I haven't shot this 1911 much but I noticed yesterday that it was tossing out shells more or less straight back and the side at the bullet end had a pretty good flat dent. Was also having an issue with the second to last round having some failure to go into battery issues. Loading 5 or 7 rounds of AE hardball 230 gr.

Any ideas?

Ejector. Replace it.

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Thanks and glad you caught this topic, Turner. I just now broke the pistol down and removed the extractor and cleaned it a bit. Reinserted it and went back out with the same dimpled GI style mag that came with the pistol. However, this time I grabbed a box of Winchester white box 230 gr. I ran 50 rounds without a hitch. The shell case is still getting a flat dent but not as consistantly. Which way should the brass fly out of a GI 1911? All my other 1911's seem to throw it to the right and slightly back.

If I get Springfield to send another extractor will it likely need adjusting or is it simply drop in? I've got so many 1911's now I may need to pick up a couple tools and shop manual. Any thoughts on specific tools (like that extractor tension vise I've seen) or manuals? I can't run to the computer for every problem!

Why get another one just like the one you've got? The problem is with the ejector. You may be able to tweak the extractor a little and help the problem. No drop-ins. It'll need to have the pin groove cut.

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You're referring to the ejector? I meant to refer to the extractor. Now I'm a bit confused. If it's the ejector, the gun will need to go to Springfield. Think I'd better call them tomorrow and see what they say.

CSG, are you aware that denting of the ejected brass is characteristic of 1911s with the original profile ejection port? That's the reason why most manufacturers now lower and flare the ejection port. It isn't done for reliability, it's done to avoid denting the brass.

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Hawk, no I wasn't but I am now, thanks! Won't make any difference on the Dillion.

I'm going to have to take my Norinco and Remington outside and see if they both cause the characteristic dent too as they have traditonal ejection ports.

....*sigh*....

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What do you mean "sigh"? I'm sorry I don't have your knowledge but maybe you could explain a bit more? Making a sarcastic remark isn't going to help me or anyone else trying to learn about a functional issue. If that's not something you wish to spend time on, fine. But please, don't be patronizing.

I certainly don't mean to put words in Tuner's mouth but I don't think he meant the *sigh* to be sarcastic or patronizing. It's just not usually his style. I would be willing to bet he will offer any advice he possibly can to help you out with your issues.