By Jerry Kuhnhausen. A detailed book which is extremely practical for every level of gunsmithing knowledge. This manual covers the 1911 from the lanyard loop to the barrel bushing. Contains useful information on inspection, part selection, part installation, trouble-shooting and function testing. Also shows tricks the pros use to turn stock 1911s into full-blown carry and race guns. Contains instructions and illustrations on assembly and disassembly, pitfalls to avoid and areas to check for the best performance. 202 Pages - Softcover. Almost every gunsmith, professional or amateur, has heard the name Jerry Kuhnhausen. For over 40 years, he's been known as one of the best gunsmiths in the United States. For the past 20 years or so, Jerry's been living in Idaho where he spends much of his time writing and publishing gunsmithing books. He has written 24 shop manuals and is an NRA life member. MidwayUSA is proud to offer the following shop manuals by Jerry Kuhnhausen - ";The Colt 45 Automatic";, ";The U.S. M1911-1911A1";, ";The Colt Single Actions Revolvers, Volumes 1 & 2";, ";The Colt Double Action Revolvers, Volumes 1 & 2";, ";The Mauser Bolt Actions: M91 Through M98";, ";The Remington M870 and M1100/M11-87 Shotguns";, ";The Ruger Single Action Revolvers";, The Ruger Double Action Revolvers";, ";The S&W Revolver";, ";The U.S. 30 Caliber Gas Operated Carbines"; and The U.S. 30 Caliber Gas Operated Service Rifles";., ISBN13: B0006EVYAU ISBN10: B0006EVYAU Material Type: paperback