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Slide Fitting Bar Holding Fixture - 1911 Slide Fitting Bar Holding Fixture
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SKU: 080745002
Overview
Built for 1911 Auto frame-rail peening and swaging work, this fixture is intended to hold a single or double Slide Fitting Bar securely while you work. Its all-steel construction is meant to keep the bar from shifting, helping make hammer strikes on Rail Swaging Punches more controlled and accurate. It is designed for use with current production Slide Fitting Bars that have through holes, so compatibility should be checked before use. The tool is supplied in blued steel and includes two 1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
All-steel Construction
Secure, stable hold for a
Helps Keep
Bar from moving during peening
Supports Easier,
More accurate hammer strikes when
Includes Two
1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers
Current Production
Slide Fitting Bars with through
Key Features
- All-steel fixture holds a single or double Slide Fitting Bar securely in place.
- Helps when peening or swaging 1911 Auto frame rails.
- Supports more accurate hammer strikes with Rail Swaging Punches.
- Designed for use with current production Slide Fitting Bars with through holes.
- Steel construction with blued finish.
- Includes two 1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers.
Best Used For
- For gunsmiths peening or swaging 1911 Auto frame rails with a secure holding fixture
- For users working with single or double Slide Fitting Bars during rail fitting tasks
- For bench setups needing steadier positioning when striking Rail Swaging Punches
- For owners of current production Slide Fitting Bars with through holes
- For shop work where an all-steel fixture and included hardware are preferred
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Blued |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Current production Slide Fitting Bars equipped with through holes |
| Designed By | William A. Smith III of Marietta, Georgia |
| Included Hardware | Two 1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers |
| Material | Steel |
| Supports | Single or double Slide Fitting Bar |
| Use | Peening or swaging 1911 Auto frame rails |
| Width | 2.6 in (6.6 cm) |
Pros
- All-steel construction provides a secure, stable hold for a single or double Slide Fitting Bar.
- Helps keep the bar from moving during peening or swaging tasks.
- Supports easier, more accurate hammer strikes when using Rail Swaging Punches.
- Includes two 1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers for setup.
- Designed for current production Slide Fitting Bars with through holes.
- Compact 2.6-inch width keeps the fixture relatively easy to position.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires current-production Slide Fitting Bars with through holes, so it is not a universal fit for every 1911 setup.
- Designed as a holding fixture for peening or swaging frame rails, so it is a task-specific tool rather than a general-purpose bench accessory.
- The tool is steel and blued, which may be more than needed if you only perform occasional slide-fitting work.
- It is 2.6 inches wide, so workspace and clamping setup should be considered before use.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911 pistol maintenance tools
- Gunsmithing fixtures and jigs
- Handgun frame repair tools
- Pistol assembly and fitting accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Tool storage case
- Bench vise
- Punch set
- Protective gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this fixture used for?
It is used as a holding fixture when peening or swaging 1911 Auto frame rails. The description says it acts like a "third hand" and helps keep a Slide Fitting Bar in place.
Will it hold one Slide Fitting Bar or two?
It is designed to hold either a single or double Slide Fitting Bar securely in place, without movement.
Does it work with any Slide Fitting Bar?
No. It must be used with current production Slide Fitting Bars equipped with through holes.
What is included with the fixture?
The listed specs say it includes two 1/4"-28 Allen screws and washers.
What are the basic material and finish details?
The specs list it as steel with a blued finish. The fixture is 2.6" (6.6 cm) wide.