1911 advice

[Frank-]

As the title says i'm looking into 1911's. Mostly 5 incher, chambered in .45 in the 1000 ball park.

Thing is theres so much manufacturer i'm kinda lost i'm just looking for the best value for my penny in the process.

I think i've looked at them all. So far the S&W e series and the Springfield's are my best bet.

 

[Paddy80]

Don’t forget to look at a Colt.

 

[Zedbra]

caramel is selling a barely used R1 with CT grips for $1,000, new these were $1400. I have the same gun and it is tight and shoots very accurate.

 

[Frank-]

Don’t forget to look at a Colt.

Oh i've looked at them, $$$, the government model (a1 old style) is more or less 1300 but it kinda feel old school (i know .... 1911 right... i mean vs other "rebranded") then gold cup hits the 1900-2000$ and most retailer doesn't have them or out of stock (same story with springfield but more choices)

 

[Frank-]

caramel is selling a barely used R1 with CT grips for $1,000, new these were $1400. I have the same gun and it is tight and shoots very accurate.

I've seen it, looks like he's selling a whole bunch. I quite don't know how i feel about Remington. I've read that "enhanced" models are nice, i'll look some more into it, thanks.

 

[caramel]

I've seen it, looks like he's selling a whole bunch. I quite don't know how i feel about Remington. I've read that "enhanced" models are nice, i'll look some more into it, thanks.

This is the Carry Commander model...

 

[Brianma65]

I e owned two rem enhanced, 4 1/2. And 5 inch.
Really good shooters and very accurate.

 

[Sivy97]

I have the Ruger SR1911, have for 4 years or so now. Love it. They had an issue with the front site coming off, not sure if that is still an issue or not, as I never had that issue.

Hope I didn't jinx myself there. lol

 

[Frank-]

I have the Ruger SR1911, have for 4 years or so now. Love it. They had an issue with the front site coming off, not sure if that is still an issue or not, as I never had that issue.

Hope I didn't jinx myself there. lol

you are more than welcome with any experiences

 

[Smcx]

Personally, I think SAM are the best deal for the money. I own two, and will probably pick up another at some point. Not sure about norinco steel these days, but the older GI models were THE BEST value.

 

[CV32]

As the title says i'm looking into 1911's. Mostly 5 incher, chambered in .45 in the 1000 ball park. Thing is theres so much manufacturer i'm kinda lost i'm just looking for the best value for my penny in the process. I think i've looked at them all. So far the S&W e series and the Springfield's are my best bet.

Been happy with my Springfield TRP. The Ruger SR1911 is also very good value for money.

 

[saskcop]

Not hard to find a good used Colt in that price range.

 

[McHoss]

This is the Carry Commander model...

This would be nice to own. Nice pistol. I personally like how the commander sized 1911s feel, very balanced to me.
The crimson trace grip on this one adds to the value. It's worth looking at in my opinion.

 

[Snider shooter]

Have a Remington R1 excellent gun for the money. Shoots very well. Currently trying work out a load that is good out to 50.

 

[Protege]

I am looking to sell my Springfield Range Officer Stainless. Unfired. For about $1000 with no mags.

 

[4n2t0]

Ruger SR1911
Springfield Range Officer

 

[silverfoxdj]

I still think STI deserves a look perhaps a nice lightly used if you can find one

 

[pilgrim]

^^^Look for STI 1911 Trojan. If you look hard, you can get a really good deal

 

[sailor723]

^^^Look for STI 1911 Trojan. If you look hard, you can get a really good deal

Might be hard to find one at $1K even used. They are up to $2250 new these days.

 

[caramel]

Might be hard to find one at $1K even used. They are up to $2250 new these days.

At this kind of price you are way better off with a Les BAER, NO PLASTIC PARTS IN THOSE...