cameron.mearns Posted May 9, 2015 Report Share Posted May 9, 2015 (edited) All hail the HK45. I'm a pistol-primary kind of guy. I picked up an MP7 recently, but I still can't get over using this thing.Naturally, it's got some external upgrades. Picked up a Creation slide, works very nice on stock internals. I did, however, want an RMR mounted to mine. As a student, whilst I want to machine the slide, I can't bring myself to do. As someone with access to a high-grade SLS 3D printer, I can prototype something slightly more convenient.If anyone else is interested in the mount, I can do a bit on it later, once I'm finished playing with it. Prototype of the mount, made from Nylon in an SLS printer, run by the Engineering school. I had some issued with the threading stripping in that one, so I sent it away to Shapeways to make a 60/40 Mild-steel/Brass alloy version. Much prettier, but slightly looser tolerances than the uni printer, so needed some cleaning up before it could be used. Also, threads still stripped.I have recessed some nuts in behind now instead, which is a change I shall make to the design in the future if anyone else wants access to it. Should be fine to build on any printer, just may require some clean-up. Alternatively, some skilled machinist could make you one from a small block of metal. I love it with a silencer too, helps with the balance. The combo of HK45 and light doesn't lend itself to retention holster compatibility very well apparently. However some asking around of some Arnies members (thanks to user I'm going space) and apparently the Fobus EMG 20/21 does an alright job. Nice'n'cheap on Ebay, so got myself one I did.Doesn't like a threaded barrel, however, let alone a suppressor. So, like I'm going space, I took to it with a dremel. Retention is still pretty good, fits the HK45 nicely with suppressor and light, as well as fitting the RMR just right. Plus, the rear-draw nature of the holster stops all of my Gucci catching as I retrieve it. I love this thing, setting up a battlebelt with some Fastmag replicas. Need an H-harness to hold it though, and might get some Tornado grenades in the future, as well as upgrading to a TLR-1HL (Emerson did a supremely average job with the X300U replica). Edited May 9, 2015 by cameron.mearns 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted May 13, 2015 Report Share Posted May 13, 2015 Well I jumped on this band wagon, haven't had a chance yet to use it in a game and kinda shot the gun too soon since I ordered a g&p mk23 silencer from redwood ccw and a ccw barrel from ehobby, the creation barrel...only to NOW see the detonator kit is available on there and the threading is cw!!!!....sooooo anyone wanna buy a creation barrel and g&p mk23 silencer in ccw?? I'm also hoping they come out with more upgrade parts for this as so far I haven't seen much for it, mostly for the kwa version, and hopefully they come out with the compact version soon too! Looks like marui is stepping g things up and fast. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Anyone have any thoughts if this will work with TM or KWA? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShakingBanana Posted June 7, 2015 Report Share Posted June 7, 2015 Been thinking about getting a metal slide for my Marui HK45. Does anyone have any recommendations as for brand? I've been looking at the Detonator and Shooter's Design ones particularly, anyone have any experience with either? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted June 8, 2015 Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 No experience with either but if you looking for something that has quality in how it looks?.....Detonator is the one to go with...and for the price too it isn't bad at all. Especially if you source the Tactical Kit version. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BioRage Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 Detonator makes quality slides. I would recommend that one if you have the cash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Im going space Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 (edited) someone was on site with the tactical detonator kit on sunday. and what a bloody lovely bit of kit that is! fit feel and finish are 10/10 seemed to perform well too, but i only fired a few shots. edit: also thanks cameron, glad i helped without knowing it Edited June 9, 2015 by Im going space Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 Detonator is definitely FTW!...Plus I would imagine it would be relatively less expensive than the shooters design, although I haven't seen the price on the shooters design. Plus the fact it comes with sites makes it nice in case you to lose a front site or rear site by some random act of unfortunateness. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShakingBanana Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 The Detonator kit sounds promising. I'll be honest, I'm leaning more towards the standard kit than the tactical. I don't really intend to use a suppressor on it so I'm not sure I need the threaded barrel. I currently use a kydex holster so I'm a bit concerned about the rate of wear it will have on the slide. How tough is the finish on these kits? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bankz5152 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 (edited) Good tip for the Kydex holster if your worried about damaging the slide. I lined mine with some faux alcantara off ebay, cheap as chips and wafer thin but provides a nice smooth soft surface for you pistol. Edited June 15, 2015 by bankz5152 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShakingBanana Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 That's a pretty damn good idea! Could be a bit fiddly as the one I've got is a fold over one but worth a shot. Any recommendation for a glue to hold it all together? I suspect normal super glue would ruin the fabric. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShakingBanana Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 (edited) Damn phone, sorry double post. Edited June 15, 2015 by ShakingBanana Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DeltaZero Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 (edited) Also interested in that.. I had thought to use some material but alcantra would be awesome! In terms of detonator slides coping well with kydex. I have a Detonator slide on my M&P9.. it's fine with kydex has had quite a few holster cycles now with no sign of wear. Edited June 15, 2015 by DeltaZero Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bankz5152 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 I used some high temp spray glue I had left over from doing my cars headlining. Mines a fold over too. I sprayed the alcantara then 'pulled it through' the holster on the areas where the sides of the slide contacted the holster. However this was for a 10" Extended Desert Eagle so a little easier to do! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShakingBanana Posted June 16, 2015 Report Share Posted June 16, 2015 (edited) It sounds very doable, I've got some sample material already on the way! Getting more and more tempted by the Detonator kit... Nearly forgot, what kind of pouches do you guys use to hold your hk45 mags? Edited June 16, 2015 by ShakingBanana 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BioRage Posted June 16, 2015 Report Share Posted June 16, 2015 HSGI Tacos will work well, or repros. Else I recommend Kydex or ESSTAC pistol mag pouches, they have kydex inserts, and it's what I run now, cross between the tacos and kydex. I like them a lot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Im going space Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Cleaned mine for the first time today. 1 and a bit years down the line of heavy use. Was starting to be a little sluggish. Back up to like new now. These pistols are bloody good Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SuperSheep Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 So i have one of these with a shooters design slide and barrel... Everything was fine till the friggen hammer broke in half! The external hammer broke right where the slide meets the frame so now while it shoots in double action.... The recoil doesnt rack the hammer after each shot... Goddamn anyone know if they make a steel aftermarket replacement hammer? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bankz5152 Posted February 27, 2017 Report Share Posted February 27, 2017 So how is everyone getting on with their HK45s? My KWA is getting to the point where it has seen better days and will likely need replacing by the end of the year. It has been fantastic though! Considering either buying a brand new KWA or selling up and buying the TM HK45 Tacitcal and possibly the Detonator Ali slide. Anyone know how much it weighs in comparison to the plastic slide? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zdvil Posted March 4, 2017 Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 So how is everyone getting on with their HK45s? My KWA is getting to the point where it has seen better days and will likely need replacing by the end of the year. It has been fantastic though! Considering either buying a brand new KWA or selling up and buying the TM HK45 Tacitcal and possibly the Detonator Ali slide. Anyone know how much it weighs in comparison to the plastic slide? Don't have the detonator slide, but i've had my hk45 for about a year with out any upgrades. Usually works well on propane, but the weather where i am can be from -15c to 30c. which means in the warmer months id switch to 134 or something. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rainer1989 Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 Can anyone upload the exploded view diagram of the regular HK45, I have the tactical version and I want to order the left only safety lever Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NonEx Posted December 26, 2017 Report Share Posted December 26, 2017 (edited) Tokyo Marui has the PDF manuals on their website: https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=ja&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Ftokyo-marui.co.jp%2Fsupport%2Fmanuals%2F&edit-text= http://tokyo-marui.co.jp/support/manuals/ HK 45: http://www.tokyo-marui.co.jp/pdf/p_pdfmanual_170802100053.pdf HK 45 Tactical: http://www.tokyo-marui.co.jp/pdf/p_pdfmanual_171212155926.pdf Edited December 26, 2017 by NonEx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rainer1989 Posted December 27, 2017 Report Share Posted December 27, 2017 Didn't know that, thanks NonEx!! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hite Posted March 3, 2018 Report Share Posted March 3, 2018 Managed to turn my standard HK 45 into the tactical version. Using the Detonator tactical slide set and managed to fit the ambi safety. Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Supermann Posted August 12, 2018 Report Share Posted August 12, 2018 On 3/4/2018 at 4:17 AM, Hite said: Managed to turn my standard HK 45 into the tactical version. Using the Detonator tactical slide set and managed to fit the ambi safety. Sent from my SM-N950F using Tapatalk absolute gorgeous!! how do you do the ambi safety? order another safety part and drop it right in? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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