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RECOIL SPRING KIT, Flat Wire, .45 ACP, 4" COMPACT/PROFESSIONAL, 22LB

Wilson Combat
SKU:
651
$51.95
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Wilson Combat

Upgrade your .45 caliber compact pistol with the Wilson Combat Bullet Proof® compact flat wire spring kit! This kit features a hardened stainless steel full-length recoil guide rod, and an incredibly durable chrome silicon 22-pound flat wire spring that far exceeds conventional compact recoil springs in longevity and performance. 

Upgrade your compact handgun with the superior Wilson Combat Bullet Proof® compact spring kit! This set includes a stainless steel full-length recoil guide rod and an extremely reliable chrome silicon 22-pound flat wire spring that lasts much longer than regular compact recoil springs. With this kit, you can guarantee better performance for your pistol every time you pull the trigger!The innovative flat wire design permits for a longer free length with more coils while preserving tension better than round wire springs - plus you save time as the guide rod is already prepped to fit compact barrel lugs and link.

The Bullet Proof® compact spring kit is rigorously tested and requires no changes to install. Its .250” diameter rod can be conveniently reconnected in a mere matter of minutes—that's right, all you need are your hands! Both at-home or field applications make it an easy solution for any problem you may have.

Recommended Use: Compact / Professional Size 4" .45 ACP shooting +P JHP self-defense ammunition with a power factor of 180,000 to 200,000 (Velocity x Bullet Weight = Power Factor)

  • Caliber: .45 ACP
  • Fits: 4" Compact/Professional
  • Spring Type: Flat Wire
  • Spring Weight: 22lb
  • Service Life: 40,000
  • Improves cycling and overall operation
  • Improved recoil spring life
  • .250" rod diameter
  • Guide rod head is clearanced for compact barrel lugs and link
  • Does not fit Colt or Springfield Armory 1911 handguns

Compatible with the following handguns:

  • Wilson Combat 4" Compact (.45 ACP):  Tactical Supergrade Compact, Ultralight Carry Compact, CQB Compact, CQB Light-Rail Lightweight Compact, Bill Wilson Carry Pistol, KZ-45 Compact
  • Wilson Combat 4" Professional (.45 ACP):  Tactical Supergrade Professional, CQB Light-Rail Lightweight Professional, Professional, Professional Lightweight
  • Kimber 4" Compact (.45 ACP):  Compact Stainless II, Compact CDP II
  • Kimber 4" Professional (.45 ACP):  Pro Carry II, Stainless Pro Carry II, Pro Carry HD II, Pro TLE II, Pro TLE/RL II, Stainless Pro TLE II, Stainless Pro TLE II (LG), Stainless Pro TLE/RL II, Pro Crimson Carry II, Tactical Pro II, Eclipse Pro II, Eclipse Pro Target II, Pro Covert II, Pro Aegis II, Pro CDP II, Pro Raptor II, Stainless Pro Raptor II, Super Carry Pro, Super Carry Pro HD
  • STI (.45 ACP):  Tactical 4.0, Ranger II
  • BUL Ltd. (.45 ACP):  M-5 Commander

NOTE: Always wear high-quality safety glasses when installing or fitting any spring to prevent eye injury. High-quality safety eyeglasses should be used when shooting any firearm.

NOTE: For questions about selecting the correct recoil spring, click here 

NOTE: This flat wire guide rod is only compatible with a flat wire recoil spring. If any other type of spring is used, the user will not experience the desired results and may even damage their gun.

FAQ:

  1. Is the flat wire spring compatible with a full length guide rod? Yes-Only with the full length flat wire guide rod (#25GRFW). The inner diameter of the flat wire spring is smaller than a conventional round wire spring requiring a flat wire specific guide rod.
  2. Is a Shok Buff required? A Shok-Buff is included but optional on the 5” flatwire guide rod. It is not recommended for use on the 4” kit since it can reduce slide travel.
  3. Can I shoot +P ammunition with this kit? Yes-since flat wire springs don’t lose their length over time like round wire springs they cushion your frame more effectively over time. Flat wire springs also compress in a more linear fashion which makes them more tolerant of a wider variety of loads and grips.

Reviews

  • 5
    Wc 4 Flat Wire Kit

    Posted by Anonymous on Dec 30th 2017

    This spring brought my 12-year-old Kimber back to life. Plus, I no longer need the paper clip tool to remove the spring, rod, and barrel.

  • 5
    Sti Ranger Ii

    Posted by Russ on Oct 30th 2016

    Works fine. You can even pinch the slide back with one hand to chamber check as the guide rod is short enough to allow this. I had to turn the plug down with 320 grit sand paper to have a smooth fit inside the Ranger Slide..

  • 5
    Best Purchase Ever For A 4 1911

    Posted by Andrew C on Jul 24th 2016

    I purchased the flat wire kit for a new Kimber Pro TLE II and what a difference it makes. Not only is cycling much better but the felt recoil is considerably less. I would highly recommend this to anyone. Great product and Wilson Combat has great replacement parts.

  • 5
    Fixed My Kimber Super Carry Pro Hd

    Posted by Michael on Mar 12th 2016

    My Kimber is new and immediately from the get go had issues with the bullet chambering completely before the slide caught it and jammed the pistol. Had this happen at least once or twice per mag over and over. After a little research I found the Kimber recoil spring was the likely culprit. Rather than contacting Kimber, I ordered this Wilson Combat spring kit and the problem disappeared. Thanks Wilson Combat. Next time I will just buy a Wilson Combat pistol and save me the trouble of changing out factory parts on a brand new Kimber.

  • 5
    Must Have For Springfield Champion Operator

    Posted by Anonymous on Dec 19th 2015

    The one thing I hated about my champion was take down. This kit simplifies everything. No more plastic clip over the guide rod. Ill be ordering a few flat wire springs to keep in my gear bag. I cant give this product enough thumbs up!

  • 5
    Kimber Fix

    Posted by Tim Tapey on Dec 5th 2015

    I installed th FLat wire recoil kit into my KImber pro CDP.I purchased this gun used and it would only run with one brand of ammo and it would jam about every 10 rounds. After I installed this new spring kit I have ran 600 rounds of 4 different brands of ammo through it without one failure know I no this gun is 100 percent reliable.

  • 5
    Pro Carry Ii Hd

    Posted by Anonymous on Jun 27th 2015

    Put this kit in my pro carry 2 and immediately questioned how it would work. The slide was much harder to operate making me think I'd have problems with ejecting and feeding. Today at the range said different.

  • 5
    Perfect

    Posted by Anonymous on Jun 27th 2015

    Bought a used Kimber Crimson Pro Carry II, after a major problem with the 1911 I was carrying that must go to the factory to be replaced.long story

  • 5
    Thought It Was Me

    Posted by Anonymous on Jun 27th 2015

    My Kimber Pro CDPII wasnt cycling right and I was thinking the problem was me losing my grip strength . After reading the reviews I decided to give this a try .