Marc Krebs Pointman
This looks to be a no-nonsense solid pistol choice. Priced starting at $1,295 and built on a quality CMC frame and slide, it is IMO, serious competition for any of the current production customs on the market. While I have no first hand experience with the
Pointman, Marc Krebs' excellent reputation for building custom 1911s is a significant endorsement -- as are the positive comments based on Tom Givens' personal experiences with his
Pointman. The recessed front strap panel (w/traction tape inserts) is a bit unusual. While this would seem to be a very practical alternative to checkering, I do wonder if it would a deciding factor, where future resale is a consideration. But if the pistol is going to be a 'keeper', this is of little consequence. There is another active Krebs thread
here.
The features listed on their
web site include: "Fire control tuning package, including Videcki trigger, McCormick hammer, sear and disconnector, adjusted to a crisp 4 lb. pull. Beveled magazine well. Full length stainless stell recoil spring guide rod for smoother function and improved handling characteristics. Carry bevel and bead blast with black oxide finish. Throating and polishing, including: tensioning, polishing and tuning extractor for positive extraction and ejection; polished and buffed feed ramp; polished bolt face; throated and polished barrel and ramp. Recessed front strap panel with Traction System insert. The Traction System insert is a 3M non-skid product that is placed in the recessed portion of the front and sides of the front strap, locking the insert in place and enhancing durability. This is often mistaken for stippling, and different grits are available. Lowered and relieved ejection port for positive ejection. Front and rear slide grip serrations. Krebs custom 416 stainless steel press lock match barrel with precise slide to frame fit; excellent accuracy - 2" or less at 25 yards. Krebs Custom extended ejector for positive ejection. Dehorning or carry bevel: front of slide, dust cover, and bottom edge of the slide are all machined to a radius, and hand polished. The back of the slide is hand radiused and blended with the ejector, extractor and frame. All other shape or high areas are similarly treated."
DD
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