skinewmexico
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There is a guy from Spain on the Spanish Pistol forum who sells new Star parts. I bought a recoil assembly and some buffers from him, and parts for my BM. Great guy, fast shipper, small world.
Star PD
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Yes, I think his name is STAR on www.gunboards.com. I'm glad to see that the .45acp/.45LC as well as some Spanish guns are alive in well in Switzerland. I almost wish I was born Swiss so I could own a SIG 551
ftierson
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Can a Swiss citizen, currently, own a SIG 551?
Just wondering with all the recent changes in Swiss firearms laws...
Forrest
(And sorry about the thread hijack, moonclip...)
Just wondering with all the recent changes in Swiss firearms laws...
Forrest
(And sorry about the thread hijack, moonclip...)
Randyc74
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I carried a Star PD as an off duty pistol in the early 1980's. Mine was two tone (polished receiver/blue slide), Pachmier rubber grips. It fed everything including lead swc reloads. I never remember a ftf with this weapon. It's one of many weapons I regret selling.
Infantryman
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"hope to find Pachmayrs to tame recoil and because the wood looks cheap!" I tend to have to Pachmayr when I eat alot of brain muffins and coffee.
countertop
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/Was just offerred a NIB 1977 Star PD for $450. Any thoughts??
Its high for where they were a couple of years ago - but its 30+ years old and NIB (he's an old cop - followed Jeff Cooper's advice to get two. The first one has just never worn out and so he had this one which he wasn't going to sell until he heard me sing their praises.
ANyway, thoughts on that price for a NIB Star PD??
Its high for where they were a couple of years ago - but its 30+ years old and NIB (he's an old cop - followed Jeff Cooper's advice to get two. The first one has just never worn out and so he had this one which he wasn't going to sell until he heard me sing their praises.
ANyway, thoughts on that price for a NIB Star PD??
nj.piney
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i bought a star pd 6 months ago from gunbroker. as new, in box, unfired. $385 . shipping, transfer, tax and insurance took the price to $455
i carry it daily. your price seems ok. mine is the newest model with the hooked triggerguard,and the factory hard rubber grips
i carry it daily. your price seems ok. mine is the newest model with the hooked triggerguard,and the factory hard rubber grips
I bought a new one back around 1980 and loved it. It was my hiking gun and first .45. I foolishly traded it away in 1992 and have regretted it for 16 years now. I'd get another in a heart beat if I found a clean example. Mine was a carried a lot, shot a little pistol. I recall that the 300-400 rounds I put through it were flawless.
Star PD info
Hi to all. I'm new here, so please bear with me.
I collect Winchester lever actions and other firearms. Just inherited a NIB Star PD s/n 1480xxx in .45 ACP. Need info on take down for cleaning, best loads, where to find/download a user manual (Dad put in another location amd can't remeber where), and any tips at all. Have read many posts indicating it is a desireable CC. Thanks in advance.
Hi to all. I'm new here, so please bear with me.
I collect Winchester lever actions and other firearms. Just inherited a NIB Star PD s/n 1480xxx in .45 ACP. Need info on take down for cleaning, best loads, where to find/download a user manual (Dad put in another location amd can't remeber where), and any tips at all. Have read many posts indicating it is a desireable CC. Thanks in advance.
Rex B
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SkiNewMexico - Are you saying you bought a buffer for your Star BM?
Mine doesn't have one, wondering if it is supposed to.
Mine doesn't have one, wondering if it is supposed to.
Don't know about the BM, but the PD's need them. I've used a trimmed down Shock Buff in mine.
Here's a link to field stripping: http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/starpdserger.htm
and a schematic: http://www.e-gunparts.com/productschem.asp?chrMasterModel=2010zPD AUTO
1911 buffer substitute
Some of you have said you can substitute a 1911 buffer for a Star PD buffer if it's modified.
I've looked at most of the 1911 models schematics and do not see a buffer in the schematic.
Can you be more specific on the model of Colt 1911 and maybe even provide a link to the part and seller? It would be greatly appreciated.
Some of you have said you can substitute a 1911 buffer for a Star PD buffer if it's modified.
I've looked at most of the 1911 models schematics and do not see a buffer in the schematic.
Can you be more specific on the model of Colt 1911 and maybe even provide a link to the part and seller? It would be greatly appreciated.
DoubleTapDrew
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This link shows some info on buffers that may work. I need to get some spares and probably replace the buffer in my PD so I may be trying this out since it's hard to find OEM buffers. I think you are supposed to replace them every 1k rounds or so.
http://www.9mmlargo.com/discus/messages/26/259.html?1141689279
http://www.9mmlargo.com/discus/messages/26/259.html?1141689279
ccsniper
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i have the star bm, your guns little brother. i love mine. shoots right on, only jams when i use target ammo, and fits perfectly in my hands (i have small hands).
Rex B
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1911 buffers are an aftermarket item, not original, so you won't see it in any schematics.
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=241631
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=241631
Star PD Buffer
Thanks for the help. I have ordered a package of 6 1911 Shok-Buffers from ATAFA.com for $7.47 + $10.49 shipping.
BTW, I purchased my used PD from my son-in-law about 7-8 years ago for $150 and have put approx 500-600 rnds thru it. The buffer is just beginning to crack, but looks brittle.
My son-in-law got the gun from his father, who used it for backup and off-duty. I'm not sure how many rnds he put thru it... probably a few.
I am attaching the service manual for the PD in case anyone needs it. I think it came from Star.
Those who have said the PD can give you a hammer bite are correct, but it doesn't affect everyone. 2 of my sons don't have a problem with it when they fire my gun, but my 3rd son and I get the hammer bite after shooting it for awhile.
Thanks again for all the help.
Thanks for the help. I have ordered a package of 6 1911 Shok-Buffers from ATAFA.com for $7.47 + $10.49 shipping.
BTW, I purchased my used PD from my son-in-law about 7-8 years ago for $150 and have put approx 500-600 rnds thru it. The buffer is just beginning to crack, but looks brittle.
My son-in-law got the gun from his father, who used it for backup and off-duty. I'm not sure how many rnds he put thru it... probably a few.
I am attaching the service manual for the PD in case anyone needs it. I think it came from Star.
Those who have said the PD can give you a hammer bite are correct, but it doesn't affect everyone. 2 of my sons don't have a problem with it when they fire my gun, but my 3rd son and I get the hammer bite after shooting it for awhile.
Thanks again for all the help.
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flightsimmer
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New member with 2 Star PD's
Hi Fellas, Oh, and Gals too.
I just stumbled across this site and noticed it was still an active site. Most of the ones I've seen have long since ended.
Anyway, I am now the owner of two Star PD's and after having carried one for many many years I found another one recently at newly opened gunshop in my local area and they are starting to draw out a lot of older guns from the locals to sell on consignment.
The one I just purchased is the spitting image of the one I already have and I have to look close to be sure which one I'm holding. The serial numbers are very close (141xxxx) and of the same Garcia series originally sold by Interarms and the finishes are identicle and in very good shape. The only difference at the present is that the grips on my recent purchase are like new but there is no finish on them so I will be carefully cleaning them and applying a clear Polyurathane finish to protect them from sweat and gun oil as I have already done with first one.
I believe that this recent purchase was probably laying in a nightstand drawer for most of it's life and I doubt that it has had more than a box of ammo through it and the shock buffer looks like new. By the way, speaking of shock buffers, I seem to remember having bought a small quanity (six or so)of spare buffers as well as magizines years ago. I need to hunt them down just in case.
Well I look forward to discussing things about the Star PD, it is a fine handgun and anyone who has one is very fortunate indeed.
Have a great week everybody.
Regards, Dan
Hi Fellas, Oh, and Gals too.
I just stumbled across this site and noticed it was still an active site. Most of the ones I've seen have long since ended.
Anyway, I am now the owner of two Star PD's and after having carried one for many many years I found another one recently at newly opened gunshop in my local area and they are starting to draw out a lot of older guns from the locals to sell on consignment.
The one I just purchased is the spitting image of the one I already have and I have to look close to be sure which one I'm holding. The serial numbers are very close (141xxxx) and of the same Garcia series originally sold by Interarms and the finishes are identicle and in very good shape. The only difference at the present is that the grips on my recent purchase are like new but there is no finish on them so I will be carefully cleaning them and applying a clear Polyurathane finish to protect them from sweat and gun oil as I have already done with first one.
I believe that this recent purchase was probably laying in a nightstand drawer for most of it's life and I doubt that it has had more than a box of ammo through it and the shock buffer looks like new. By the way, speaking of shock buffers, I seem to remember having bought a small quanity (six or so)of spare buffers as well as magizines years ago. I need to hunt them down just in case.
Well I look forward to discussing things about the Star PD, it is a fine handgun and anyone who has one is very fortunate indeed.
Have a great week everybody.
Regards, Dan
flightsimmer
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Star PD feed ramp
Hi Guy's and Girl's;
Every Star PD feed ramp (the aluminum part in the frame) that I have ever seen has the appearance of being worked on. It was done at the factory after the frames were anodized and should be of no concern, and no, they don't need to be touched up or polished. Also, I've seen remarks about the inside of the frame being "chewed or battered up" where the buffer end of the recoil spring guide seats. Careful examination will reveal that it has been routed out with a Dremel type grinding tool at the factory to clearence the frame for the recoil spring guide to seat and is no cause for concern either.
I've been keeping my eyes open for a Star, BKM, they are as hard to find as a PD now days.
Have a great week everybody. Regards, Dan.
Hi Guy's and Girl's;
Every Star PD feed ramp (the aluminum part in the frame) that I have ever seen has the appearance of being worked on. It was done at the factory after the frames were anodized and should be of no concern, and no, they don't need to be touched up or polished. Also, I've seen remarks about the inside of the frame being "chewed or battered up" where the buffer end of the recoil spring guide seats. Careful examination will reveal that it has been routed out with a Dremel type grinding tool at the factory to clearence the frame for the recoil spring guide to seat and is no cause for concern either.
I've been keeping my eyes open for a Star, BKM, they are as hard to find as a PD now days.
Have a great week everybody. Regards, Dan.
flightsimmer
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Star PD shock buffer replacement
Hi Guy's and Gal's;
On the shock buffer replacment of the original style buffer from Star or Interarms all that is needed is to slide the spring (forward) off of the buffer shoulder and push the buffer off of the guide rod then push the new one on and let the spring slide over the buffer shoulder which keeps it from coming off. Now if you adapt the 1911 buffer from Wilson as a replacment, it is flat and has no split shoulder to help retain it in place so you'll have to find out from someone who has done it. The guide rod itself unscrews at the back where the buffer is by using only finger pressure and torque (on mine), if yours won't budge then be carefull not to damage it what ever you do. I've seen several comments about the (split, crack, cut) in the frame rail above the slide stop on the left side of the frame and others have correctly answered this question already so all I can do is confirm it. If yours has a crack (early production) don't worry about it, forget it, it won't hurt a thing. If it has a thin cut, same thing don't worry about it, forget it, it won't hurt a thing. It's there to relieve stress so it won't crack and cause undue concern. I have read about other shooters being concerned about F.T.F. (failure to feed) and F.T.E. (failure to eject) and as others have already pointed out, it is a problem caused by the shooter not the hand gun. It's technical name is (limp wristing or loose grip syndrone) and as Sargent, R. Lee Ermy would say, "TIGHTEN UP THAT GRIP MAGOT". I used to work a gun shop and indoor range store and I clearly remember a fellow trying out one of my Star PD's and every shot malfunctioned and he blamed (of course) the gun, so I went into the range and fired off 13 quick shots without any problem and then told him what he was doing wrong. He was afraid of the recoil and wasn't holding it tight enough to make it function properly so I reloaded it and he tried again without any problems. "DISMISSED", oh I love that gunney.
Have a great week everybody. Regards, Dan.
Hi Guy's and Gal's;
On the shock buffer replacment of the original style buffer from Star or Interarms all that is needed is to slide the spring (forward) off of the buffer shoulder and push the buffer off of the guide rod then push the new one on and let the spring slide over the buffer shoulder which keeps it from coming off. Now if you adapt the 1911 buffer from Wilson as a replacment, it is flat and has no split shoulder to help retain it in place so you'll have to find out from someone who has done it. The guide rod itself unscrews at the back where the buffer is by using only finger pressure and torque (on mine), if yours won't budge then be carefull not to damage it what ever you do. I've seen several comments about the (split, crack, cut) in the frame rail above the slide stop on the left side of the frame and others have correctly answered this question already so all I can do is confirm it. If yours has a crack (early production) don't worry about it, forget it, it won't hurt a thing. If it has a thin cut, same thing don't worry about it, forget it, it won't hurt a thing. It's there to relieve stress so it won't crack and cause undue concern. I have read about other shooters being concerned about F.T.F. (failure to feed) and F.T.E. (failure to eject) and as others have already pointed out, it is a problem caused by the shooter not the hand gun. It's technical name is (limp wristing or loose grip syndrone) and as Sargent, R. Lee Ermy would say, "TIGHTEN UP THAT GRIP MAGOT". I used to work a gun shop and indoor range store and I clearly remember a fellow trying out one of my Star PD's and every shot malfunctioned and he blamed (of course) the gun, so I went into the range and fired off 13 quick shots without any problem and then told him what he was doing wrong. He was afraid of the recoil and wasn't holding it tight enough to make it function properly so I reloaded it and he tried again without any problems. "DISMISSED", oh I love that gunney.
Have a great week everybody. Regards, Dan.
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