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10-8 Performance

1911 Performance Slide Stop - 1911 Slide Stop .38/9 Stainless Steel

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Redesigned 1911

Slide stop for .38/9 applications

Machined From

Bar stock for added strength

Long, Wide

Finger pad with aggressive serrations

.200-inch Diameter

Pin for secure lockup and

Modified Engagement

Surfaces for magazine follower and

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SKU: 100007264

Overview

Designed for 1911 pistols chambered in .38/9, this slide stop is intended for shooters who want a more deliberate, reliable control interface during range use or duty carry. Its long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations provides positive traction, while the contoured shape supports easy operation under stress. The redesigned engagement surfaces and angled rear face are meant to keep the part securely in place until the magazine is empty, and the stainless steel version is finished in matte bead blast.

Why Hunters Choose the 10-8 Performance

Machined From

Bar stock for added strength

Long, Wide

Aggressive serrations improves traction

Contoured Design

Supports easy, reliable, positive operation

.200-inch Diameter

Pin is designed for secure

Modified Engagement

Surfaces are optimized for magazine

Key Features

  • Redesigned 1911 slide stop for .38/9 applications
  • Machined from bar stock for added strength
  • Long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations
  • .200-inch diameter pin for secure lockup and smooth operation
  • Modified engagement surfaces for magazine follower and slide notch
  • Angled rear face helps the detent plunger hold it in place under recoil

Best Used For

  • 1911 owners seeking a redesigned slide stop for .38/9 stainless steel pistols
  • Shooters who want a long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations for positive operation
  • Users needing a machined-from-bar-stock part with modified engagement surfaces and secure lockup
  • Hunters and outdoorsmen maintaining a 1911 platform with a stainless steel slide stop

Specifications

Blade FinishMatte bead blast
Diameter0.200 in
Finish OptionsCarbon steel (black oxide, matte black finish); Stainless steel (matte bead blast finish)
MaterialStainless steel
Pad Length0.750 in
Pad Width0.200 in
Pin Diameter0.200 in

Pros

  • Machined from bar stock for added strength and a solid feel
  • Long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations improves traction
  • Contoured design supports easy, reliable, positive operation
  • .200-inch diameter pin is designed for secure lockup and smooth operation
  • Modified engagement surfaces are optimized for magazine follower and slide notch contact
  • Rear face is angled to help keep the stop positively in place under recoil

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • This is a slide stop component, so it is intended for 1911 pistols chambered in .38/9 and should be matched carefully to the correct platform and configuration.
  • The long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations improves purchase, but it also adds a more pronounced control surface that may feel different from a traditional slide stop.
  • The stainless steel version uses a matte bead blast finish, which is functional and subdued rather than highly polished or decorative.
  • The product description emphasizes modified engagement surfaces and positive lockup, but final fit and operation can still depend on the specific pistol and magazine setup.

Suggested Comparisons

  • 1911 slide stops
  • 1911 pistol small parts
  • 1911 magazine followers
  • 1911 pistol upgrade components

Suggested Accessories

  • 1911 magazine
  • 1911 pistol cleaning kit
  • Gun oil
  • Pistol parts organizer

Frequently Asked Questions

What pistol is this slide stop made for?

It is a 1911 slide stop in .38/9 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 features are intended to improve handling?

The description says it has a long, wide finger pad with aggressive serrations for traction, and it is contoured for easy, reliable, positive operation.

Does the product description mention any dimensional details?

Yes. The specs list a .200" diameter pin, and the pad is listed as .750" long and .200" wide.

What does the description say about how it stays in place during use?

It says the rear face is angled so the detent plunger keeps it positively in place under recoil until the magazine is empty.