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The Brownells 1911 Grip Bushing Staker is a purpose-built gunsmithing tool that makes one of the most tedious 1911 maintenance tasks—reinstalling or tightening grip bushings—fast and reliable. Whether you're doing your own master reblue job, replacing a lost or damaged bushing, or simply tightening one that's worked loose in the field, this staker eliminates the trial-and-error frustration of trying to set a bushing straight without the right tool. If you're a 1911 armorer, professional gunsmith, or serious DIY builder, this tool pays for itself the first time you use it.
The design reflects decades of 1911 work at Brownells. The staker is segmented into eight sections with 90-degree cuts between them, giving you maximum contact area around the bushing for even, controlled pressure. A deep handle cavity and hole in the staker's top keep your 1/8" punch (the standard for 1911 bushing work) centered and prevents slipping—critical when you're applying staking force. The punch passes through the bushing center on the opposite side of the frame, giving you clean, unobstructed access to the bushing you're installing or adjusting.
One important note: you'll need to fabricate a simple anvil block to support the outside of the bushing during staking to ensure even pressure and proper seating. With that setup, this tool consistently seats bushings tight on the first try—no re-doing, no damage to the frame or bushing.
The Brownells 1911 Grip Bushing Staker is designed for standard 1911 grip bushings. The tool works with the traditional bushing geometry found on all modern 1911 frames.
Yes. You'll need to make or source an anvil block to support the outside of the bushing while staking. You'll also need a 1/8" punch to work with the staker's hole. Both are standard items for 1911 work.
The staker holds and guides a 1/8" punch so you can peen (stake) the grip bushing securely onto your 1911 frame. Its eight-segment design and centered punch hole ensure even pressure and proper seating without damage to the bushing or frame.
This tool is useful for any gunsmith, armorer, or dedicated 1911 builder who needs to install or tighten grip bushings. If you're doing your own 1911 work and want professional results, this staker removes the guesswork.

SKU: 197560366 • Weight: 0.1oz





Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Brownells 1911 Grip Bushing Staker is a purpose-built gunsmithing tool that makes one of the most tedious 1911 maintenance tasks—reinstalling or tightening grip bushings—fast and reliable. Whether you're doing your own master reblue job, replacing a lost or damaged bushing, or simply tightening one that's worked loose in the field, this staker eliminates the trial-and-error frustration of trying to set a bushing straight without the right tool. If you're a 1911 armorer, professional gunsmith, or serious DIY builder, this tool pays for itself the first time you use it.
The design reflects decades of 1911 work at Brownells. The staker is segmented into eight sections with 90-degree cuts between them, giving you maximum contact area around the bushing for even, controlled pressure. A deep handle cavity and hole in the staker's top keep your 1/8" punch (the standard for 1911 bushing work) centered and prevents slipping—critical when you're applying staking force. The punch passes through the bushing center on the opposite side of the frame, giving you clean, unobstructed access to the bushing you're installing or adjusting.
One important note: you'll need to fabricate a simple anvil block to support the outside of the bushing during staking to ensure even pressure and proper seating. With that setup, this tool consistently seats bushings tight on the first try—no re-doing, no damage to the frame or bushing.
The Brownells 1911 Grip Bushing Staker is designed for standard 1911 grip bushings. The tool works with the traditional bushing geometry found on all modern 1911 frames.
Yes. You'll need to make or source an anvil block to support the outside of the bushing while staking. You'll also need a 1/8" punch to work with the staker's hole. Both are standard items for 1911 work.
The staker holds and guides a 1/8" punch so you can peen (stake) the grip bushing securely onto your 1911 frame. Its eight-segment design and centered punch hole ensure even pressure and proper seating without damage to the bushing or frame.
This tool is useful for any gunsmith, armorer, or dedicated 1911 builder who needs to install or tighten grip bushings. If you're doing your own 1911 work and want professional results, this staker removes the guesswork.
SKU: 197560366 • Weight: 0.1oz
