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1911 advise
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12/07/14 06:53 PM
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Looking to pick up a 1911 for under 1K. Full size or Commander size? Ruger, Springfield, kimber, colt? The only guide line I have is that I don't want a GI style. I'd like an extended safety and a beaver tail.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5462858
12/07/14 07:14 PM
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jeffbird
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Look for a used Les Baer Thunder Ranch or Concealed Carry. Should run $1300 - $1400, and well worth the few hundred extra.
Other than that, STI or Springfield.
Add checkered frame to the options.
Buy Wilson ETM or Tripp mags from the start.
If it is your first 1911, go for a full size.
Commanders are great, but require a bit more experience.
Also, use full power, not +P', 200 or 230 grain loads for starting off to evaluate it.
The correct weight recoil spring is critical to reliable operation. Most manufacturers set them up for the full power 230, but full power 200's usually work fine as well.
+P loads will require a heavier recoil spring to operate correctly and also to prevent battering the frame.
185's will require a lighter recoil spring, which may require trying and testing to settle in on the correct one for it to run reliable.
Keep them clean and lubed, and they should run well.
Change the recoil and mag springs every 2,000 rounds if it is for a carry gun.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5462890
12/07/14 07:28 PM
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jdk1985
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Springfield TRP, Loaded, Range Officer, in that order.
Other good options exist, of course.
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/07/14 07:34 PM
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jdk1985
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X2 for wilson mags.
My next pistol purchase will be a 9mm STI double stack, fwiw.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5462909
12/07/14 07:34 PM
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jdk1985
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My 1911 is a TRP. My wife carries a 9mm Kimber Ultra CDP II
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/07/14 07:37 PM
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QuitShootinYoungBucks
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Springfield TRP, Loaded, Range Officer, in that order.
Other good options exist, of course. im eyeing that Loaded, looks like a value winner.
https://web.archive.org/web/20170223065011/http:/www.rrdvegas.com/silencer-cleaning.html
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/07/14 07:40 PM
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jdk1985
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It's a fantastic pistol. No magwell, but thats okay. Good choice. If you are patient, you will find one for a ridiculous good price to boot.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5462929
12/07/14 07:41 PM
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What other features are you after? One thing I'm digging on my Sig is the checkered front and rear mainspring housing. Sights? What type do you like? Serrations on the slide, front and back are something to look at. Or do you want none up front? Do you want the rail for accessories?
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5463982
12/08/14 02:27 AM
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What other features are you after? One thing I'm digging on my Sig is the checkered front and rear mainspring housing. Sights? What type do you like? Serrations on the slide, front and back are something to look at. Or do you want none up front? Do you want the rail for accessories? Not sure on what else I have to have. Let me say this though. I've owned 3 1911s: Springfield GI: Pros: Like the full size Good fit and finish Cons: No extra features Kimber Crimson ultra carry Pros: good fit and finish Liked the two tone finish Lots of extras Cons: To small American Classic Amigo: Pros: Cost Extras (beaver tail, extended safety) Cons: Loose fit Rattle Cheap finish
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/08/14 02:29 AM
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That being said I liked the full size of the GI but I'm not sure if I should get a commander or a full size. I like the Ruger for features for the money but I don't want another American Classic like cheapo.
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/08/14 02:45 AM
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At 1K, I'm certain you'll find a good one.
Man if I knew what Oxner knows I could throw away what I know
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/08/14 01:12 PM
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S&W E series is a good buy in that price range as well.
"A vote is like a rifle; it's usefulness depends on the character of the user" Theodore Roosevelt
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/09/14 03:27 PM
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Look at Para Ordnance. I like my P-14, .45. They make a wide variety based on the 1911.
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/09/14 04:39 PM
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Look at Para Ordnance. I like my P-14, .45. They make a wide variety based on the 1911. I second this. Had a Sig, problem was tolerances were so tight the gun wouldn't run dirty. Para has a wide variety of options.
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Re: 1911 advise
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12/09/14 06:42 PM
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5469078
12/10/14 03:23 PM
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I'm old school. Still like my Colt's......they have a great rebate going on a present time too! True that they don't have all the bells and whistles, but when it comes down to reliability, I've never had a problem with mine. I also like S & W. I've got a 1911sc that is a great carry gun.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5469100
12/10/14 03:32 PM
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CDNN Sports is running some good deals on Para's right now, and has the Remington R1 Enhanced for $599 after rebate.
https://web.archive.org/web/20170223065011/http:/www.rrdvegas.com/silencer-cleaning.html
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5469358
12/10/14 05:22 PM
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I'm old school. Still like my Colt's......they have a great rebate going on a present time too! True that they don't have all the bells and whistles, but when it comes down to reliability, I've never had a problem with mine. I also like S & W. I've got a 1911sc that is a great carry gun. I know that the iconic 1911 is a straight GI style. Unfortunately, the GI style doesn't appeal to me at this time.
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5469449
12/10/14 06:05 PM
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bakecity55
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It really depends on what you intend on using it for. If it is just a part of you pistol collection, and you want to add some tacti-cool stuff to it, go with a Remington, TRP, or I too have heard the S&W E series is a good deal. take the money left over from your 1k budget and add the features you want. If you intend on having this as your carry pistol, I say save up another 400-1k and get something a bit nicer. Kimber, Springfield, or colt. Let us know what you decide
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Re: 1911 advise
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#5469467
12/10/14 06:18 PM
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Love my Springfield Loaded and Para Expert (NOT G.I. Expert, the new one). They've both been issue and failure free so far to the tune of 4100 and 1800 rounds respectively.
You can find either one on the used market from time to time and at very reasonable pricing.
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