As probably quite a few of you have already seen, I have another thread going about a FEG Hi-Power that was lightly customized by Don Williams/The Action Works. As things progressed in that thread, the idea came up of sending another gun off for customization.
So about five months ago I sent a 1988 vintage Hi-Power to Karl Sokol for some work. Yesterday I received an email telling me the work was complete. After a bit of back and forth, Mr. Sokol sent along a couple pics to appease me while I wait for him to receive final payment and return the pistol.
The pistol in question was a rather unremarkable MKII "commercial" pistol. Forged frame and active firing pin block. But rather than the usual MKII matte finish, ambi safety and plastic grips, this pistol was gloss blue with wood grips, small sights and safety. Overall condition was okay but nothing spectacular. There were some pretty good spots of holster wear and (unnoticed at time of purchase) one of the grip screws was cross-threaded.
Here's a list of the work requested:
Basic BHP Package:http://chestnutmountainsports.net/cmspackages.htm
Additions:
Luster Blue
Gold Bead Front Sight
Custom Extended Thumb Safety
Thumb Safety Mod for Positive Engagement
Repair Cross-Thread Grip Screw Hole
Glass Bed Navidrex Grips to Frame
Teaser pics sent by Mr. Sokol: