+1 for the Rock Island guns. Mine has been 100% reliable and is the most accurate autoloading pistol I own. I have some revolvers capable of showing it up, but not all.
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I have heard nothing but 100% satisfaction from people that have bought the Tisas.
I would buy one in a heartbeat, but just don't need another gun right now.
I would buy one in a heartbeat, but just don't need another gun right now.
Rpg
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If you look around and aren’t in a panic to get the gun, you can find used, but recently manufactured Colt 1911s in your price range.
The RIAs and Tisas I’ve seen have been pretty rough, although they seem to work OK.
Nevertheless, if I can have only one 1911 it needs to be a Colt.
The RIAs and Tisas I’ve seen have been pretty rough, although they seem to work OK.
Nevertheless, if I can have only one 1911 it needs to be a Colt.
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lamarw
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Don't forget the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has Round 4 going, but your package must be in by the end of this Month. CMP is a worthy cause, and you will be getting the real deal. Yes, it is twice the amount compared to sending your money to a foreign entity.
sigp220.45
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Since you specified used, I don’t think you need to go to a super cheapie.
I found this Colt Series 70 for $700 less than a year ago.
The Norinco was $350, down from $399, a few months ago. Its a great pistol, and it is good for generating some harrumphing with its Made In China pedigree.
I found this Colt Series 70 for $700 less than a year ago.
The Norinco was $350, down from $399, a few months ago. Its a great pistol, and it is good for generating some harrumphing with its Made In China pedigree.
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sledvet77
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yup...Picked up a Nork all set up for Bullseye with the bells and whistles for just over 5 bills. pretty solid piece...except the range partners keep complaining about that whistling...
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I had a RIA and now have a Tisas. Both performed extremely well.
I have a RIA GI .45 from when they first came on the market and a Tisas USGI 9mm from this year. Both have been reliable and I did some customizing on the RIA after sending it to Heinie for sights. Since I paid $319 shipped and transferred for the Tisas I have no problem sending it to Heinie for a sight upgrade.
Another recommendation for the Tisas. I had mine out today and noticed it didn’t deposit the cases down my back like my last one did. It was an ATI and my son procured it from me. It was a good gun, too, but I haven’t seen any around for quite a while. I’ve heard nothing but good from the Tisas or the RIA.
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Redlevel, if you can pick up a surplus Argentine Ballester-Rigaud, or Ballester-Molina in good condition cheap in Georgia, they are very good .45 acp pistols. I remember when they were selling for ~$300; look them up on Gunbroker now. That will tell you something.The Argentinian magazines are usually worn out; so, replace them with new, good quality .45 acp mags. They fit. I'm thinking you may be able to pick one up cheap at an out of the way LGS, or Pawn Shop. Good luck with whatever you end up doing!
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A buddy of mine has one of the Charles Daly 1911s - the newer Italian made one.
I've shot it and it's seems very well made with excellent fit and finish. It ate everything. For under $400, new, it seems like a good deal!
I've shot it and it's seems very well made with excellent fit and finish. It ate everything. For under $400, new, it seems like a good deal!
Lucnic
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I own one. Great pistol. It’s also heavy enough to use for weight lifting exercises when I’m not shooting it.
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While I do not own one, all I have been hearing in the way of 1911's is: Tisas, Tisas, Tisas..... Everything I've heard and read seems to be positive. They seem to be fairly well made, finished well and decently accurate. As far as the price is concerned, I'd venture to say it's a "best bang for the buck" 1911.
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Of course neither of these pistols are true 1911s, lacking a grip safety and other parts that may or may not be interchangeable with a 1911. Not my first choice for something that I would shoot and want to keep running and/or modifying.
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Tisas is the one. Check PSA and they are on sale for less than or right at $400. I’m a Colt 1911 guy and have been since the 60’s. Had 20 over the years and the Colts mfg from the early 80’s til today are not for me. Have gotten a few in “ deals”, tried shooting them and just way to many issues. Require LOTS of work. Friend bought a Tisas, we went shooting and it was like shooting an arms room 1911A-1, could not believe it. I bought one and disassembled it totally and was Very Pleased with all the parts and Especially the fit and finish, just amazing. BTW, I shoot 1911’s just about every week some times 3 times a week. Buy a Tisas , you will like it.
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Bud's currently has a Tisas US Army for $350.
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