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That is a neat way that I have NOT seen before. Doing that on my pistol pops the slide stop out on the left side just a little. I think I can get it out from there. Thx for the tip.

Has anyone used this device? https://www.10-8performance.com/armorer-block-1911-2011/?mc_cid=b6944b8b3b&mc_eid=2200df427e I have a Prodigy 5" Comp for almost a year now. First 1911/2011 I have owned. I do have some issues with taking the slide stop out (mostly due to my index fingers having...

Article by Ayoob about inserting a slide stop The Infamous Idiot Scratch On many a used 1911 pistol you will find a semi-circular scratch on the left side of the frame just beneath the rear of the slide stop. Where does it come from? Well … A close-up shows the common “idiot scratch” on the...

Just dialed it left 3 clicks and will check again when next at the range.

Looks like a soLooks somewhat setup like mine. I have an OLight light on mine. Looks to be like a nice thumb rest on the EGW slide lock. Best pistol I have shot. My Prodigy is the COMP version.

Does have over a 1000 rounds through it. This slide lock has been tight from the get go. My index fingers are not the best either for pulling the slide back and removing the slide lock. I have some arthritis going on for both of those fingers.

I had to look up MIM. I guess the EGW part "should" be better then.

I did ask EGW if that slide lock was suitable for the Prodigy (even though it sure seemed to state that on the website). Their reply was "Thank you for contacting us. Our slide stop is machined from solid (stronger than factory), it has a longer pin on it so it can be removed with easy, and has...

I just ordered the EGW slide lock. I'll see how that goes. Thx for everyone's help.

This is the one I was looking at: https://egwguns.com/hd-block-slide-stop-200-pin-9mm-38-40-carbon-steel-blued-1

Has anyone here used the Evolution Gun Works slide lock?

Thx for your advice.

Thx. I know what the small semi circular slot for removing and installing the pin. Next time, I will try the oil on it.

Yep, tried slightly oiling the safety spring loaded plunger (that the slide lock pushes in). I did NOT put a small amount of oil on the slide lock rod (that is what you meant right?). Magazine was out and the guide rod was NOT fully tightened (a couple of revolutions loose)

I have been shooting for a number of years (30+) but not a consistent regular shooter. I have the Prodigy 5" Comp. This is the first 1911/2011 that I have owned. I have had an issue getting the slide lock out since new. But, today, after shooting yesterday I had an awful time getting the slide...