The rebated rim and slightly shorter case size of the .50 GI allows it to fit inside the dimensions of a standard 1911. But with the price tag, I honestly just can’t afford it on my salary. I enjoy hunting and recreational shooting. Felt recoil is not unlike that of the .45 ACP. https://www.forgottenweapons.com/a-50-caliber-1911-guncrafter-industries-model-1/http://www.patreon.com/ForgottenWeaponsCool Forgotten Weapons merch! AR15 PARTS. The Model No. In one test, the 300 grain (19 g) JFP (jacketed flatpoint) gave a 25-yard group of 2.24 inches, and the 300-grain JHP (jacketed hollowpoint) and 275-grain JHP gave a 25-yard gro… Among other things, they make custom 1911 pistols chambered for the .50 GI (Guncrafter Industries) cartridge, also designed by Zimmerman. Anyway, what surged my interest in packing a 1911 again was a series of articles that appeared at AmmoLand.com by Dean Weingarten. The .50 GI™ Glock Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4 Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. M1911.50 GI Contact Guncrafter Industries at (479) 665-2466 or email them at sales@guncrafterindustries.com, if you are in the market for a custom 1911 or any other questions you may have. You could just buy G20 10mm which have more power than this .50 GI. Matt was there showcasing the owner and employees their custom 1911 chambered in .50GI. 1, a variation of the M1911. The .50 GI was introduced at the 2004 SHOT Show alongside the Guncrafter Industries Model No. 2 which … The 50 GI launches 185-gr. You can find me on Facebook for upcoming reviews, online deals, and videos. The round has a rebated rim that is the same diameter as that of the .45 ACP. The Guncrafter Industries Webhammer, Prepped and in the White, ready for install or finish! Drop-in conversion system replaces the top end of your Glock 20/21 pistol and converts it to fire the hard-hitting, yet controllable, 50 GI cartridge. L-SWC (800fps), 275gr. A conversion was also produced for the Glock 20 and Glock 21 pistols to allow a quick drop in conversion … We're on the cover! bullet at 700-725fps, which translates into a 210 power factor. If you are wanting to get a complete pistol with the Glock Conversion on it, the MSRP is coming in at $975 for Stainless and $1035 for black Melonite. The M3 can also be fitted with a model-specific version of the company's .45 ACP conversion unit. The new Model 4 is chambered for the .50 GI cartridge and was designed for extreme accuracy in the field. 3 is a Colt Commander-sized 1911 also chambered for .50 GI, with a shorter barrel but with a full-length grip. In this video we test out the Guncrafter Industries' .50 GI in both their custom 1911 and Glock conversion package. Guncrafter Industries makes conversion slides for G21 and G41 to take their 50GI cartridge. The .50 GI™ Glock Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4 Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. bullet at 875fps which delivers even more serious stopping power downrange while having felt recoil similar to a 10mm.”, Guncrafter Industries .50GI 1911 and Glock Conversion. chip mccormick custom llc (in stock) 3.5 (2) 1911 auto power plus magazine conversion kits. This allows the larger cartridge to be chambered in an existing .45 ACP firearm by simply switching the barrel, rather than a full upper replacement. The conversion slide mats perfectly to the frame just like a factory slide. Even though this .50 caliber pistol round is quite bigger than a .45ACP, it kicked just like a .45ACP 1911. The .50GI was intended primarily as a self-defense round but is still very versatile and can be loaded to higher or lower levels if desired. Check it out! This unit comes ready to install with no fitting required. The .50 GI™ Glock Conversion Unit will fit any Generation 1-4 Glock 20/21/40/41 frame. Like its bigger siblings, the M3 magazines hold 7+1 rounds of .50 GI and 8+1 rounds of .45 ACP. External dimensions of the "Model No.1" 1911 pistol itelf are the same as a standard 1911. Guncrafter Industries offers ammunition in 20rd boxes and the price is competitive, compared to other .50 caliber rounds. Also, a threaded barrel option is available. The Glock Conversion might be more obtainable for me, since my wife carries a Glock G20 G4. And, unlike most 1911 magazines, there are only two witness holes, one near the top of the tube (I suppose corresponding to "Full") and one near the bottom ("Empty"?). Also, you can follow me on Instagram. Due to the larger caliber, the cartridge operates at relatively low pressure and has a long reloading life. Mech Tech Carbine Conversion Unit with Ruger SR1911 pistol. bullets at nominal velocities of 1,200 to 700-fps. The cookie settings on this website are set to 'allow all cookies' to give you the very best experience. Overall, this 1911 pistol is amazing. 1911 and the Model No. 1911 PARTS. Please click Accept Cookies to continue to use the site. Guncrafter Industries currently makes a wide variety of hand-built, custom 1911. These conversions are hand-fitted right here at Guncrafter Industries, and come with the same great warranty and support that all of our 1911's come with. In 2006, Guncrafter Industries introduced its 1911 Model No. The accuracy of this pistol is just amazing. Made from top-of-the-line components that are hand fitted and tested to provide the most accurate and controllable 50 caliber pistol in the world. As if a .45 caliber Glock wasn't perfection enough, Guncrafter Industries (GI) decided to take the proven Glock 21 design and couple it with its .50 cal munitions into a drop-in conversion unit. kimber mfg. The idea of the cartridge is to have a larger bullet diameter without having the excessive power and recoil of a magnum type round like the .50 Action Express or .45 Winchester Magnum. The 50 GI was originally chambered in the 1911 platform, and due to design diligence allows the conversion to 45 ACP by simply changing the magazine and barrel. It was just right. The M3 can also be fitted with a model-specific version of the company's .45 ACP conversion unit. According to Guncrafter Industries website, “(.50GI) is a very strong, thick-walled cartridge, which when loaded is approximately the same OAL as a standard .45ACP round. This pistol feels great in the hand and the aluminum grip checkering felt great. The Model 2 custom 1911 has all of the same great features of the Model 1, but also includes a full length rail, full length dust cover, and a monolithic slide. With this Glock Conversion matted to a Glock 20 frame, it just feels right. Since the debut in 2004, I’m surprised that I’ve never heard about this round and this company, but man am I glad that I found it. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and receive information about the latest Products! See also. I am a NC Paramedic that just happens to be a gun enthusiast. Only Available in Carbon Steel. ADV ARMS CONVERSION KIT FOR LE19-23 G4/BAG Out of stock. From reading the specs you have the option of throwing a 185gr .50cal round at 1200fps, a 230gr .50cal at 1000fps, and a 300gr at 700fps. The round has a rebated rim that is the same diameter as that of the .45 ACP. Currently, this conversion is available in Satin Stainless or with optional black Melonite. All Rights Reserved. The Surprise Now, I was really skeptical about this round for a number of reasons to include: availability of ammo, cost of ammo, and price of the handgun. In 2006, Guncrafter I… This conversion includes the slide, .50GI barrel, recoil spring, and 9rd magazine. to 300-gr. Currently Only Available in Carbon Steel, Our Iconic Hellcat Thumb Safety, Prepped out and in the white, ready to be fitted to your pistol and sent out for finish!