G.T. Smith
US Veteran
I really like my Colt Government .45. Lots of rounds and no malfunctions. I don't really trust semi's much at all but the Colt has been accurate and reliable 100% so far.
Peace,
Gordon
Peace,
Gordon
1911
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As already mentioned, Rock Island has a lot of choices, a great value product and unparalleled customer service.
A great way to dip your toe into the 1911 waters!
Did swap the stocks on mine, however:
A great way to dip your toe into the 1911 waters!
Did swap the stocks on mine, however:
Alpha_Mutt
Member
Of course you are on the Smith Forum, but I'd vote for an S&W E-Series. After that consider the Remington R1 Enhanced, or a SIG. Shop gunbroker and other online sources and you'll find 'em for well under a grand.
Maddog 521
Member
Entry level 1911's would be ATI's, Rock Island, etc... You might be better off purchasing a good used model of an better brand.
Mossy Pops
Member
I just bought the Springfield Mil Spec in Stainless. Paid $699 at Buckeye Outdoor in Hebron Ohio. About $750 after tax. I wanted a fixed sight version 1911 for SASS Wild Bunch or else I'd definitely have gone with one of the S&W's.
I've put about 250 rounds through it so far and I really like it. I think the trigger is about 5-6 lbs so its a little heavier than anything else I have but as I get used to it, It is responding as a great little shooter. I'll post some pics later.
bananaman
Member
My mistake... 1st 1911 was an Auto Ordnance, stainless advertised. (G.B.) Got it for $400. I learned a lot from it. They never made a stainless. Someone removed the blue and polished it. It did not feed or eject well at all. I changed springs, extractor, firing pin, etc. It was a good learning experience.
When all done, everything worked well. Sold it, and bought a SIG! Bob
Harrydale
Member
I would go with the Ruger SR1911 or a S & W 1911, for one reason, to keep American money in America. Just my humble opinion.
cpeblue
Member
And one more vote for the SR1911. I have no clue how Ruger can make this price point as this is one well built 1911. As it stands up to now I have absolutely no complaints what so ever. It will be interesting to see what they will do next with there 1911s. Here's a picture of mine with my 4566.
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Ruger's keeps costs down because their casting facility is top notch. They can pump out cast frames and slides that are as strong as any forging very quickly and cheaply and a minimal tool replacement or metal loss.
Good guns. They had a run of front sights shearing off (example of a bad casting) but they probably have that worked out by now.
OP,rock island makes really good guns. And they continually improve the product as well. They are a fine way to get into the 1911 platform.
I do think that S&W offers the most features for the $ though Some really slick guns with lots features.mmif you shop around, you can get them at a REALLY good price.
I always recommend getting into a basic GI style 1911 before getting something fancy and more personalized because it is hard to determine which features you want before owning one. After owning a basic one a while, different upgrades and features will speak to you more than others.
I do think that S&W offers the most features for the $ though Some really slick guns with lots features.mmif you shop around, you can get them at a REALLY good price.
I always recommend getting into a basic GI style 1911 before getting something fancy and more personalized because it is hard to determine which features you want before owning one. After owning a basic one a while, different upgrades and features will speak to you more than others.
