Does anyone know a good gunsmith who can blue a 1911 frame and slide for my project?

[Rosenbah]

I'm working on a 1911 build and my frame and slide are raw steel. I'd prep the frame (any suggestions welcome) but think a smith with experience would do a better job bluing than my poor skill set. I'd appreciate any suggestions for a good bluing guy. Thanks guys! Great forum!

 

[Oro]

You can ship that anywhere, so no need to think about locally. This guy has had good prices and good work liked by many.

ardengun.com

If you aren't wedded to blue, but could entertain nickel or a very durable hard chroming (it is not bright), Ron Mahovsky in PA cannot be beat on the price/quality trade off:

Firearm Plating -Mahovsky's Metalife

Mahovsky's Metalife offers firearm plating, with four different plating options. We can create a one of a kind personalized piece for you! Visit our website for more information.

www.mahovskysmetalife.com

 

[Rosenbah]

Excellent! Thanks so much. I agree I do not need a local guy.. But how do I ship a 1911 frame to a smith and keep the BATFE from knocking on my door?

 

[Squirt239]

Excellent! Thanks so much. I agree I do not need a local guy.. But how do I ship a 1911 frame to a smith and keep the BATFE from knocking on my door?

Ship it via UPS or FedEx. Take it to a hub, and overnight it. They may require you to have a copy of the receiving end's FFL.

 

[drillsgt]

You can ship that anywhere, so no need to think about locally. This guy has had good prices and good work liked by many.

ardengun.com

If you aren't wedded to blue, but could entertain nickel or a very durable hard chroming (it is not bright), Ron Mahovsky in PA cannot be beat on the price/quality trade off:

Firearm Plating -Mahovsky's Metalife

Mahovsky's Metalife offers firearm plating, with four different plating options. We can create a one of a kind personalized piece for you! Visit our website for more information.

www.mahovskysmetalife.com

Those are actually pretty good prices for bluing, especially if you send parts already prepped.

 

[Rosenbah]

Yes the prices are very reasonable and his work looks beautiful.

You guys are awesome!