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I don't think that the loaded will have the match bushing and should have an ambi safety.
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soccerguy83
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Not ruling it out, but with the frequency that they come up used around here I may not find one.
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JayFramer and I seem to be thinking alike. The lack of frequency that used ones pop up may be an indication or hint that you weigh in to making your choice. There are a lot of Colt's 1911's out there, and patience will bring one to you.
The 1911 is by far a favorite of mine. For fit, finish, reliability, reputation, and resale value of a production piece, my choice would be manufactured by Colt's. I have owned and used many among your choices, and all are suitable and up to the task of delivering the joy of ownership. I have thinned the herd a bit, and among commercial 1911's remaining, a Colt's and a Sig remain.
Others may disagree, and ymmv. Enjoy your hunting experience, but, as suggested before, these things can be somewhat addicting.
The 1911 is by far a favorite of mine. For fit, finish, reliability, reputation, and resale value of a production piece, my choice would be manufactured by Colt's. I have owned and used many among your choices, and all are suitable and up to the task of delivering the joy of ownership. I have thinned the herd a bit, and among commercial 1911's remaining, a Colt's and a Sig remain.
Others may disagree, and ymmv. Enjoy your hunting experience, but, as suggested before, these things can be somewhat addicting.
I picked up a Remington R1 mil-spec stainless for $650 (clearance at Academy), then got the end of year rebate of $100 (check has arrived). So there are some affordables out there. It shoots well.
You should also look at SA (as already noted). They also have a mil-spec parkerized that comes with both wood and black plastic grips. Again, on sale, it was out the door at less than $600.
You should also look at SA (as already noted). They also have a mil-spec parkerized that comes with both wood and black plastic grips. Again, on sale, it was out the door at less than $600.
s/g83,
Opinions on 1911s are as varied as the weather we encounter here in/around Richmond so if I were looking for a 1911 today I would look at the Springfield 9109 series (does have ambi safety but I think maybe one could adjust to that). I think it can be had no more than the 8ish range (although maybe not at Cabela`s). I own 2 Kimbers and although they are not for sale I would follow the same advice I`m giving you and almost certainly get the Springfield. Good Luck, John
Opinions on 1911s are as varied as the weather we encounter here in/around Richmond so if I were looking for a 1911 today I would look at the Springfield 9109 series (does have ambi safety but I think maybe one could adjust to that). I think it can be had no more than the 8ish range (although maybe not at Cabela`s). I own 2 Kimbers and although they are not for sale I would follow the same advice I`m giving you and almost certainly get the Springfield. Good Luck, John
Wee Hooker
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I've got a good sampling of 1911 brands and work in a gun shop where I get to handle many brands regularly.
I'll add a few thoughts based on my experience.
-If you stick with a recent/new production 1911 from known a name brand (i.e Sig, Springfield, S&W, Remington, Ruger, RIA,Colt... ), it's hard to find a disappointing one (or even one that doesn't excel over what was available from the same companies just 15 years ago). CNC tooling has done wonders for all of them.
-Don't overthink the series 80 vs 70 thing. There are differences from gun to gun and brand t brand but they are minor and fixable. As per above, it's hard to find a bad trigger these days. Limiting your choice to one or the other will rule out some excellent guns!
-Don't overthink the internal vs external extractor thing. There are plenty of examples of both on the competition circuit.
-Do get good magazines. Mags can make the difference between loving your 1911 or tossing it into the woods.
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I'll add a few thoughts based on my experience.
-If you stick with a recent/new production 1911 from known a name brand (i.e Sig, Springfield, S&W, Remington, Ruger, RIA,Colt... ), it's hard to find a disappointing one (or even one that doesn't excel over what was available from the same companies just 15 years ago). CNC tooling has done wonders for all of them.
-Don't overthink the series 80 vs 70 thing. There are differences from gun to gun and brand t brand but they are minor and fixable. As per above, it's hard to find a bad trigger these days. Limiting your choice to one or the other will rule out some excellent guns!
-Don't overthink the internal vs external extractor thing. There are plenty of examples of both on the competition circuit.
-Do get good magazines. Mags can make the difference between loving your 1911 or tossing it into the woods.
hth
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I might say "will" instead of "can".
Some really good 1911s come with mags that I suspect are WWII surplus. Check and clean before use, or better, just buy some Wilson Combat mags. I've also had good luck with Mec Gar, but I grew up with a flush fit, and they are not that.
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soccerguy83
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That's the one Green Top has it's a SA Loaded, that I might look at today.
What part of town are you in? I only went by Cabela's as I hadn't been in there in a while and every once in a while the used section has some nice stuff.
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soccerguy83
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Well GT has a SA RO Stainless, now to see if I want to pull the trigger on that or a Ruger 1911. Not sure I have the fortitude to wait out a Colt.
I did just see the M1 CMP thread too, so that may put this itch on hold, too many guns not enough money!
I did just see the M1 CMP thread too, so that may put this itch on hold, too many guns not enough money!
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Before you buy a number of mags, buy one and try it first. Wilson mags are very good, but there have been some pistols that just don't like them. Same advice for any other mags...try before you buy a lot of them.
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I love the RIA 1911 mine started out like this.....
Then with a little tweaking now looks like this.....New Fusion Mainspring hsgn/Magwell, Wilson Combat Extended Mag release, Wolff Springs, Sarco Slide, Klonimus grips, Dawson Fiber optic front sight
All for under $700.00
Then with a little tweaking now looks like this.....New Fusion Mainspring hsgn/Magwell, Wilson Combat Extended Mag release, Wolff Springs, Sarco Slide, Klonimus grips, Dawson Fiber optic front sight
All for under $700.00
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Targets Guy
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I loved my full sized SR1911;
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picked this up lnib today for $750
Pisgah
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Rock Island can meet your requirements all day long. Not only are they very reasonably priced, but the quality is equal to just about any of the non-custom-built 1911s on the market today.
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LGS has both a stainless SA Range Officer with the target sights with fiber front and two SA Range Officer Elite.
All three are the same price. Only differences I can see are the sights on the Elites are three dots with a fiber front, the ambi safety, the finish, and the gen 2 trigger. The RO has a idiot scratch, but other than that and a good cleaning, it's in good condition. I'm leaning towards the RO and see if I can talk them down in price, any reason not to go with the Elite?
All three are the same price. Only differences I can see are the sights on the Elites are three dots with a fiber front, the ambi safety, the finish, and the gen 2 trigger. The RO has a idiot scratch, but other than that and a good cleaning, it's in good condition. I'm leaning towards the RO and see if I can talk them down in price, any reason not to go with the Elite?
The RO Elite series will have the thin G10 grips and ambi safety. The Elite Target will have the adjustable sights. The Elite Operator will have the 3 dot sights and accessory rail.
You have to choose what you'd rather have, stainless or black. You wouldn't be wrong with either option.
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I'm curious about every ones likes and dislikes on the main spring housing.
I have two 1911s, one flat and one arched, and I like the arched better.
Which do you like and why?
I have two 1911s, one flat and one arched, and I like the arched better.
Which do you like and why?
spad124
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I've had a Norinco 1911A1 for about 25 years. It's a basic GI style gun. 100% reliable and combat accurate. One of my favorites. I considered upgrading it with a lot of the same features on your list but elected to keep it stock my milspec gun and bought a Ruger SR1911 about two years ago instead. Another great 1911. My Ruger also functions 100% and has better accuracy. I'd recommend the Ruger or the RO.
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soccerguy83
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Thanks, yeah I wasn't sure if I was missing any differences.
old&slow
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I like the flat MSH. I have small hands, and the grip feels better to me with a flat MSH.
Wee Hooker
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Main spring housings are a matter of personal choice, How they feel/ work for you may also be dependent on grip thickness and trigger length. The combination of these things will effect where your finger naturally comes to rest on the trigger. Beack in the "early days", Arched housings and short triggers were the norm. Most recently, flat housings and long (adjustable) triggers have taken over on all but the most basic models.
Personally, I like flat main spring housings and short triggers with std thickness grips. If a particular 1911 has a long trigger, I opt for the Flat Housing and a thinner grip .
That's one of the joys of 1911's for me. I can shoot them right out of the box or "Mister Potato Head" parts to make it just the way I like it.
Personally, I like flat main spring housings and short triggers with std thickness grips. If a particular 1911 has a long trigger, I opt for the Flat Housing and a thinner grip .
That's one of the joys of 1911's for me. I can shoot them right out of the box or "Mister Potato Head" parts to make it just the way I like it.
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Wee Hooker
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Very nice collection there, sir!
FWIW, while I believe the quality and function to be very decent on new production Colts, I will admit that of all the 1911's we sell, the Colts are the only ones to rattle when you shake them. They seem to consistently have the loosest slide to frame fit.
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old&slow
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I have short fat hands and prefer flat main spring housings, and long triggers.
Do Not like the flat triggers that they have on some 1911's.
I've never done a count , but figure you will see more flat housing and long triggers at most competition.
I Do Not like 3 dot sights. Most of my shooting is local steel plates matches. Lining up 3 white dots
with a 4th white dot doesn't work for me.
Black on black sights when my eyes were good. Fiber optics front sight with black rear now.
Beavertail grip safety is a Must.
Do Not like the flat triggers that they have on some 1911's.
I've never done a count , but figure you will see more flat housing and long triggers at most competition.
I Do Not like 3 dot sights. Most of my shooting is local steel plates matches. Lining up 3 white dots
with a 4th white dot doesn't work for me.
Black on black sights when my eyes were good. Fiber optics front sight with black rear now.
Beavertail grip safety is a Must.
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old&slow
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,, oops ,, double tapped the trigger ,, I mean button.. 
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