I ordered one of their magazines so now I have something to compare to. It's not perfect, it won't drop free when it's loaded, but will when it's empty (which is when you want it to). It also locks back the slide like it's supposed to (although I haven't actually shot it empty yet, so that test is still to come), but it works every time I slingshot it. Best part is, their magazines are half the price of any other Para magazines I've found, and they're Para marked, so maybe it's part of the buy out?
WaJim wrote:
As long as its a double stack the STI's will work with a little massaging...
The rest of the internals can be upgraded by using any 2011 or 1911 parts.
The only wierd part is the ejector. which, If you break it, I can machine a new one from an EGW part.
I had 2 Pro Customs....both ran on STI mags.
Only have 1 left.
Duke EB has the other.....runs it hard in IDPA. No misfeeds/malf.
BTW Remington is the new Para. Exactly the Same pistol as the old Para.
The Remington R1 is the old Para Pro Custom.
I'd never heard of STI till you mentioned it. They're quite proud of their components, but from all the reviews I've read, their pride seems justified. Their follower prices aren't horrible, so I might order a handful to replace the ones in my old magazines.
Thanks for the other suggestions, Dreadi, I'll probably call those guys about the springs when I get some time.