Dodgeramstein

Looking to buy one... but there are so many options... just wanna hear what everyones opinion is on brand etc.... What you like don't like? brands you own and have experience with etc. thanks

Considering primarily right now: Kimber and Springfield

Dodgeramstein

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KillermondoDude

1911s depend on what you want, what your willing to spend, and what style you wanna shoot
you can get anything from a no frills GI Issue for 500+ to a custom for 1000-2000$ to a full Race gun for 2000+
it all depends on you
Put it another way that be like saying i want a sportbike tell me everything but im kinda partial to Suzuki and Honda. so youve narrowed it down from thousands to a few hundreds

Driftertank

I have a Kimber Stainless TLE II. I like it. Took a while to get broken in, but now it works just fine. More accurate than I am, with a pistol at least. The night sights are a nice touch too.

Some people say that Kimbers are overpriced and overrated, and that may be, but mine does everything I want it to.

Brianaintright

Springer or a dehorned Colt, though I own a Kimber DW. If this is going to be a serious defense gun then the guys at 10-8 know what they're talking about.

1911_Duty_Use

chrisb

partial to the bushingless bull barrel myself. super easy disassembly and it just looks cool

chameleon

i say spend the $700ish and get a decent springer. then send it to www.springerprecision.com and drop another $300-$400 and have it completely customized. basically what mine is except my base was an Argentine Sistema. it now looks like this:

ride57

I would go for the Springfield. check out 1911forums.com would have lots of info.
Also shop around several different gunshops as prices will vary.

ride57

Here is a lot of info:

Articles

timebom

I have a kimber.

I do think the taurus pt1911 reminds me of the early kimber custom.

intrepid

Well its very easy to spend others peoples money, so I say buy a Les Baer. Yes, it will cost you ($1500-$2500) but they are worth it.

SWATKnowsbetter

I would strongly suggest one, theres a reason they are so popular ;) I have a springfield and have never looked back

svytlana

wilson combat custom. hehe

saread

If it was me, I'd pick up a Springer and have it turned into one of these:

Heirloom Precision

Note, the price shown doesn't include the pistol.

Brianaintright

I have a Colt, a Kimber and a Nighthawk. Love them all. Hard to beat the Colt for price and features but Springfields are always a safe bet.

Nothing shoots like a 1911. The trigger design is optimal for a propper pull. Get good sights, get it smoothed out (de-horned) and it'll quickly become your favorite. Keep in mind that this is not a Glock. If you want a gun you can treat like your lawn mower, don't buy a 1911. You need to actually maintain it.

chameleon

I back Welcome to Springer Precision LLC - The XD/XDM Specialists 100% as they are nationally known and are located here in Central Oregon. they have done all my work and will continue to do it. Here's a few pics of my carry 1911 which is a Detonics Servicemaster (Pendergrass model)
before:




After:

sunofnun

GODDAMN chameleon, that Detonics looks good.


This is somewhat over simplified, but this will make it easy to write out.


There are kind of three levels of 1911's. They all shoot lead. You learn the difference by shooting them. I have a colt, and a kimber.. I'd shoot a springer as well without second thoughts.

Entry Level, Lower end $350-750
Citadel, RIA, Bersa Taurus etc etc.

Semi customs $600-1500
Springfield, Colt, Kimber, etc etc.

Full customs $1500-5000
Les Baer, Wilson Combat, Charles Daly etc etc.




The RIA, and Citadel's are just fine for entry level shooters. (you don't have to get a used one) Springfields can be had for not too many dollars all setup.

My buddy has the taurus he doesn't like it. I shot it, it was ok.. felt light to me? Weird review.. but that was my impression? I only shot it once.. and it jammed a bunch.


What size and creature comforts you looking for?

Beavertail
Adj trigger
Lighter hammer
Adjustable sights
Fixed standard sights
Combat nite glow sights

Or maybe just a classic setup?


FFL needed for these new ones
$400 Rock Island 5"
$396.74 - Armscor Rock Island 1911 Pistol - 45 ACP - 5" Barrel - Parkerized Finish - Wood Grips - Fixed Sights - 2.5 lbs - (1) 8+ 1 Round Mag - 54121

$420 Bersa 5" LOADED
$418.09 - Bersa Import Sports 1911 American Classic II Pistol - 45 ACP - 5" Barrel - Blued Finish - Wood Grips - Novak Sight - 36 oz - (1) 8+ 1 Round Mag - AC45G2

$450 citadell compact 3.5" Loaded
$492.79 - Legacy Sports Citadel 1911 Compact Pistol - 45 ACP - 3.5" Barrel - Blued Finish - Checkered Wood Grip - Novak Fixed Sights - 32 oz - (2) 6+ 1 Round Mags - CIT45CSP

$500 Springfield 5" standard NEW
$509.87 - Springfield GI OD 1911 Pistol - 45 ACP - 5" Barrel - Olive Drab Finish - Double Diamond Walnut Grip - Low Profile Military Sights - 39 oz - (1) 7+ 1 Round Mags - PW9609LP




used ones

$625 Standard setup Stainless springfield full size
http://www.northwestfirearms.com/for...5acp-$625.html


NO FFL for this local piece
$800 steps you up into this full size kimber (with the bells and whistles )I was looking at:
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Firegal

I don't have unlimited funds for guns so I picked the Taurus. Awesome shooter right out of the box. Never had any problems, and even if I did they have a LIFETIME warranty (as long as Taurus is around!). Bought a used Taurus revolver with timing issues (got it REAL cheap!) and sent it to them for repairs. About 6 weeks later I had it back in perfect condition. I own at least 7 Taurus guns, both revolvers and autos, and have never had any issues, other than the one. Sure I would love to have a Kimber or Colt, but not for the extra price.

chameleon

Great write-up sun. Pretty well puts it into perspective. I agree with everything you wrote. And thanks for the compliments on the Detonics. I'm a southpaw and wanted to make it as left side friendly as possible for my carry weapon.