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Unread 05-04-2016, 06:16 PM   #13
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Many 1911 clones are available new for under $600 at many shops or on line.

Essex frames are functional, but problematic if building for the first time- GI parts don't always fit quite right.

They were the "cheapest" frames back in the 60's-70s.
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