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Plunger Tube Reamer - 1911 Plunger Tube Reamer Set

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1911 Plunger

Tube reamer set for installation

Extra Long

Reamers help return the plunger

Spring Clearance

For positive operation

Includes One

.0925" reamer and one .108"

Tool Steel

Reamers measure approximately 7-1/2" long

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SKU: 080771000

Overview

This reamer set is made for 1911 pistol work when a plunger tube needs to be returned to proper inside diameter after staking. The extra-long design provides added clearance for the spring so the assembly can operate positively after installation. It includes two tool steel reamers, one .0925" and one .108", giving the user the sizes needed for the task. For gunsmiths or serious owners handling plunger tube installation and removal, it offers a focused, purpose-built solution without unnecessary extras.

Why Hunters Choose the Brownells

Returns Plunger

Tube to correct inside diameter

Extra Long

Reamers provide plenty of spring

Includes Two

Reamer sizes: .0925 inch and

Tool Steel

Construction is listed in the

Approximately 7-1/2

Inches long for working reach

Key Features

  • 1911 plunger tube reamer set for installation and removal work.
  • Extra long reamers help return the plunger tube to correct I.D. after staking.
  • Provides spring clearance for positive operation.
  • Includes one .0925" reamer and one .108" reamer.
  • Tool steel reamers measure approximately 7-1/2" long.

Best Used For

  • 1911 pistol owners correcting plunger tube I.D. after staking
  • Gunsmiths needing damage-free plunger tube removal and reinstallation
  • Users wanting extra spring clearance for positive plunger tube operation
  • Bench work on 1911 maintenance where precise reaming is required

Specifications

Includes(1) .0925 in (2.34 mm) reamer and (1) .108 in (2.74 mm) reamer
Overall LengthApproximately 7-1/2 in (17.7 cm)
Tool MaterialTool steel

Pros

  • Returns the plunger tube to correct inside diameter after staking.
  • Extra long reamers provide plenty of spring clearance for positive operation.
  • Includes two reamer sizes: .0925 inch and .108 inch.
  • Tool steel construction is listed in the product specifications.
  • Approximately 7-1/2 inches long for working reach.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for a specific 1911 plunger tube task, so it is not a general-purpose reaming set.
  • The set includes only two reamer diameters, which may limit flexibility if a different fit is needed.
  • The extra-long format helps with spring clearance, but it also makes the tools more specialized than shorter shop reamers.
  • The product is a tool set rather than a complete installation kit, so additional gunsmithing tools may still be required.

Suggested Comparisons

  • 1911 armorer tools
  • Pistol maintenance tools
  • Gunsmithing reamers
  • 1911 parts installation tools

Suggested Accessories

  • Bench vise
  • Cleaning brush
  • Gun oil
  • Shop mat

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this reamer set used for on a 1911 pistol?

It is used to return the plunger tube to the correct inside diameter after staking, and to provide spring clearance for positive operation.

What sizes are included in the set?

The set includes one .0925" (2.34mm) reamer and one .108" (2.74mm) reamer.

How long are the reamers?

The reamers are approximately 7-1/2" (17.7cm) long.

What material are the reamers made from?

The specifications list them as tool steel reamers.

Does the product description mention any performance claims beyond installation and clearance?

No. The provided description states faster, tighter installation and damage-free removal, and notes that the reamers restore correct I.D. after staking with spring clearance for positive operation.