The Wilson Combat Bullet Proof Barrel Bushing, Government Model (Wilson Combat part no. 588) is a heavy-duty muzzle-end bushing built for Government-frame 1911 pistols. Wilson Combat machines it as part of its Bullet Proof line, a designation the company uses for oversized, fitted parts meant to be hand-fitted by a pistolsmith rather than dropped in. The bushing supports and centers the muzzle end of the barrel inside the slide, and a properly fitted oversized bushing tightens that contact point beyond what a factory or standard-diameter bushing can achieve. It’s a common choice for accuracy-focused rebuilds on a Government-frame gun where minimizing muzzle-end play matters most.

Key Specifications

• Part of Wilson Combat’s Bullet Proof line, its designation for oversized, hand-fitted parts.
• Sized specifically for Government-model 1911 frames.
• Oversized for hand-fitting rather than a standard-diameter drop-in bushing.
• Centers and supports the muzzle end of the barrel inside the slide.
• Tightens muzzle-end lockup beyond what a factory bushing achieves, benefiting accuracy-focused rebuilds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bushing need to be fitted by a gunsmith? Yes, it’s an oversized Bullet Proof part meant to be hand-fitted rather than dropped in.

What does a barrel bushing do? It centers and supports the muzzle end of the barrel inside the slide, affecting how consistently the barrel returns to position shot after shot.

What frame is this bushing sized for? Government-model 1911 frames.

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