Wilson Combat 703G16 Recoil Spring 16 lb for 1911 5" Government .45 ACP - 703G16

Wilson Combat 703G16 Recoil Spring 16 LBS 45 ACP 1911 - SKU: 703G16 - UPC: 811826020819

Product Description

The Wilson Combat 703G16 Recoil Spring is the factory-standard 16 lb replacement spring designed for full-size Government model 1911 pistols chambered in .45 ACP. Manufactured from high-tensile, heat-treated high-carbon spring steel wire, this recoil spring provides maximum fatigue resistance, smooth slide tracking, and consistent lockup timing across thousands of rounds.

A 16 lb weight represents the classic factory specification for 5-inch 1911 handguns firing standard 230-grain .45 ACP ammunition. Replacing worn recoil springs at regular intervals prevents frame battering, reduces felt recoil impulses, and preserves internal barrel lug lockup tolerances to maintain peak mechanical accuracy.

Featuring a closed, square-cut end for flat seating against the recoil spring plug, the Wilson Combat 703G16 installs as a direct drop-in replacement for standard GI or full-length guide rod setups on Government-pattern 1911 handguns.

*Armorer Bench Notes & Real-World Staging Guidance:
Fitment Matrix: Fits 5" Government profile 1911 handguns chambered in .45 ACP (compatible with standard recoil spring plugs and full-length guide rods).

1. Verify host 1911 handgun is completely clear, magazine removed, and chamber visually and physically confirmed empty.
2. Depress recoil spring plug using a bushing wrench or Smart Wrench, rotate barrel bushing, and carefully relieve spring tension to remove the old spring.
3. Inspect recoil spring guide rod and plug cavity for carbon buildup, metal shavings, or excess wear before installing new spring.
4. Slide the open end of the Wilson Combat 703G16 spring onto the guide rod base, ensuring the tight closed coil seats forward into the recoil spring plug.
5. Compress spring into slide channel, rotate barrel bushing back into position, and perform a hand-rack cycling check to verify smooth travel and complete slide return-to-battery.

Key Features

• Factory-Standard 16 lb Weight: Optimized specifically for 5" 1911 Government models firing standard-pressure .45 ACP loads.
• High-Tensile Spring Steel: Premium heat-treated steel wire resists length relaxation and spring set over high round counts.
• Protects Frame & Slide: Prevents violent slide-to-frame impact battering and extends the working lifespan of critical lockup surfaces.
• Square-Cut Closed End: Ensures flat, uniform alignment against the recoil plug for bind-free compression.
• Universal Government 1911 Fitment: Compatible with all standard 5-inch 1911 single-stack and double-stack frames.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Wilson Combat
• MPN: 703G16
• SKU: 703G16
• UPC: 811826020819
• Platform Compatibility: 1911 5" Government Models
• Caliber Compatibility: .45 ACP
• Spring Rating: 16 LBS (Standard Power)
• Material: High-Carbon Spring Steel Wire
• Finish/Color: Natural / Dark Tempered