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1911 Performance Slide Stop - 1911 Slide Stop .38/9 Carbon
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SKU: 100007263
Overview
Designed for 1911 pistols chambered in .38/9, this slide stop is intended for shooters who want a more deliberate, controllable control surface during range use or defensive setup. Its bar-stock construction, contoured profile, and long finger pad with aggressive serrations are aimed at making operation more positive, while the modified engagement surfaces and angled rear face are built to keep the part seated under recoil until the magazine is empty. The .200" diameter pin supports secure lockup and smooth operation, and the carbon steel version is finished in black oxide with a matte black appearance.
Why Hunters Choose the 10-8 Performance
Machined From
Bar stock for added strength
Long, Wide
Finger pad offers easy, positive
Aggressive Serrations
Excellent traction for manipulation
Modified Engagement
Surfaces are optimized for slide
Angled Rear
Face helps the detent plunger
Key Features
- Redesigned slide stop machined from bar stock for strength.
- Long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations for positive traction.
- Modified engagement surfaces for the magazine follower and slide notch.
- .200" diameter pin for secure lockup and smooth operation.
- Angled rear face helps the detent plunger hold it in place under recoil.
- Carbon steel version features a black oxide, matte black finish.
Best Used For
- 1911 .38/9 owners wanting a redesigned slide stop for controlled, positive operation
- Shooters who prefer a long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations for easier manipulation
- Users seeking a bar-stock slide stop with modified engagement surfaces and secure lockup
- Hunters or outdoorsmen maintaining a 1911 platform with carbon steel, black oxide finish
- Those wanting a replacement part designed to stay positively in place under recoil
Specifications
| Alternate Finish | Matte bead blast finish |
|---|---|
| Alternate Material | Stainless steel |
| Blade Finish | Black oxide, matte black finish |
| Long Description Features | Machined from bar stock; long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations; modified engagement surfaces; rear face angled for detent plunger retention under recoil |
| Material | Carbon steel |
| Pad Length | .750" |
| Pad Width | .200" |
| Pin Diameter | .200" |
Pros
- Machined from bar stock for added strength and a solid feel
- Long, wide finger pad offers easy, positive operation
- Aggressive serrations provide excellent traction for manipulation
- Modified engagement surfaces are optimized for slide and magazine follower contact
- Angled rear face helps the detent plunger hold it in place under recoil
- .200-inch diameter pin supports secure lockup and smooth operation
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for 1911 .38/9 carbon applications, so it is not a universal slide stop for other calibers or platforms.
- The long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations improves traction, but it also creates a more pronounced control surface than a minimalist design.
- The part is offered in carbon steel with a black oxide, matte black finish, so finish choice may matter if you are matching an existing build.
- Its performance-oriented geometry is intended for positive operation, but that also means fit and feel should be evaluated against the rest of the pistol setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911 pistol parts and upgrades
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- 1911 magazine-related control parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pistol is this slide stop intended for?
It is a 1911 slide stop in .38/9 carbon configuration, as listed in the product title.
What material and finish options are listed?
The provided specs list carbon steel with a black oxide, matte black finish, and stainless steel with a matte bead blast finish.
What design features are called out for operation?
The description says it is machined from bar stock, contoured for easy and reliable operation, and has a long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations for traction.
Does the product data list the pin size?
Yes. The specs list a .200" diameter pin.
Are dimensions provided for the finger pad?
Yes. The pad is listed as .750" long and .200" wide.