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Kimber commander 9x18 Mak conversion from .45acp
I didn't know what subforum to post this under. Here goes:
I am looking for the easiest way to convert a Kimber HD Pro Carry 2 commander size (4inch barrel) chambered in .45acp to a 9x18 Makarov. Reasons are economical ones. But reasons aside, any input as to how to go about doing this conversion is really appreciated. I am also open to the conversion to Tokarev barrel. Any ideas? pointers? Thanks in advance. |
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Since nobody makes such a thing you will have to get it done yourself.
1. Get a 9mm slide, the breech face diameter may need to be opened up just a bit. Adjust extractor as needed. 2. Get a 9mm barrel, ream the chamber to the Mak size, staying 1mm back from the 9mm chamber's end. I think you will have enough case mouth shoulder for it to work. If not, you will have to start with a barrel blank and machine it fully. Maybe it's not such a big deal to start from a blank because if you re-chamber a 9mm barrel you will still have to ream out the barrel to match the Mak's larger bullet diameter. 3. Use a 9mm mag but you will have to shorten the follower and put a spacer in the back of the mag to hold the rounds in the correct position. You will also need a shorter length front-to-back follower spring once you put the spacer in. 4. Use soft recoil springs. or Buy a Makarov or CZ82 for around $300 and go shooting.
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It's going to take a custom made barrel, figure on $400+ for that. Then a new slide with modifications. If you can really save more than about $900 over the life of the gun, then I guess it makes sense. If you just want one because it's different, then its worth unlimited funds...
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