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DSX Conversion

Regular price $1,100.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $1,100.00 USD
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This is a serious, full-system conversion — not a drop-in part. The DSX Conversion transforms your pistol into a race-ready platform with extensive structural machining of the slide and a matched compensator/barrel assembly hand-fitted by Dave, our owner and master gunsmith. Because this is a full conversion, the service requires the complete build and includes Overhaul & Fit for safe disassembly/reassembly and insured return shipping.

Compatible Platforms

  • 5" full dustcover models in 9mm / .40 / .45 ACP (examples: STI, Rock Island, Prodigy Gen 1 5", and similar full-dustcover 1911/2011 slides).

  • If you’re unsure about fitment, contact us first and include clear photos of the firearm — we’ll confirm eligibility.

Not Eligible

  • 4.25" models

  • Prodigy Gen 2 (5" Gen 2 slides with internal lightening)

  • Classic 1911-style scallop slides

What’s Included

  • Complete DSX slide conversion with extensive, precision structural machining (complex work on the slide)

  • Matched compensator and precision barrel — precision hand-fit by Dave (this is a fitted assembly and is not drop-in with factory parts)

  • Recoil spring selected and fitted for your build

  • Cerakote finish on the slide and compensator (choose from H-Series or E-Series)

  • Overhaul & Fit included (disassembly/reassembly, function check, and insured return shipping)

Turnaround & Lead Time

  • Expect minimum 12 weeks from date received — this is a high-complexity custom process and lead times may vary with demand.

How to Order / Ship

  1. Purchase the DSX Conversion service

  2. Ship the complete to:
    Dave Simcik
    270 W 21st Street
    Holland, MI 49423
    (Include your name & contact info inside the package.)

Important Notes

  • This is a permanent, structural modification — it is not reversible.

  • The compensator/barrel are precision hand-fit to your firearm and are not intended as drop-in replacements for other guns.

  • Cerakote is included for the slide and comp; if other parts are coated with PVD/DLC/TiN and you want them retained or re-coated, add the appropriate surface treatment at checkout.

  • All machined and coated areas are subject to normal wear over time, particularly in high-contact zones.

  • We perform final function testing and inspection before return.

Shipping & Returns

If you order a product from DSC, we will stand by our product and correct/fix an issue if it may arise. Please note, no returns are accepted on custom barrel services/products or used drop-in barrels. Approved returns on new, unused, non-defective products may be subject to a 10% restocking fee.

Return shipping may be required for projects involving complete firearms rather than individual parts to ensure proper insurance coverage during the return shipping process.

DSC Drop In Barrels

DSC barrels are designed for drop-in installation, in conjunction with factory counterparts such as factory slide stop and recoil - we continuously strive to improve the quality of our drop-in barrels as each style and variant is custom-made, hand fitted to shop models, and coated per order. 
Turnaround times are estimated to be approximately 5-7 weeks after the initial purchase, though they are subject to change depending on the situation. *Stainless variants may ship sooner, depending on the order. 
**In the unlikely event that you experience any issues with installing your barrel, we offer free custom fitting.
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