I'm probably gonna be told to burn in hell by purists, but I nevertheless ask the question: What would be a good choice for a 1911ish pistol in 9mm. (I know if it isn't SA, single stack, .45acp, ... it isn't a real 1911) Still, I like to see some models...
warning 1911 purists might be offended by this thread
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kimber aegis is another option, but be a good 6 months getting one
Hey, it's still a 1911! 
9mm is offered by most of the major makers so features, price and availability would be the factors you need to consider. Hope that helps.
Don't count on finding a Springfield that easily if you want one of theirs, though. Worst company for back-orders.
9mm is offered by most of the major makers so features, price and availability would be the factors you need to consider. Hope that helps.
Don't count on finding a Springfield that easily if you want one of theirs, though. Worst company for back-orders.
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Reliable Gun on the sponsor board had a 9mm stainless Springfield last time I checked.
Well, I for one am not offended...
Two of my 1911's are 9mm's..... a Colt Combat Commander and a Norinco NP-29. And I even have a 1911 wannabe... a Star BM 9mm that's kinda Colt officers model sized.
Since the Colt Commander and Norc NP-29's seem to be in short supply my vote would go to the STI's as well..........
If you are considering an inexpensive 9mm pistol, Para Ordance LTC 9mm(2008) is my choice.
It is made with ALLOY, only 28 O.Z.
Full length guide rod, ramped match grade barrel, match trigger all inclusive. Only CAD$899.00
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=223561:D
It is made with ALLOY, only 28 O.Z.
Full length guide rod, ramped match grade barrel, match trigger all inclusive. Only CAD$899.00
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=223561:D
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1911 has its advantages over the Hi-Power (i.e. much better trigger), but in general terms I agree that the Hi-Power would be a better choice. The BHP is one of the most reliable pistols out there, while 9mm 1911s, particularly modern ones, often have serious reliability issues.If you want a single-action 9mm, why not consider a Browning HiPower.....
What the 1911 was evolving into, when J.M. Browning passed away.
I mean, the 1911 was JUST the intermediate step...
Neal
"...told to burn in hell by purists..." Some of 'em won't wait for you to pass on. The 1911 is only called that because that's the year the Colt was adopted by the U.S. Ordnance Dept. The Colt Commander is/was built on a Colt Government Model frame back in the late 40's when they U.S. military first thought about changing to 9mm. Took 'em another 40 years or so to actually do it.
If a 9mm is what you want, go buy one. If you can find one.
If a 9mm is what you want, go buy one. If you can find one.
The modern 1911 has nothing for purist to fret about. The new guns have different, hammer, thumb safety, grip safety, sights, no magwell etc that the original design.
So go ahead and get your 9mm 1911 I sure like mine a lot
So go ahead and get your 9mm 1911 I sure like mine a lot
