1911 45 ACP SUPPRESSOR READY THREADED BARRELS Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
Overall, the Ed Brown 1911 threaded barrel garners generally positive reviews for its quality and performance, with many customers appreciating the craftsmanship and fit after minor adjustments. However, numerous reviewers highlight that the barrel is not a true 'drop-in' option, often necessitating gunsmith fitting, which can add to costs and raise frustration for those expecting seamless installation.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
65%
Many reviewers commend the overall quality and craftsmanship of the Ed Brown barrel, noting its solid build, smooth rifling, and overall aesthetics. Customers appreciate the attention to detail in the threading and accompanying components like the bushing. This theme resonates strongly, with approximately 65% mentioning product quality positively.
Installation Challenges
75%
A significant number of reviews stress that the barrel often does not fit without modification, with many stating that it requires considerable fitting or professional gunsmith assistance, contradicting the 'drop-in' claim. This challenge was noted in almost 75% of the reviews illustrating the varying degrees of compatibility across different 1911 models.
Customer Experience
40%
While many reviewers expressed satisfaction with their purchase, some noted mixed experiences with customer service, especially concerning installation guidance. Some felt that they received inadequate help from support staff. Approximately 40% of customers shared sentiments regarding customer service interactions.
Compatibility Issues
50%
Several reviews depict compatibility issues with specific 1911 models, particularly when used with certain suppressors. Customers found that thread compatibility and fitting issues were common challenges faced when pairing the barrel with their pistols. About 50% reported such concerns, pointing to a lack of universal fitment despite the barrel's promises.
Value for Money
45%
Although reviewers appreciate the quality for the price, many express dissatisfaction about the additional costs incurred from needing gunsmith fitting. Some feel the expectancy of a drop-in barrel does not justify the price, leading to a mixed sentiment about value for money among about 45% of reviewers.
threaded pistol barrel
fit well need minor fitting . works well.
Nice but not a drop in
The barrel is described as a drop in replacement 1911 barrel. Not so. I tried it in 4 different 1911’s, all from different manufacturers. Not one would go into battery with this barrel. I expected better from Ed Brown. When I called Brownells I felt like the tech was thinking, Here’s another dummy that doesn’t know what he’s doing. Still a good barrel, but understand that you’re going to have to spend more money a gunsmith after you buy it.
Colt Rail Gun
This barrel doesnt not fit a Colt 1911 Rail Gun. It requires a gunsmith to fit it.
Good Product. Needs fitting
The barrel will require fitting. Welcome to the world of the 1911. Just examine the barrel hood on a kimber vs colt. No such thing as a drop in 1911 barrel. In my case I was using an AAC ti-rant suppressor and a kimber classic custom. The threads of the ed brown and the threads of the piston were not completely compatible (tolerance stacking). This was almost a non issue because I emailed ed brown and sent them the barrel and piston they sent it back with recut threads in 2 days. Awesome customer service. The last thing to do was remove about 25 thousandths from the mouth of the piston any machine shop or gunsmith can do this. This all may seem like a lot of work, but in the end the barrel that is not only a tack driver it also doesn't look like a goofy add on with 3/4" of extra barrel. 1911s are not glocks. Not knocking glocks I have several with drop in threaded barrels. I am just saying 1911s are a different animal when it comes to custom kit.
Good Product. Needs fitting
The barrel will require fitting. Welcome to the world of the 1911. Just examine the barrel hood on a kimber vs colt. No such thing as a drop in 1911 barrel. In my case I was using an AAC ti-rant suppressor and a kimber classic custom. The threads of the ed brown and the threads of the piston were not completely compatible (tolerance stacking). This was almost a non issue because I emailed ed brown and sent them the barrel and piston they sent it back with recut threads in 2 days. Awesome customer service. The last thing to do was remove about 25 thousandths from the mouth of the piston any machine shop or gunsmith can do this. This all may seem like a lot of work, but in the end the barrel that is not only a tack driver it also doesn't look like a goofy add on with 3/4" of extra barrel. 1911s are not glocks. Not knocking glocks I have several with drop in threaded barrels. I am just saying 1911s are a different animal when it comes to custom kit.
