1911 Build Kit - Freedom Series Reaction
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1911 BUILD KIT - FREEDOM SERIES REACTION
The Fusion Freedom Series Reaction Model 1911 Build Kit is the perfect choice for those looking to build their own classic government-style 1911 pistol. With its full size 5" frame and round top slide, this kit is available in three powerful calibers – 45 ACP, 9mm, and 10mm. The slide features Fusion's aggressive "Sure-Grip" front and rear cocking serrations for a secure grip, and the HD-chrome barrel with 1:16 twist ensures excellent accuracy and ease of cleaning.
The 1911 Build Kit also features a classic commander ring hammer and a .250 beavertail grip safety, Novak compatible sights, and an extended combat thumb safety and slide stop. The tuned Power style extractor, beveled magazine well, and fitted frame, slide, and barrel precision CNC machined from solid billet bar-stock ensure optimal performance and reliability. The skeletonized hammer is lightweight for faster cycling and the lowered and relieved ejection port provides improved performance. The positive barrel lock-up ensures accuracy right out of the box, and the all-steel construction with no plastic parts adds to the pistol's durability and reliability.
The premium red cocobolo grips are hand-selected using Fusion's "Hand Select" process to ensure the highest quality materials, and the mag capacity is 8+1 with a weight of 39.05oz without the mag. The kit comes with one magazine and a Fusion limited lifetime warranty. Additionally, the 1911 Build Kit is compatible with standard Colt-style replacement parts.
This "build it yourself" kit requires only small hand tools such as a hammer, pin punches, and possibly files/stones to complete. Shipping to an FFL is required for the serialized frame, and some fitting and tuning may be required. The Fusion Firearms custom shop also offers custom kits for the more advanced builder in the Pro-Series. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced builder, the Fusion Freedom Series Reaction Model 1911 Build Kit is the perfect choice for building your own superior 1911 pistol.
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- Full size 5" government-style frame
- Available in 45 ACP, 9mm, and 10mm
- Round top slide with Fusion's aggressive "Sure-Grip" front and rear cocking serrations
- HD-chrome barrel with 1:16 twist for excellent accuracy and easy cleaning
- Classic commander ring hammer and .250 beavertail grip safety
- Novak compatible sights
- Extended combat thumb safety and slide stop
- Tuned Power style extractor
- Beveled magazine well for easy reloading
- Fitted frame, slide, and barrel precision CNC machined from solid billet bar-stock
- Skeletonized hammer for lightweight, faster cycling
- Lowered and relieved ejection port for improved performance
- Positive barrel lock-up for accuracy right out of the box
- All steel construction, no plastic parts
- Mag capacity of 8+1, weighs 39.05oz without the mag, comes with one magazine
- Fusion limited lifetime warranty
- Compatible with standard Colt-style replacement parts
More Information
| Product Name | 1911 Build Kit - Freedom Series Reaction |
|---|---|
| SKU | 1911KitReaction |
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Great pistol for the price!I purchased the Reaction kit about 6 months ago. I have spent a considerable amount of time with this pistol in that time. I have been a Gunsmith for about 40 years so I kind of have a good perspective on what is good and what is not in a 1911. The kit went together without any issues and the fit and finish on the kit is superb. I ran into only 2 issues that perspective buyers would need and want to know about. The first and to me at least, the biggest issue faced is replaceable sights. The sights on the Reaction series are NOT replaceable with standard Novak sights. I should have went to the Novak web sight and read their list before purchasing new sights for this pistol before receiving it so that's on me, however, the advertising says "Novak compatible", NOPE! NOT SO. The rear sight dovetail is cut for .457 and a Novak sight measures .495, I made them fit but there was a lot of metal removed from the rear sight before that happened. The front sight? The front is a perfect fit for the Rock Island Arms Dawson front sight. No fitting required, it's a perfect snug fit. Again, NOT Novak direct replaceable as the front sight dovetail measures .316 and the Novak sight is .330 again, a lot of metal must be removed.
The other issue you need to be aware of is the trigger track inside the frame, it is very narrow and you will need to get out your files if you want to replace the trigger with any of the aftermarket types other than what Fusion offers. The frame is cut for the Gold Cup width shoe so be aware of this also before ordering a new replacement trigger.
I had a few feeding issues but a quick polishing of the feed ramp cured this and afterward this pistol eats anything including wad cutters without a bobble. The barrel is fit tightly in the slide, the barrel bushing is also very tight and this makes this pistol as accurate as any higher priced custom guns I own. The front strap checkering is a much appreciated addition. The out of the box trigger pull is very crisp and acceptable. After firing 2K plus rounds out of the Reaction I am very pleased with the purchase and the results of this kit and would recommend it highly to anyone withing to own a high quality, accurate 1911 pistol with the added benefit of pride in ownership "I built it myself". Other than the issues mention above which I state as a just be aware, for the money spent you cannot go wrong with this kit. Lastly, the customer service is outstanding. I communicated with them on multiple occasions and you will get an answer quickly every single time, no matter how trivial the question might be. The best customer service response I have ever had dealing with a firearms manufacturer period.Posted on
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Great beginner buildPurchased a Reaction 1911 kit. Kit did not require much fitting, just a few areas needed to be cleaned with a file. Mainspring, even with a bench block took some time and patience to get the pin in. Overall I am very happy with this kit and will be getting another one. Very nice looking addition to my stable of 1911s.
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Great kit for a first time builder.This is a great kit for a first building experience. I didn’t really have to fit anything other than my grips. If you a thinking about doing a first build this is the kit you should buy. The only thing I am going to have to do is tune the extractor a little later on once the gun has gone through the “breaking in” process. I don’t really have anything negative to say about any of it. The sales team is great. The customer service when you call in is great. I’m happy with it.
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