Richard Fletcher is someone you might not have heard about before, but you’ll be hearing more now. He runs a one-man shop, specializing in 1911s, Hi-Powers and S&W revolvers. As he says, by limiting himself to those three he has become intimately familiar with their individual foibles — and knows how to make them even better. Our sublimely modest-looking custom gun offered is his concept of a “best quality” concealed carry gun, having an Officer’s ACP frame and a Commander slide. A solid concept, masterfully executed by Richard. Richard used a Caspian frame and slide (solid reliability there), Ahrends Grips and a wide-selection of only the best custom parts — hand fitted — supplied by our old friends at Brownells. Truly a marvelous blend of craftsmanship and quality components!

From the Kart match .45 ACP barrel, GunKote finish, Smith & Alexander mag guide, Novak Tritium sights and EGW barrel bushing/sear to the Wilson 7-round Officer’s mag and Wolff springs (and more!) this is a compelling package.

Old friend Jessica Hall from Hallmark Cutlery was gracious enough to supply this stout UZI Heavy Duty Tactical Fixed Blade cutter. It’s got a black finish on the 6.75" 8Cr14 stainless blade, micarta scales on a full tang, a wire breaking notch and a nylon belt sheath. And at 12.25" long is a real bruiser!
The First Strike Gunleather offers their Thunder Model, a hand-made, strong-side scabbard, perfect for concealed carry or range work. Made of premium vegetable-tanned cowhide, it’s hand-boned, burnished, then finished with a proprietary sealant. It’s their first time in Handgunner so we welcome them!

Custom Features:

• 30 lpi hand cut checkering
• 404.25 pound trigger
• Ransom Rest tested at 25 yards
• Corner slide chamfers
• Flush cut slide stop
• De-horning by abrasive paper to retain lines
• Mag guide hand contoured
• Greider match trigger

Total Value $ 3,000

Entries must be received before JUNE 30, 2010.

Limit 1 entry per household. This contest is open to individuals who are residents of the United States and its territories only. Agents and employees of Publishers Development Corporation and their families are excluded from entering. Contest void where prohibited or restricted by law. Winners must meet all local laws and regulations. Taxes and compliance with firearms regulations will be the responsibility of the winners. Winners will be notified by CERTIFIED MAIL on official letterhead. ATTENTION DEPLOYED MILITARY: USE STATESIDE ADDRESS! No purchase necessary to enter.