Colt 1911 A1 Blank Gun | Gun Restoration
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First things first: iam not a fan of real guns, but restoring a blank gun was a really interesting project for me.
I got this gun from a friend, it was laying in his barn for several years. He told me that its an Colt blank gun, made in germany.
I started the restoration of this gun by making it work again with WD40. The gun slide was stuck. After getting all mechanical parts moving again, I was able to disassemble the gun. All of the parts were looking good, but pitting did its job on this zinc die-cast gun.
After sandblasting the slide, i did some sanding work on it. Reblasting with glassbeads was the perfection preparation for the cold bluing bath. I used the Tifoo cold bluing bath, since its made for zinc.
The cold bluing turned out great, so i moved on with the other zinc parts. All of the small steel parts were cleaned in a ultra sonic cleaner with citric acid cleaner. This was pretty effective.
Before disassembling, i reengraved the lettering on the gun slide with my 5mW laser. This turned out pretty nice. The final test shows, that this gun is working perfectly fine again. The final test was done on my private property.
Brand/Model: Its a zinc die-cast Colt Government 1911 A1 9mm PAK (yup, the real 1911 has a different caliber..!), made in germany. Its a blank pistol (Schreckschuss-, Gaswaffe).
Logos: I didnt use the original font while engraving. I didnt engrave the 'Colt' Logo, because Iam not allowed to recreate the Logo.
The 'PTB' sign is the 'Beschusszeichen', a sign which says that this gun is allowed in germany.
I hope you have fun with the video! If you have any questions on the used tools, materials or the processes, write it in the comment section - i´ll try to answer as soon as possible!
If you want to support my channel hit the like, leave a comment, subscribe and share my work. It helps a lot! :-)
Thanks for watching!
Colt 1911 A1 Blank Gun | Gun Restoration - บันเทิง
For anyone wondering "What is a Blank Gun?"
It is basically the type of gun mainly used in movies. It looks, feels, and fires like a gun. But nothing comes out of the barrel except for some gas. (Though not every blank gun releases the gas from the barrel.)
Essentially, its a functioning prop.
So when he's shooting. Nothing comes out.
That said.
Man this was a real joy to watch you restore it and bring it back so beautifully! And after the blueing and oil, it truly looks wonderful.
The laser is a nice touch, and it works really well on wood apparently. That's pretty cool, and hope you'll use it more in other projects as well.
Hey man! Thank you so much for your explanation, youre totally right! And iam glad you enjoyed! :-)
And the added bonus of you still have to clean it. Lol
I've been in a stage production where there was a blank gun. This was back in the 1974 in middle school.
Mainly used in movies ? Really ? What Alec Badwin think of it ? I guess he'd feel better now if he really had a blank gun !
@@laurentdevaux5617 Mistakes can still happen, and Alec Baldwin wasn't the first one who had such an accident happen to them. The gun he was using was a live one. Not a blank one like what Mister Patina here showed. It wasn't supposed to be loaded, and someone didn't check the gun prior.
That's also a whole different discussion entirely, to be honest.
That warning in the beginning is so non-American it made me crack up.
Unfortunately its neccessary in germany..
@@misterpatina yeah, that's what I figured. Better safe than sorry.
Right we can unfortunately immediately tell that's not a real gun especially upon disassembly
There's something so satisfying about watching sandblasting...
Its magic! :-)
So refreshing to see a ‘firearm’ restoration on a gun that isn’t real and have the video producer be upfront and honest about what they are doing! And it came out beautifully as well! Nicely done mate
Why?
@@BenB8290 Because many do not. They would put up a video like this and pretend it was a real 1911 the whole time. Or even take a functioning item and artificially age it, just to do a restoration video.
The title leads you on, but at least this guy states the reality up front.
It’s 4:34 in the morning and im still going to watch this cause why not ur good at restoring
11 hours later. Time checks out.
i started wathcing at 4:34 in the morning too 😳
It’s 4:50 am in the morning and I’m watching it 😂😂
What time did you sleep to
4:24am for me watching this. he he, nice. I wholeheartedly agree.
Learned something new. I had No idea that Cold Blue would work on Zinc, I thought it was Ferrous only.
It works, but please take note that this wasnt a quick cold blue, it was a bath. And I also added a cup of water, so it takes longer to get black, but is way more better.
Very cool restoration on a old Movie Prop Blank gun!!
Thanks!
As a huge fan of the 1911, it is very satisfying to see you restoring this beautiful item.
Thanks, iam glad you like it!
Ha! That's not a 1911. Not sure what it is but I am 100% sure it ain't a 1911. The number of inaccuracies in the parts is a dead giveaway.
@@deakdeagen938, It's a movie prop numbnuts.
@@clydebalcom3679 Then call it that, Simp. Otherwise, you appear to not be much of a fan of the iconic 1911 platform...
@@deakdeagen938 Its a licensed Blank gun replica
That bang-bang is Positively Patinated! ✔️
Haha, thanks!
I love the Laser
So many thoughts on this one. I'm impressed how nice and dark the tifoo bluing works.
Second the sandblasting part itself was satisfying but finishing it with the peel off was just perfect.
I also really liked the Mister Patina wood parts on the handle.
So overall a fantastic job with a perfectly edited video.
Well done my friend!
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A blank shooter?
As I was watching this video I was wondering why did it look so strange?
And as you loaded it, I wondered why did the bullets look strange?
So it’s a gun that fires blanks.
Real or not you did a great job making it look new again…
Great video
Thanks Robert, iam glad you enjoyed!
Yeah, 1911 is definitely not a blowback operated pistol. It is a single-action recoil operated pistol.
This must be for European market since Europe is big on blank (gas) guns because of their laws.
@@VGYugo
And Airsoft
That laser machine is cool
I'll bet I have 30 assorted diecast that were gifted to me over the past 40 years, this is going to bring a few back to life. Many thanks.
Two words: Great work.
Thank you! :-)
This looks like a really neat training tool for getting someone used to working and firing a handgun with no live ammo around. Safer for first time shooters I would expect.
I really enjoy your excellent work, and this one brought back some good memories. during the late 70's early 80's my father was a member of the Kansas Air National Guard pistol team, and after a match or practice session he would bring his 1911 home to service it. I can remember many a Saturday afternoon or Sunday evening at our dining room table helping him break down, clean & inspect, and reassemble it. while there are several differences between his and yours, I found myself going "oh yeah, I remember that" numerous times. thank you for a great video and a short trip down memory lane :)
Hey Pete, thank you so much for this story. Always nice to hear that my videos give you guys some memories..! Thanks! :-)
Congratulations on your work. A restoration by art for a weapon that has made history
Wow that was cool! Next do an abandonen t-92 battletank
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That's the slowest gun disassembly assembly stuff i have ever seen ! Anyway liked it
So much fun and history when restoring old weapons.
Thanks Buddy, iam glad you enjoyed!
As a bonafide gun nerd, I approve this video 🎉
Very nice job Mister Patina, love your new laser can’t wait to see more projects with it! Cheers 🍻
Thanks buddy! Its pretty cool :-)
Yeeeessss another 1! And it’s a gun!
Another great project! I really like the unfinished wood grips, they go well with the all black look. That laser is awesome too!
Thanks J, iam glad you enjoyed 🙂
Another great job, ya do good work refurbishing these old guns, thanks for all the videos.
Thank you for giving this bad boy another chance to live. Such a wonderful work.
Thanks a lot Billy!
Love all the little details. As always, a wonderful job!
Thanks a lot bro!
Pistola similar a una 1911 - pero no es una auténtica 1911.
Bueno trabajo de restauración.
Saludos
Gracias!
Was sceptical about the video, but was very glad to see you inserted the explanation first 👍
Thanks! 🙂
Lol, you're a monster. Teasing us with that Dremel for the engraving was heartbreaking for a second.
Haha, i can imagine the faces...:-D
That was great, I loved how the bluing turned out. Video framing and editing was first-rate.
Thanks man! Iam glad you enjoyed!
I’m always memorized by your abilities! Thanks for another amazing video!
Thanks myke! :-)
its designed so perfect for movies that it looks more realistic when you shoot it in slow motion LOL
Glad to see some new content from you and I also see you have some new toys and tricks up the old patented Patina sleeve. Beautiful work my friend! 💪💪💪👏👏
Your making the best of life. Cheers
Thanks Philip!
Just a note, might want to be careful with that laser engraver around your cameras. Even the reflected light is strong enough that it can damage the image sensor. Suggest putting laser protection in front of the lens as well as your eyes. That's all, great restoration. Wouldn't have thought they made these from cast zinc.
Thank you so much Justyn! I always appreciate some tips 🙂❤️
I really like guns.And even though this is a blank firing gun.It’s still really cool!
Thanks Austin!
Excellent job Mr. Patina 👏👏👏!!! Great result!!! Thank you very much. 😎
Thanks John!
I didn’t know colt made blanks. Very cool
Thanks Kenneth!
Colt doesn't make blanks.
Beautiful!
Really nice job. I would like to see more gun restorations
Looks good enough to rob a bank with!
Very beautiful restoration! Cold blueing is super cool!
Thanks! 🙂
Just super. The recovery is fire.
Thank you, it was nice and interesting to watch. Good luck!
Sa susunod na video ay Lamp Restoration sa taong 1970's!!! Salamat!!!
I liked every bit of it! Sandblasting is soo satisfying to watch. Really nice job with the laser ingravings, looks slick!
Thanks a lot my friend!
The firing pin become brand new
أحسنت صنعا ، لقد استمتعت وانا اشاهد هذا المشروع ،، خصوصا أنني امتلك قطعة مثل هذه ولكنها STAR MODEL B
I enjoyed watching a craftsmanship i was glued to my cell phone thank's
Haha, thanks Stephen!
I don't even like 1911s and that's such a cool resto, wonderful video, thank you for making and sharing it!
Thanks!
W 40 lo mejor ,limpia y lubrica !!!!
Beautiful restoration mister Patina good job well done
Thanks Vince!
Just BEAUTIFUL!
Thanks a lot!
Ahh how i love a new Mr. Patina video with my morning ☕.
Haha, i wish you a nice day!
@@misterpatina thank you sir and you as well! Day is starting off well thanks to you.
When I visited my Uncle in South Africa in the early nineties, pre end of Apartheide he owned one of these (original 1911 colt) and taught me how to fire and strip one for cleaning. Still grimace when watching movies of actors turning gun on side. The recoil of this beast with a fully weighted round was amazing. A fantastic 'short'. Sadly wasn't allowed to go anywhere on my own whilst I was there without carrying it, such were the troubles. Happily I never needed it. Great video.
Irado!!!!
Parabéns.
Aaaah! It finally came to me. That's where you disappeared to. You have become a dad! 💥Congratulations from the bottom of my heart, bro! Health to you, happiness and peaceful sky! 👏👏👏🍺🍺🍺
Haha, thank you so much! Greets from the whole family! 🙂
@@misterpatina 👪 yoo-hoo!!! come on, come on 🍼🍼🍼😉
Another great job. Enjoyable to watch👍
Thanks! :-)
Very interesting that you have to say all those at the beginning.
Yeah, germany wants me to do so ^^
Great video. What a transformation!
Thanks Mikhail!
Another wonderful restoration.
Thanks!
That was awesome restoration ! so pleasing to watch :) And the effect at the end was just great :)
Thanks! Iam glad you enjoyed!
"Do you see this shocked looking guy too?"
Literally my first thought when it appeared in the shot.
Haha! I knew someone will see him! 😄
I've been desperately waiting for a new video!! You have made my day! Thank you amazing ad always!
Hey Daniel, youre welcome! :-)
Incredible restoration.
Thanks John!
Very nice job, mister! Congrats!
Thanks Gian!
Wow. Beautiful done.
Thanks Chevy!
Very nice job, Mr.! That's beautiful! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks Gian!
這把點45是軍中的回憶 我要了
Nice. Who else was waiting for the test firinig?
Thanks!
beautiful work Mr Patina I did notice a small missing part the " Slide Stop Plunger" which would go in before the spring and Safety Lock Plunger.
Hey Mike, I just didn’t film some parts, because they were pretty tricky to dis-/reassemble. I can guarantee, I wouldn’t have shot this gun without being 100% sure everything is at the right place 🙂
Absolutely great restoration
Thank you so much! :-)
Excellent job. Love the engraver
Thanks!
Excelent work !!!!!
Fascinating video. Good job man!
Thanks :-)
Ah it all makes sense when I saw the cartridges... because that is the oddest Colt I ever seen and never seen a Colt 1911 with an external extractor.
Also, 1911 is definitely not a blowback operated pistol. It is a single-action recoil operated pistol.
Outstanding Job!!!
Thanks 🙂
Damn! Beautiful.
that dinosaur prank almost gave a heart attack x)
Haha, I knew it! 😄
Currently watching at 2 40 a.m.
Haha, thanks!
Only complaints about this video is
(AWESOME VIDEO)
Couldn’t make it 11 seconds longer 🥹
😄😄😄
The laser etching was a very nice touch.
Thanks nick!
Looks great bro. Good tribute to an American icon.
Thanks!
Amazing proyect. Love the video.
Thanks man!
Wow, that laser engraver is a sweet tool! 🤩 Beautiful work as always!
Thanks my friend 🙂
Awesome job, and you actually fired it, very nice 👍
Thanks!
Respect !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Din partea Republicii Moldova vreau să spun că apreciez foarte mult lucrările de restaurație. Sunt "Man in mask", și urmăresc toate aceste video.
Deși nu sunt amator de pistolet, totuși întreg acest proces este foarte captivant.
Republica Moldova are foarte multe lucruri vechi din perioada sovietică.
Am și eu o capcană de guzgani.
Aș avea plăcere să văd cum această capcană este restaurată.
Mister P, I love what you do.
Keep this up!
Thanks for your support! I will!
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Perfect 👍🏼 I enjoyed
Old but Gold, M1911
Welldone 🤙
Thanks Obeserver!
@@misterpatina my pleasure ✌😉
What nice job dude I like the engraving machine
Thanks Joe!
Fantastic restoration of the hand gun
Thanks Tom!
A wonderful restoration, I hope you have an opportunity to restore an actual firearm...when I saw it, I thought it was too far gone for a full restoration, but you did it! It must be very gratifying & rewarding to be able to make things new again...good job! Thanks! Subbed...
Thanks Edgar, iam glad you enjoyed!
If you would like to see the restoration of an AR-15 destroyed in a house fire, look up the channel "School of the American Rifle". A lot of interesting stuff to watch, but the actual reassembly you would have to pay a fee to watch on his website as TH-cam _DOES NOT_ allow the assembly of real firearms on their platform.
Perfect you the best congratulations
Thanks Luiz!
Ah, I have to admit, another good job.
Thanks!
Ottimo restauro maestro, complimenti 👍 👍 👍
Gracie Manuel!
Colt 1911 Made in by Mister Patina 🤣. Well done bro.
Thanks Connector!
Great job!!!!
Thanks!