Mag. Just as an aside over the years I done bunches of comparison shooting in a variety of .22 revolvers, pistols, bolt action rifles and semi-auto's, etc. and CCI Mini-Mag (both solid and h.p.) have always been right at the top in terms of accuracy. Wish I'd stockpiled up on them back when K-Mart sold the 100 pack for $1.97. Guess those days are gone!
There is a K-Mart not far from my house that still stocks .22 Mini-Mags [8D] They never order them anymore, but whatever they have back is still there. I'll have to raid it sometime. They also have some .30-06 left over.