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Gm-452 Pro-Springs(TM) For Action Tuning - Gm-452 16.5lb Pro-Spring Kit For 1911 Action Tuning
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SKU: 080665452
Overview
This spring kit is intended for 1911 action tuning, giving you the replacement parts needed to refresh and adjust the Government Model and its variations. It includes a variable power recoil spring, hammer spring, extra power firing pin spring, magazine catch, Series 80 firing pin safety block spring, plunger tube springs, and a factory-style sear spring. The 16 1/2 lb. recoil spring is suited for standard factory ammo, and the kit is one of three versions offered with different recoil spring strengths. For shooters focused on a more precise tuning job, it provides a practical set of components rather than a single-spring swap.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Includes Specially
Selected replacement springs for 1911
Contains Five
Wolff coil springs plus a
Variable Power
A wider range of ammo
Hammer Spring
Is included to help lighten
Three Kits
A different recoil spring strength
Key Features
- Replacement spring kit for 1911 action tuning
- Designed for Government Model and its variations
- Includes five Wolff coil springs and a factory-style 3-leaf sear spring
- Variable power recoil spring works with a wider range of ammo than single-power springs
- Three kit options are offered, each with a different recoil spring strength
- GM-452 includes a 16 1/2 lb recoil spring for standard factory ammo
Best Used For
- 1911 owners tuning a Government Model for standard factory ammo use
- Shooters replacing multiple springs during a full 1911 action-tuning job
- Users seeking a spring kit that supports a wider range of ammunition
- Owners wanting to reduce trigger pull through spring replacement and adjustment
Specifications
| 1911 Compatibility | Government Model & its variations |
|---|---|
| Ammo Compatibility | Standard factory ammo |
| Firing Pin Safety Block Spring | Included |
| Firing Pin Spring | Extra Power Firing Pin Spring |
| Hammer Spring | Included |
| Includes | Variable Power Recoil Spring; Hammer Spring; Extra Power Firing Pin Spring; New Magazine Catch; Series 80 Firing Pin Safety Block Spring; Plunger Tube Springs; Sear Spring |
| Magazine Catch | Included |
| Number Of Kits | Three |
| Plunger Tube Springs | Included |
| Recoil Spring Strength | 16 1/2 lb. |
| Recoil Spring Strength Options | Different strength recoil spring |
| Recoil Spring Type | Variable Power Recoil Spring |
| Sear Spring Type | Factory-style, 3-leaf sear spring |
| Series 80 Compatibility | Series 80 Firing Pin Safety Block Spring |
Pros
- Includes specially selected replacement springs for 1911 action tuning
- Contains five Wolff coil springs plus a factory-style three-leaf sear spring
- Variable power recoil spring works with a wider range of ammo
- Hammer spring is included to help lighten trigger pull
- Three kits available, each with a different recoil spring strength
- Configured for Government Model and its variations
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This kit is specific to 1911 Government Model and variations, so it is not a universal spring set for other pistols.
- The 16.5 lb recoil spring is intended for standard factory ammo; shooters using different loads may need one of the other kit strengths instead.
- The description focuses on tuning and trigger-pull reduction, so installation is best suited to users who are comfortable with 1911 action work.
- The kit includes multiple small springs and parts, which is useful for a full tune-up but means only the needed components may be used in a given build.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911 spring kits for action tuning
- Recoil spring kits
- Sear spring replacement kits
- 1911 maintenance and parts kits
Suggested Accessories
- Gun cleaning kit
- Honing stone
- Gun oil
- Bench mat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the GM-452 Pro-Springs kit for 1911 action tuning?
The kit includes five Wolff coil springs plus a factory-style 3-leaf sear spring. The listed components are a variable power recoil spring, hammer spring, extra power firing pin spring, new magazine catch, Series 80 firing pin safety block spring, plunger tube springs, and the sear spring.
What does the 16.5 lb recoil spring version mean?
This GM-452 kit is the 16 1/2 lb. recoil spring version, described as being for standard factory ammo.
Is this kit intended for all 1911 pistols?
The description says it is for tuning the Government Model and its variations. It does not provide a more specific compatibility list.
What is the main purpose of this spring kit?
According to the description, it is meant to replace the springs for precise tuning of the 1911 action, improve functioning, and reduce trigger pull as part of a top-quality 1911 tuning job.
Does the product specify any performance results beyond tuning and trigger pull reduction?
No. The source data states that it is designed to improve functioning and reduce trigger pull, but it does not provide detailed performance claims or field results.