May 9, 2024 · The problems with MIM parts in guns boils down to choosing some parts that are incompatible with MIM (Colt extractors come to mind)and bad manufacturing processes that stem …

Aug 31, 2001 · MIM parts are similar except they are injected with pressure to hopefully fill any voids which could potentially be caused by casting. Neither casting or MIM is perfect but if done right they …

May 18, 2010 · Newbie here. I'm wondering if there are any MIM parts in the new MC Operator. Regardless, should I or should I not worry, and why?

May 20, 2024 · How can I tell if my Tisas has MIM parts? Of my four Tisas models three of them say "TISAS KNOXVILLE TN" and one says "SDS KNOXVILLE TN". I suspect that the model labeled …

May 11, 2015 · MIM is brittle, it is a substitute that works in most cases. It is not drop safe, it is not as durable as forged steel and MIM guns like Kimber, SA, and Sig still all want tool steel money for their …

Feb 21, 2011 · Colt MIM, in these limited applications, seems to hold up well. Kimber had very large failure rates on MIM early on, our local original Kimber Master Dealer kept Wilson parts, particularly …

Apr 5, 2025 · MIM, forged, machined, cast—they can all be done right, and they can all be done wrong. Kimber and Smith of certain eras were bad MIM. Metal sintering reduces dimensions and still …

Oct 3, 2008 · So does ANYONE know the definitive answer here??? Which part is made how??? I've heard ALL cast, I've heard MIM for the small parts and cast for the frame while the slide is forged, …

Feb 23, 2020 · On another part of this forum, someone opined MIM parts are better than cast parts. Is that true? First time I ever heard that.

Feb 23, 2023 · According to post on this forum Tisas is doing away with MIM parts in their 1911s (not sure about other models). How will you know if you have one with or without MIM parts? Are they …