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1911 Armorer's Block - Armorer's Block
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SKU: 100004369
Overview
This bench block is designed to support 1911 components during repair, assembly, disassembly, and accurizing work at the bench. It holds the frame on its side to help protect the finish while giving you a stable setup for tasks such as checking hammer/sear engagement, removing the hammer strut pin and mainspring housing, and working on the thumb safety. It also provides support for extractor tensioning and retention, plus barrel handling during link pin removal, with blind holes to catch pins as you work. Made from glass-reinforced nylon in a compact black form, it is a practical shop tool for careful pistol maintenance without adding unnecessary bulk.
Why Hunters Choose the 10-8 Performance
Supports 1911
Components for repair, assembly, disassembly,
Holds Frame
Securely on its side to
Dedicated Support
For hammer, sear, thumb safety,
Blind Holes
Help catch pins during link
Machined From
Glass-reinforced nylon for a sturdy
Key Features
- Machined bench block for 1911 pistol maintenance, repair, assembly, disassembly, and accurizing tasks.
- Glass-reinforced nylon construction in black.
- Supports the frame on its side to help protect the finish during work.
- Helps check hammer/sear engagement and remove hammer strut pin or mainspring housing.
- Holds the thumb safety for filing the sear stop stud engagement surface.
- Supports extractor tensioning and retention during filing and honing, plus barrel link pin removal.
Best Used For
- 1911 owners performing routine bench maintenance, disassembly, and reassembly tasks
- Gunsmiths or hobbyists checking hammer and sear engagement during 1911 work
- Users removing pins, mainspring housing, or extractor parts on a 1911 frame
- Shooters wanting a bench block that helps protect the pistol finish during service
Specifications
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Height | 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm) |
| Length | 4 in (10.2 cm) |
| Material | Glass-reinforced nylon |
| Width | 4 in |
Pros
- Supports 1911 components for repair, assembly, disassembly, and accurizing tasks.
- Holds the frame securely on its side to help protect the finish.
- Provides dedicated support for hammer, sear, thumb safety, extractor, and barrel work.
- Blind holes help catch pins during link pin removal.
- Machined from glass-reinforced nylon for a sturdy bench block design.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for 1911 maintenance tasks, so it is not a general-purpose bench block for other pistol platforms.
- Its usefulness is tied to bench work and disassembly/assembly steps; it is not intended for field use or on-the-go repairs.
- The compact 4" x 4" footprint is convenient on a bench, but it also means the block is purpose-built for selected components rather than full pistol support.
- Glass-reinforced nylon is durable for shop use, but it is still a polymer tool rather than a metal fixture.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911 pistol maintenance blocks
- Gunsmithing bench blocks
- Pistol repair and disassembly tools
Suggested Accessories
- Bench mat
- Small punch set
- Gunsmithing screwdriver set
- Parts tray
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this armorer's block used for on a 1911 pistol?
It is a bench block for supporting 1911 components during repair, assembly/disassembly, and accurizing tasks.
Will it help protect the pistol while I work on it?
Yes. The description says it securely holds the frame on its side so you can work without risking damage to the finish, and it is also intended to protect the pistol and your hands from damage.
What parts or tasks is it specifically described for?
It is described for checking hammer/sear engagement, removing the hammer strut pin, removing the mainspring housing, holding the thumb safety for filing the sear stop stud engagement surface, tensioning the extractor off the slide, retaining the extractor while filing and honing the claw, and holding the barrel during link pin removal.
What material is it made from?
The provided specifications list it as glass-reinforced nylon in black.
What are its dimensions?
The listed size is 4 inches long by 4 inches wide by 1 1/4 inches high.