Currently, I am working as hard as I can to create 1911s/2011s of the highest quality that I can produce.  Once I have finished the builds, they will become available.  I moved to this model for a couple of reasons.  First, this has enabled me to produce a higher quality product.  That includes both function and aesthetics.  While also costing the end user less money.  Second, it has made building guns much more enjoyable again, which also directly influences the quality, IMO.

Check out my "available builds" tab to see what I have currently finished up.

If you are interested in being notified when I finish a build, you can send me an email, and I will add you to the list.  If you want to include a general idea of what you're interested in, ie: a 1911 Commander in 9mm.  Then that can be helpful for me to know if there is a large demand for a particular style.  

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The absolute best way to get ahold of me is email.  You can reach me at reidpistolsmithing@gmail.com.

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1911 RYO - Build Class

I anticipate being able to host another RYO build class in the Spring of 2026.

It is a 6 day class, in my shop.  Building a 5" 1911 in 45 ACP.