Restoring Colt M1991A1 Compact (Model 09091)

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Thanks, folks!

I guess I'm overreacting on this one. I should at some point get an armorer's manual for the 1911. If I can strip and reassemble a J-Frame without destroying it, perhaps I can do the same with this.

Once you learn the basics, the 1911 is easier than the revolver. Much easier! Google Jerry Kuhnhausen for more.

I have preformed what some would consider miracles with some 4 ought steel wool and breakfree CLP. Your pistol will be just fine.

I was taught a while back to use bronze wool, so there is no rust issues with steel wool residue, and there is a newer product which I recently tried and it seems to work well also. See http://www.big45.com/

Also some time in the recent past, there was a picture of someone using a empty 45 case in place of your missing cap, but it was on a standard 45 with a bushing to hold it in place. I tried to find it but have not succeeded.