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1911 MACHINED EXTENDED WIDE THUMB SAFETY Reviews & Ratings

The Ed Brown Machined Wide Thumb Safety provides a large pad for quick actuation of the safety. This version is fully machined from stock for unbeatable quality and no chance of warping or porosity. The most ergonomic and attractive thumb safety on the market! Widest design 1/4" levers for "high thumb" shooting style. This allows the shooter to rest the thumb on top of the safety as Jeff Cooper and others recommend. Shaped for shooting comfort, the lever is angled slightly to keep the thumb from contacting the slide and has a double angle to fit the thumb perfectly. May be custom trimmed to any slimmer proportions with no loss of style or function. Designed for all 1911 type frames and made from high quality steel. Available in blued or stainless steel. Requires minor gunsmith fitting for safe operation and includes complete instructions.

SPECS: Fits - All 1911 type frames.

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Reviews Summary

Overall, customers are extremely satisfied with the Ed Brown Machined Extended Wide Thumb Safety. Reviewers consistently praise its quality, fit, and performance, noting that it meets their needs effectively. While some mention the need for fitting, this is expected for aftermarket parts, and many found the process straightforward.

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Reviewers highlight the excellent craftsmanship of the thumb safety, with many appreciating its robust construction and attractive bluing. The quality associated with Ed Brown parts is a common theme among satisfied customers.

Fitment and Ease of Installation

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Many users mention that while the thumb safety does require some fitting, it is straightforward and manageable for those with basic tools and knowledge. Overall, the fitting process is viewed positively, enhancing user satisfaction.

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The extended design of the thumb safety has won acclaim for providing a comfortable and functional grip, particularly for those using the Col. Jeff Cooper method. Reviewers report a significant improvement in handling their firearms.

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Ed Brown Thumb Safety

Looks great, works well.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by TONY PRICE on October 21, 2025

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Solid

Ed Brown parts are my choice for new builds. Ordered this wide thumb safety to give positive access on the 1911 with Crimson Trace Master Series Green Laser. The grips are thick. Needed some extra width on the thumb safety. The part is made with plenty of material for internal fitting.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by BOB SEABOLT on August 11, 2025

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broken 1911 thumb safety

Ed Brown part will take care of it. I can always depend on Brownells to have what I want, and get it to me quickly. My "go to" source. Thanks

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by LES ARMSTRONG on May 24, 2025

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Fitting Required

Installed this on a Taurus PT1911 45ACP. Safety did require fitting, but all after market thumb safetys do. It was not difficult, but you will need to have some knowledge of what you are doing and the right tools or you will ruin the safety.

Thumb Safety

I bought a RIA 1911 hi-cap framed pistol that just seemed to be missing something. During some dry fire practice, I realized that my thumb was looking for something to rest on. A quick look on Brownell's web site got me what I wanted. I knew beforehand that the extended thumb safety would require some fitting (YouTube confirmed that was the case with most thumb safeties.). The fitting is good with due care with common household tools. I have a happy thumb now.

Perfect !

Using the Col. Jeff Cooper method of thumb on safety,the extra width feels perfect . Beautiful bluing,too !

Good part

Thumb safety needs fitting. I wouldn't use one that didn't personally. I shaped it substantially and am happy with results. For the price and an ed Brown tool steel safety its a good value. Be advised its definitely extended. Plenty of meat to work with. No over movement up or down I like that

Perfect

I couldn't be more satisfied with this safety. I use a high grip and I can rest my thumb on this comfortably. The fitting was a snap, (took about 30 min) and it works flawlessly.