NMexJim
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I looked through the threads for specific info on the SFS systems for Hi-Powers, but though mentioned, nothing concrete. Anybody put this system in and how did you like it?
I have not used one.
There is a lengthy plug for the device at
https://www.1911forum.com/threads/bh-spring-solutions-sfs-installed.1026207/
I have a 77 "C" series that has the SFS systerm on it. Love it!
Manipulate just like a 1911 when you draw.
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I like the extended release.John Browning really nailed the grip angle on both the 1911 and the P35. I have both and feel they become an extension of my arm. I'm told the CZ-75 feels the same, but I can't testify to that.
I see you have the extended slide release as well. How do you like that?
I have one that's got a lot of rounds through it, and I contemplate sending it off to maybe Cylinder and Slide or other for a full workover. Who did the work on yours?
Beautiful piece.
John Browning really nailed the grip angle on both the 1911 and the P35. I have both and feel they become an extension of my arm. I'm told the CZ-75 feels the same, but I can't testify to that.
Can I guess your hands are at the larger end of the normal size range.IMHO, the grip ergonomics of the CZ-75 feel better than either the 1911 or BHP. The angle is essentially the same, but the contours feel much more natural, at least to my hands.
Actually not. Probably average.Can I guess your hands are at the larger end of the normal size range.
To me the SFS is a solution in search of problem. It was developed in order to get the BHP to qualify for the pistol trials for what became the M9. It was later used to market the BHP to LEO that could not carry a firearm cocked and locked due to department policy. It failed on both accounts. BHSS sells it and hypes it. It is a love or hate it sort of thing. I have shot it and personally have no use for it.
When I carry a SA auto, I always ensure I mold the holster to keep the safety engaged; with a well-made holster, the safety *can't* come off in the holster, IMHO.Yes, I agree. Back in the '80 when I carried an HP, of course, the trigger was covered by the holster however many times I would find the safety moved into Fire by friction. I went to another pistol for carry. End of problem. I do recognize that millions were carried w/o incident, but I decided to lay off the liability.
I read this all the time on forums, and I'm skeptical.When I carry a SA auto, I always ensure I mold the holster to keep the safety engaged; with a well-made holster, the safety *can't* come off in the holster, IMHO.
I've had the same experience you had-that's part of the reason I started making holsters, actually. I think it's overlooked by lots of makers.
Larry
You simply haven't found the right holster. And since you mentioned a 1911, here's a holster for my EMP (a mini-1911, essentially); you could draw it to disengage the safety, I suppose, but it's going to be tough to deactivate it still in the holster.I read this all the time on forums, and I'm skeptical.
I have a handful of holsters with sweat shields and some without. Even on my very closely molded sweat shields, my thumb safety just pushes the sweat shield out of the way no matter how the thumb safety is configured, either on or off.
Edit to add: my comment may be off topic as I'm talking about a 1911 with a Colt teardrop thumb safety. I apologize for comparing my apple to other's orange.
As the OP let me add that I have both 1911's and P35's (HP). All have ambi-safeties. If I have a safety at all, I personally want it ambi because I happen to be pretty good in both right and left-hand grips.
I do happen to make my own holsters and I mold the heck out of them especially around the safety. I finally went to Kydex and heat-molded around that safety. But, the outboard lever is still exposed to friction.
I carried a High Power for near 10-years and lived with the safety issue. After all, the holsters all covered the triggers really well, so the odds were pretty good. FYI, I trusted the 1911 a bit more because of the grip safety.
However, a risk analysis performed on a particular event that will happen very rarely (100-years) but that will result in catastrophic consequences when it does happen, well, that analysis tells you to make a change. I did. I was just wondering about the SLF.
Thanks all
Oh, I almost forgot. I recommend anyone owning 1911 or HP's to change the springs in the safety tang. It helps. BP Spring Solutions has a heavier spring that helps even more.
Was there a noticeable difference with the BHS safety spring, Jim?
Thanks,
Larry