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Video—ARTV: Les Baer Custom

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American Rifleman Staff

posted on January 13, 2019

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Even been curious about what goes into building a custom 1911? Take a stroll through Les Baer's production process with the man himself, for an in-depth look at the toil and attention to detail that go into every Les Baer Custom 1911. Sound interesting? Check out this feature segment from American Rifleman TV for more.

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