I am a fan of both the Norinco 1911 and the np58. I am considering one me these as my first handgun but would love to hear some advice from you guys and gals. You have helped me make up my mind before on other purchases and I appreciate all the help. Thanks!
1911 or NP58?
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Mick Jagger
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I like the looks of the 1911. I read here that Norinco makes quality stuff, so cant go wrong!
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Wolfstrack
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both are good to go, but my first choice will be a 1911 Gov single stack in 45ACP
as for NP58, I'd prefer the NP22 in 9mm - a cheaper caliber, so you can save some money on ammo !
as for NP58, I'd prefer the NP22 in 9mm - a cheaper caliber, so you can save some money on ammo !
f you get a 1911, get it in 9mm, .45acp is a pretty penny to shoot unless you reload. If you don't like 9mm then a .40cal 1911 is an option as well.
For a first time shooter the 1911 trigger will be easy to get used to, but they don't take much to make the gun go bang so keep your finger away from the trigger till you are on target.
For a first time shooter the 1911 trigger will be easy to get used to, but they don't take much to make the gun go bang so keep your finger away from the trigger till you are on target.
easyrider604
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I have both of your choices. 1911 in .45 and the NP58.
Since I am familiar with the 1911 platform, I will buy that first. But buy them both if you can. I prefer the 1911 Sport over the Government model, because it has the long trigger, beavertail and ring hammer.
IMO, one may forego the Norkie Sig clones, but every pistolero must try a Norkie 1911.
Since I am familiar with the 1911 platform, I will buy that first. But buy them both if you can. I prefer the 1911 Sport over the Government model, because it has the long trigger, beavertail and ring hammer.
IMO, one may forego the Norkie Sig clones, but every pistolero must try a Norkie 1911.
I just got the 1911 last thursday and took it out to the range on saturday. It ate 100 rounds of the cheap blazer aluminum cased stuff without a hitch and impressed the guy next to me as I was able to hit a 6 inch gong at fifty yards with a couple feeler shots. Also this is my first pistol and I love it so far
Well i don't have the 1911 yet but i do have the NP-58. In a .40 i wouldn't go with the 1911 due to all the threads i've read about issues with them. But i do love a 1911 don't get me wrong, but it should be a proper .45. Anyway this NP-58 came with the worst grips i ever seen on a pistol.... stuck on some Hogues and all's better. Has never had an issue with any ammo. Oh and i impressed the guy next to me by shooting the nuts off a fly at 100yards......
Wow, thanks for all the good advice! I have always loved the 1911 and do like the options I have to customize it. But for some reason I seem to have a sweet spot for that NP-58. Caliber wise, I like the sounds of at least a .40 cal for simple stopping power. 9mm is cheaper to shoot, but bigger bore sounds better to me. Is there a huge difference in prices for 9mm or .40 or .45 ammo?
incorrigible
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9mm to .40 not so much. Up to the .45 big time (which never made much sense to me buy there you have it).
Usually 9mm is best all round paper puncher. A bit cheaper than .40 to run. Its the most common pistol caliber in the world so you can find it anywhere, easy on the hands, easy on your dates/wifes/kids/concubines hands. Plus it leaves more .40 for me
around here, for factory american eagle FMJ, your looking at about $19 for 9mm, and $32 for 45ACP. If you can get your hands on Wolf Remanufactured ammo (check SFRC), you can get 45 for as low as $20 a box for LRN. Ammo prices vary by area, but this can give you an idea of what your looking at to feed your gun. I forget what 40 was, but it was somewhere between the two.
hope this helps!
hope this helps!
Order your Norc 1911 from Armco - well worth the extra few bucks, then you can let the guy beside you shoot your Norc and watch him cry when you tell him what you paid for it. God, I'm heartless but it's fun.
I am planning on getting into reloading so the price difference will only be on the startup. I will just buy a case of 500 or 1000 then use the brass from there. i did more research into both models and have decided to go with the 1911. there are so many ways to customize and improve it, and being a lefty it only makes sense. I'm not sure if I will just buy one from Marstar or one of the supporting dealers, or buy one from Armco tweaked out. If I go with Armco I will have to sell one of my other toys to pay the difference. We have a baby on the way and my budget is tight. Are the Armco ones worth it? What does he do to them exactly?
incorrigible
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He does excellent work and its a noticable difference. It can take a while (sometimes months, not weeks) but for those that know the difference is worth it. That said I did mine with a honing stone (for sharpening knives), some emery cloth and watched a 10 min video on youtube. It took about half an hour and I got it down to a crisp pull of just over 2 lbs with zero experience with the 1911. The 1911's are pretty simple platforms and it's not like it's building a piano. Take down the sharp edges, clean it, lubricate, and make sure it doesn't bind anywhere. About 5 bucks all in plus my time, and its hobby time so its all good. Plus its kind of fun when you get to learning how it breaks down and works. Tons of info on the net for the 1911. It'll give you something to do while the baby stays up all night
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I have done several trigger jobs on rifles in the past. I machine my parts myself and am used to polishing triggers and sears. I have never worked on a 1911 and did not know how much work Armco does to them. Is it worth the extra $150 or should I do it myself?
