Which Barrel Should I choose between these

[Bearbuck]

Im looking for a 1911 5 inch barrel to have as a backup. I have found one made by Iver Johnson. And another one just saids Mil-Spec. Can someone tell me which would be the best one to get? Thank you much.

Bearbuck

[DVMCLD]

You could buy one through Brownells. Depending on which manufacturer it may need to be fit by a gunsmith. Not to be nosey but why would you want a spare barrel ? Unless you are upgradeing (match grade barrel & bushing) I can't see a need for a spare. Don't take it wrong, it is just my opinion. 1911 barrels last a long time and unless you shoot many thousands of rounds you won't wear it out.

When I was stationed at Bragg my assistant gunner carried a spare barrel for my M60. But never carried a spare barrel for a 1911.

[Bearbuck]

Im wanting the spare barrel for tinkering purposes. Something to try to learn on with blueing and such. Don't want to mess up my stock barrel from Springfield.

[pa_guns]

Hi

You can pick up Springfield take off barrels for $40 or so. You can buy brand new RIA barrels for $35 last time I checked. I would not bother with anything cheaper ....

Bob

[DVMCLD]

Im wanting the spare barrel for tinkering purposes. Something to try to learn on with blueing and such. Don't want to mess up my stock barrel from Springfield.

Ah, ok. Like I said don't take my post personal. It's just something I never heard someone wanting for their 1911 unless upgradeing. Good luck on the blueing. I tried it a about 20 years ago on an old shotgun I had. Needless to say I wasn't very happy with my final results. :o

[pa_guns]

Hi

Carbon steel knife blades are good for practicing bluing on. Cheap if you get them at garage sales. :D

Bob