Which 1911 to buy?

Lots of good advices on here. Don't forget that a well maintained Colt 1911 will always retain a fairly good resale value due to their rarity in Canada, no matter which model of 1911 it is. Just look at all the WTB's ads for Colt 1911 in the EE. I would describe you as a traditionalist 1911 lover, no tacti-cool gagets, rails, lights or lasers. Only the pure pleasure of shooting a venerable handgun for the fun of it. Well I'm like that too and I think you can't go wrong with a Colt. There's lots of other good brands too but a Colt will always be a Colt.
 
bellero said:
Lots of good advices on here. Don't forget that a well maintained Colt 1911 will always retain a fairly good resale value due to their rarity in Canada, no matter which model of 1911 it is. Just look at all the WTB's ads for Colt 1911 in the EE. I would describe you as a traditionalist 1911 lover, no tacti-cool gagets, rails, lights or lasers. Only the pure pleasure of shooting a venerable handgun for the fun of it. Well I'm like that too and I think you can't go wrong with a Colt. There's lots of other good brands too but a Colt will always be a Colt.
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I think you're right on the money. Maybe I'll have to purchase a colt from the states cause no one has them in stock here.
 
carsmovies said:
I think you're right on the money. Maybe I'll have to purchase a colt from the states cause no one has them in stock here.
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Like others said above, Epps and Arms East get them from time to time but they don't know when, how many and which exact model of 1911 they will get. Doc Rowland can also get Colt products. I bought my Colt six shooter from him and I know he can also get Colt 1911's but again, you'll be facing some waiting time. Other options are to keep an eye on the EE and be fast on the reply. Or you can always import one from the US, they are cheaper overthere and the importation fees will bring you up to about the same price you would pay up here.

Good luck
 
Try and hold out for that Colt, but if you need to scratch the itch early, I have always been a fan of the Para line; sadly, they're now made in the USA. Felt so proud be to able to have a Canadian product.

Now with the G.I. Expert - which has a fantastic fit and finish FOR the price - it is just a little off GI-spec. If you can, hold out for the upgraded version...heck, I'm even thinking of grabbing one to ad the SLIGHTEST pinch of tacti-cool to the collection...I think I have become a little too 'old school' :)

http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=77

I'd replace that FO sight in the front, and I'd be laughing.
 
carsmovies said:
I think you're right on the money. Maybe I'll have to purchase a colt from the states cause no one has them in stock here.
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You're not that far from Buffalo Gun Center.
If you've never been there you're in for a surprise.
If you can't find the 1911 of your dreams in that shop..well,,
heaven help you.
Super people,easy to get an export / import into Canada.
I'd pick a nice Colt Series 70 reissue in stainless or blue
if you want a nice pistol without any bells or whistles.
Now if I was to go along with you on the road trip,you'd
be seeing me looking at the Ed Browns,but I'd probably end up
bringing out the plastic to purchase a Les Baer.
 
If you want a basic GI model then why not pickup an Auto Ordnance GI from Del Selins and you'll have money left over! I like mine a lot.
 
Here's my customized Norinco. I had the work done at Armco. The fire-blued grip screws came from Grizzly Custom in Montana. The grips are by Craig Spiegel.

Trust me. A customized Norinco from Armco is a great value. I have a totally schmoe free pistol free of MiM or cast parts. The gun is as tight as a Scott's wallet and I love the gun.

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You might also look at a basic Dan Wesson. At the top of your price range, but the quality it comparable to others at double the price.
 
I have three Colts (1911A1 WWII. 70 series 9mm and 80 seriers Gold Cup SS) a S&W 1911PD and a Para SS LDA compact. The Colts are my favorites, look good, shoot nice and are Colts. S&W has the lightweight frame and looks good as well, Para shoots and looks good too. Problem is, none are in your price range. I have been shooting handguns for over 20 years and have always had Colts somewhere in the vault. Keep looking and if you find one in the $900 range, grab it quick, it will disappear real fast.
 
I just put 100 rounds through a friends Para SSP. I heard some bad things about Paras, but I will tell you this--the gun was very tight, and aimed exactly where I put it. I was shooting S&B 230gr FMJ and had no ftf, fte, nothing. Just press the trigger and bang. Looked fantastic, very easy to get on target, nice trigger. Nice gun.

Shot the Norinco as well. Could be picky and state it was not as tight as the Para, but it is 2 1/2 times cheaper. Still gets on target, even though I did not like the tiny sights(easy change). Good gun to take out and shoot, can easily be upgraded.
 
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