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Philippines  Old 7th July 2004, 12:14
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Gold Cup / NM Special Sear
Colt Gold Cup / NM has a special sear which is distinct from the rest? (See link for proper ID - [http://www.m1911.org/full_technic.htm]).

Will it give a significant difference compared to other sear? Would anyone know if this special sear is for sale, where and how much?
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The "special sear" on a Gold Cup is an effort to permit a lighter trigger pull with the standard weight hammer and trigger. It contains a spring and lever that will assist in the engagement of the sear with the hammer sears. You must remember that the Gold Cup trigger is wider than the normal, and has been made in both steel and aluminum. The extra width is extra weight, so they have reduced that by removing weight in the form of holes. In the past 20 years, with the efforts to lighten trigger pulls for IPSC, etc competition, the 'smiths have focused their efforts on lightening the regular triggers to an extreme, eliminating the need for the special sear. There are a number of shooters using trigger pulls in the neighborhood of 1 1/2# pull for competition. A far cry from the 3 1/2# required for bullseye, for which the Gold Cup was designed. It is not necessary in today's technology.

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Very well said Dave.........
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Thanks, but how about purchasing one? WOuld anyone know who, where, and how much?
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I've not seen one aftermarket, may have to call Colt.
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I got into the site of Colt, I think I have to browse thorough it. I think I saw something there that will help...

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Call Colt direct, I did when I needed a replacement ejector for an Enhanced GM. I got great results from doing it.
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I guess I have to do just that, no link where I can order via e-mail.

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You haven't had fun, if you haven't tried to reassemble a Series 80 Gold Cup; trying to get all the levers, pins, springs, etc. into the frame, in proper orientation, is just pure gun maintenance pleasure . . .
I'd get a lightweight trigger, and standard sear, and leave the special sear, depressor and spring in the parts box.
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