ISMI 20 lb 1911 Government Recoil Spring
The ISMI 20 lb 1911 Government Recoil Spring keeps your full-size 1911 running smooth, controlled, and reliable. From the very first shot to the final round, this recoil spring delivers consistent slide speed, clean feeding, and dependable lockup. As a result, your pistol performs the same way every time you press the trigger.
Whether you run standard-pressure ammunition or full-power loads, this spring maintains proper timing and predictable cycling. Therefore, it works equally well for duty use, concealed carry, competition shooting, or routine range sessions.
Precision Manufacturing for Reliable Performance
ISMI manufactures every recoil spring in the USA using advanced CAD design and aerospace-level standards. Because of this precise engineering, each spring delivers uniform tension and repeatable performance. Unlike generic recoil springs, ISMI springs resist variation and inconsistency. Consequently, your Government-length 1911 cycles smoothly and predictably shot after shot.
In addition, strict quality control ensures every spring meets exact specifications. As a result, you can trust your pistol to operate reliably under a wide range of conditions.
Built for Strength, Durability, and Longevity
ISMI uses premium Chrome Silicon wire to maximize strength and service life. Moreover, each recoil spring undergoes multiple strengthening processes, including:
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Heat treatment to increase overall strength
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Shot peening to reduce surface stress
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Full stress relief to prevent permanent set
Together, these processes allow the spring to maintain its original tension far longer than standard recoil springs. Therefore, slide velocity stays consistent, frame battering decreases, and internal wear is reduced over time.
Why Upgrade to an ISMI 20 lb Government Recoil Spring?
Over time, factory recoil springs lose tension. When this happens, slide speed becomes inconsistent, feeding reliability suffers, and frame impact increases. By upgrading to an ISMI 20 lb recoil spring, you restore proper slide control and timing.
Furthermore, this spring safely manages high-power ammunition while maintaining smooth and predictable cycling. Because of this balance, it is an excellent choice for shooters who want reliability without excessive slide resistance.
Key Features and Benefits
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20 lb recoil spring for Government-length 1911 pistols
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Works with standard and full-power ammunition
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Promotes smooth, consistent slide cycling
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Improves feeding, lockup, and overall timing
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Made from premium Chrome Silicon wire
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Heat treated, shot peened, and stress relieved
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Manufactured in the USA to aerospace standards
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Reduces wear on the frame and slide
As a result, you gain better performance, longer spring life, and improved reliability with a simple upgrade.
Recommended Applications
This recoil spring is ideal for:
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Standard or high-power 1911 ammunition
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Duty, carry, and competition pistols
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Replacing worn or weakened recoil springs
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Pairing with extra-power firing pin springs for optimal balance
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Gunsmith builds and serious shooters
Because of its versatility, it installs easily in most Government-length 1911 pistols without modification.
Maintenance and Warranty
For best performance, replace recoil springs every 5,000–10,000 rounds, depending on ammunition and usage. Additionally, pairing this recoil spring with a properly matched firing pin spring helps maintain safe and consistent operation.
ISMI backs every recoil spring with a 12-month replacement warranty, including coverage for normal wear. Therefore, you can shoot with confidence.
Material and Construction
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Chrome Silicon wire
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Heat treated for increased strength
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Shot peened to reduce fatigue
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Fully stress relieved
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Made in the USA
Summary
The ISMI 20 lb 1911 Government Recoil Spring delivers smooth cycling, consistent feeding, and long-term durability. Built in the USA to aerospace standards, it protects your frame, stabilizes slide movement, and keeps your 1911 reliable, accurate, and ready for duty, carry, competition, or range use.




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