1911 SEAR STONING FIXTURE Reviews & Ratings

1911 SEAR STONING FIXTURE

The Brownells 1911 Sear Fixture is a must have in every pistol-smith’s toolbox. The hand-held tool retains the sear and positions it so you can stone the contact surfaces at the correct angles. This allows the user to produce a precise, smooth, clean-breaking trigger free from unwanted creep. Raising or lowering the fixture’s setscrew lets you change sear angle.

Brownells recommends purchase of Medium India Stone (Brownells Part Number: 657246146), Ceramic Stone (Brownells Part Number: 080721002), and a 1911 Hammer Squaring File (Brownells Part Number: 080752000) with this product.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Fixture Includes:
- 1911 Sear Fixture
- 6-32 Set Screw
- 0.020" Thick Stainless Steel Shim
- Instructions
Length: 3-1/4"
Width: 3/4" Square
Channel Depth: 0.42"

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Reviews Summary

The 1911 Sear Stoning Fixture has proven effective for many users, delivering smooth trigger pulls once mastered. However, common complaints involve vague instructions, lack of a sear pin, and difficulty in setup, making it frustrating for some. Despite the challenges, its value and results appeal to those with mechanical skill, especially at its price.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Instructions and Setup

60%

Many users express frustration with the vague and lacking instructions provided with the fixture, making it difficult to set up properly. Instructions often fail to provide the necessary detail that could ease the learning curve for new users, leading to mixed experiences especially among novices.

Effectiveness and Results

65%

Reviewers who successfully navigated the setup frequently praise the tool for its effectiveness, achieving satisfactory trigger pulls and improvements in their 1911 guns. For those who followed the instructions closely, the tool delivered results that exceeded their expectations.

Value for Money

70%

A recurring theme is the excellent value this sear jig offers, especially given its lower price compared to competitors. Many users comment that it accomplishes the job well, which makes it a worthwhile investment for both hobbyists and professionals on a budget.

Lack of Sear Pin

55%

Numerous reviewers mention the absence of a sear pin, which they believe should have been included with the tool. This omission poses a minor inconvenience, as users must source a compatible pin from their own equipment or purchase one separately.

Ease of Use

50%

While some users found the tool manageable after some practice, others deemed it difficult to use, particularly dealing with the setup and positioning of the sear. Those with mechanical abilities generally had an easier time compared to novices who struggled significantly.

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Very Disappointed

I found the fixture difficult to use and the instructions were extremely lacking. I wish I had gotten the other jig.

One of the few bad apples I've found...

I ordered this tool because I had a customer needing a new sear installed - and at the time unfortunately, I was on a very tight budget.. I was stuck between this tool and the Ed Brown version - but had previously outstanding experiences using products the Brownell's puts their name on... The instructions included with tool are... well, "Vague" is a gross understatement! After sticking a sear in it from every conceivable angle, you'll eventually figure out how to obtain the proper stoning surface... Also, the set screw, supposed to be factory set at .074", is NOT set... Good luck trying to properly set this, I just happened to have a .075" feeler gauge that I managed to fit in there and set and lock the screw. Also, this tool doesn't have a setting for stoning the relief angle, it tells you to do it by hand and eyeball. I promptly acquired a Marvell 1911 sear fitting jig, which has slots for both angles, and works wonderfully. This is the first Brownell's brand product that I have purchased (and I have bought a LOT) that wasn't worth keeping.

Broken Back can shoot

This was very hard to set up from the set screw adjustment. To holding the sear in place when stoningg it. I should of just ordered the Ed Brown. It is difficult to use. They did not take the time to set the adjutmant screw