I remember seeing an advert for 1911 frames and parts from Vic available by mail order.

Now frames were registerable in SA. But not barrels.

And frames were not registerable in Vic, barrels were at the time.

So ...

Never did it however but was tempted. Way too honest and law abiding like most of us are.

Later I believe I heard some rumour from the Police that bikie gangs were putting together 1911's from parts illegally ... go figure!