FAQ
Which Conversion is the best for 1911′s?
I am considering purchasing one of your 460 conversion kits and had a few questions. I have several 1911′s and wonder which would be the best for this type of conversion. I have Kimbers, Colts, Para Ordnance, and some very old GI colts. I am leaning toward the newer Cold Combat Govt Elite or the [...]
Read moreIs the 460 too much Power for Home Defense?
I like the looks of the MPA Carbine. This gun would serve for both a hunting and Home defense. After watching you blast through that brick wall I’m concerned that the .460 is just too much power for home defense. What would you say is the effective range of the .460 carbine? CorBon has been [...]
Read moreIs there a Sling for the Carbine?
Any word or suggestions for a sling for the carbine? I was at the gun show in Bossier this weekend but nothing came about for a sling. Also, the front hand guard, is it removable or fixed? I don’t want to start cranking on it if it is fixed. I still love my 460! —Chad [...]
Read moreHow is the Testing going on the Glocks?
I wanted to see how the testing is going on the Glocks? I am interested in a kit for the model 30. I enjoyed your videos on You Tube. Those water jugs and cinder blocks were great. I would like to see video of the XD & M&P conversions. —Bill I am still working on [...]
Read moreCan a Glock be set up to Handle the 460?
Can a Glock be set up to handle the 460? Maybe with Lonewolf compensator on a threaded barrel with and heavy spring. —Bill I have actually built three Glock models for testing. I used a compensated custom barrel and changed the recoil spring and magazine springs as well. I am looking to offer a 460 [...]
Read moreDo you make kits for a Shorter Barrel Length?
I love the .460 round but do not want a 5″ barrel. I was looking at a 3″ or 4″ Kimber Crimson Trace model. Do you make kits for the shorter barrel length? —Tod In the past, we have made some experimental shorter barreled guns, but do not currently offer kits to fit the short [...]
Read moreWhat Kind of Barrels do you use for the XD Conversion?
I’m new to 45acp and I recently purchased a SA XD tactical. I’m handicapped and thinking about using my XD to deer hunt. What kind of barrels do you use for the XD conversion? —Doug We use a ported custom barrel for the 5 inch XD model along with a more powerful recoil spring system. [...]
Read moreIs the 460 available for a Glock?
I am interested in the 460 Rowland for a Glock. I see it pictured on your home page but no other information is available. I am a gunsmith and have the ability to build a .460 Glock, but would like the benefit of your experience. Any help is appreciated. —Ashley We have built several Glock [...]
Read moreWill the 460 work with a long slide gun?
I am interested in building a 460 on a long slide gun either a Springfield or a Para Super Hawg. I have talked to the people at Sprinco that make the dual action recoil reducer guide rods. I wanted your opinion if you think this combo would work? I figured if Wilson combat could make [...]
Read moreWill the 460 Conversion Kit work with the Taurus?
I have a NIB Unfired Taurus PT1911 with the Rail. Will the 460 Conversion Kit work with the Taurus? —Jeff We have a number of Taurus owners using our 460 kits. The kit will fit your gun just fine. Of course, all rules for using high performance cartridges apply, such as awareness of over-all-length of [...]
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