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showpro
7th October 2006, 02:58
Colt's site doesn't seem to have the weights for the carbon vs. stainless series 70 repros.

Anyone know the weight spec on these 2 versions?
Rio Vista Slim
7th October 2006, 11:16
Colt's site doesn't seem to have the weights for the carbon vs. stainless series 70 repros.

Anyone know the weight spec on these 2 versions?
showpro,
That's an interesting question, considering that my perception of the weight difference between the two, has been that the stainless is ever-so-slightly heavier. That opinion is TOTALLY subjective!

Why not give one of the girls at Colt a call, and see what they have to say.
1-800-962-2658
showpro
7th October 2006, 13:16
I'll give that a try.

Generally, I'd expect the stainless to be about 3 oz. heavier, which would be, what, 7 or 8% heavier?
pa_guns
7th October 2006, 20:08
Hi

If the weight is a significant issue I would not trust the web site data. I have seen way to many cases where that kind of stuff has been off.

Bob
clughog
11th October 2006, 18:24
My favorite source for stats on all kinds of guns (although I can't guarantee the accuracy) is New Guns Network
http://www.newguns.net/ .

According to it, the Colt Series 70 reproductions both weigh 36 oz whether it's stainless or carbon.
http://www.internetguncatalog.com/customerpages/details.asp?ItemNum=36102&CustNum=95652
http://www.internetguncatalog.com/customerpages/details.asp?ItemNum=36108&CustNum=95652

Speaking of Series 70 Reproductions, that's what my Avatar is--a blue Model O1970A1CS.
dakota1911
12th October 2006, 21:52
Yes, it is pretty much the same between carbon and SS. If weight is an issue then maybe try a Colt Commander LW or Defender.
gc70
13th October 2006, 01:31
Interesting...

The stainless Series 70 is listed as 36 oz. while the stainless 1991 and stainless XSE are listed as 38 oz.
http://www.internetguncatalog.com/customerpages/details.asp?ItemNum=36420&CustNum=95652
http://www.internetguncatalog.com/customerpages/details.asp?ItemNum=36067&CustNum=95652
clughog
13th October 2006, 08:37
Interesting...

The stainless Series 70 is listed as 36 oz. while the stainless 1991 and stainless XSE are listed as 38 oz.

That is interesting...maybe it's all those extra Series 80 parts on the XSE!