460 Rowland Conversion Kits for your 1911

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q:What 1911 pistols do you consider the best platform for the 460 Rowland Kit?
A: The best candidates for this kit are STEEL FRAME single stack Springfield Armory(including current production GI & Mil-Spec models), Sig Sauer, Colt, Smith & Wesson, Para Ordnance, Kimber, Norinco, Dan Wesson and 1911 style 45 ACP semi-auto pistols. We prefer and recommend Blued guns over Stainless.
Q:What if my drop in kit doesn't drop in?
A: Send the entire Comp Kit, your slide and $ 20 (Return Shipping & Handling) to us for a complimentary fitting by our gunsmith. CCG Inc. 336 Shootout Lane Princeton, LA 71067
Q:Will shooting the 460 Rowland in my 1911 increase wear on my gun?
A: Any time you increase power, you will accelerate wear. For example, you would expect more wear on your revolver if you were shooting a steady diet of 357 Magnums as opposed to .38 Special loads. We've sold over 1000 of these kits with no reported stress related problems.
Q: Is it safe to install the 460 Rowland Drop In 1911 Comp Kit into my older spot heat treated 1911 pistol?
A: NO! We do not recommend this kit for installation in any GI or other spot heat treated 1911s! Please note that we will not guarantee this kit to fit or function in your Auto Ordnance, Llama, Charles Daly or AMT 1911 style pistols nor do we recommend these as platforms for the kit.
Q: Are there any other guns that you specifically DO NOT recommend for the 460 Rowland?
A: YES! We do not recommend this kit for installation in IAI (Israeli Arms International) - We've found the top lugs in the slides of the Philipines produced 1911s to be soft! We've not tested the Israeli made guns but would recommend extreme caution. Rock Island Armory Auto Ordnance Taurus Llama AMT Charles Daly Essex Remington Rand Any "GI" 1911 (note: Springfield Armory Current Production models excluded)
Q: Can you provide a cylinder chambered in .460 Rowland for my Smith & Wesson 25/625 or Ruger Blackhawk?
A: No, you must currently send in your cylinder assembly to be rechambered. (Click here for more info)
Q: Can you make a comparison from 460 Rowland to 45 Super?
A: 200 Feet Per Second faster. 460 Rowland is Longer and more durable brass. 460 Rowland will NOT fit in a 45ACP chamber!!!
Q: Will you chamber my non-compensated barrel in 460 Rowland? OR sell a barrel only (No Compensator) in 460 Rowland?
A: No, the compensator is necessary to prevent damage to your 1911 pistol.
Q: Can I still shoot 45ACP in my gun? If so, will it adversely affect accuracy?
A: Yes, you may shoot 45ACP in the 460 Kit. However, it is likely that you will experience some degree of accuracy loss shooting 45ACP in the 460 Rowland kit and we cannot guarantee functional reliability. The 1st reason is that you're counting on the extractor to hold the 45acp against the breech face. The 2nd reason is the spring is too heavy for the 45acp to cycle the slide..
Q: Where can I get .460 Rowland ammo / brass?
A: Right Here @ Clark Custom Guns Call us @ 318 949 9884 M-F 8 am - 4 pm CST to order. Ammunition Manufacturer: Georgia Arms AND Buffalo Bore
Q: Do you make the drop-in kit for my Para Ordnance?
A: Sorry, discontinued the ramped models. Good News is that Para is now making the GI Expert which will take our standard Kit
Q: Do you make a comp kit to fit my Colt GOLD CUP/ENHANCED model?
A: YES.. We have to make a minor modification to the barrel hood. Please make sure to specify GOLD CUP / ENHANCED model. There is no additional charge for this modification.
Q: Do you make the drop-in kit for any 1911 shorter than the government model?
A: No Commander (4.25" barrel) kits have been discontinued. We've discontinued Springfield Champion (4" barrel) due to function / reliability problems.
Q: Will 45ACP function using the recoil spring that comes with the Rowland Kit?
A: Most Likely NOT. You will probably have to reinstall your factory spring to shoot standard 45ACP.
Q: Why does it make a difference that my gun is stainless?
A: MOST Stainless steel creates a great deal more friction than traditional blue steel. We have found that Many stainless guns will not work with the 24lb Wolff spring that we normally ship with the kits. Always try the 24 lb spring first. If it doesn't function reliably, switch to the lighter spring we've supplied. If it's still not functioning, Please call us for further assistance. Please note that all current production Kimber 1911s are stainless steel.
Q: Do I have to buy new loading dies?
A: No. You can use your 45ACP dies to reload 460 Rowland.
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Q: Which Recoil Spring should I use with the 460 Rowland Kit?
A: You should start out with the heaviest recoil spring supplied with the kit (24 LB) wolff spring. If it's too heavy, change to the 20 lb spring also supplied with our kit.
Q: Should I install the Extra Power Firing Pin Spring that comes with the 460 Rowland kit?
A: Yes.
Q:What if my drop in kit doesn't drop in?
A: Send the entire Comp Kit, your slide and $ 20 (Return Shipping & Handling) to us for a complimentary fitting by our gunsmith. CCG Inc. 336 Shootout Lane Princeton, LA 71067

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