Armi MilitariCheckering the 1911 Frontstrap

Many hobbyist gunsmiths consider performing their own checkering of the front straps of their pistols.  To have this professionally done, which many times includes refinishing the frame, can be very expensive.  The expense is understandable due to the needed skills and the time required to complete this task.  Also, many pistol smiths dislike checkering because…

RUGER SR 1911 checkering front strap and undercut trigger guard

Front strap treatment

Wilson Combat Frontstrap 1911 Government, Commander Checkered Blue

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1911 Back Strap Checkering

Wilson Combat 100B 1911 Checkered Frontstrap Blued Steel

Front strap treatment

Front Strap finish: smooth, serrated, checkered

SOLD - Dec 1927 Colt Govt Model -- Factory Custom Checkered front strap --- With Letter

1911 Commander Frame, Picatinny Rail Dust Cover, Series 80, Standard Ramp

Both 1911 Straps Checkered - Great grip

Hand Checkering the Front Strap on a 1911—Part 2

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