That's why many people choose a forged Norinco frame to build their 1911's. Don't underestimate a Norinco. I haven't had a bad one yet.
Buying my first 1911
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That's why many people choose a forged Norinco frame to build their 1911's. Don't underestimate a Norinco. I haven't had a bad one yet.
greywolf67nt
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Stony Plain, AB
$1500 sounds like 1 Norinco and 2100 rounds.
My Norc has NEVER failed even right out of the box. Everything else I have had to tinker with to solve problems.
Then you can do upgrades as you decide what you like so you aren't guessing when you go to the store.
My Norc has NEVER failed even right out of the box. Everything else I have had to tinker with to solve problems.
Then you can do upgrades as you decide what you like so you aren't guessing when you go to the store.
- Location
- Lower Mainland BC
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I fail to understand why one would go to all that trouble and expense to still have "Made in China" stamped in it.
Chicom guns do not retain their value let alone increase in value over time no matter how much stuff you put on or in it.
Chicom guns do not retain their value let alone increase in value over time no matter how much stuff you put on or in it.
- Location
- South Ontario
Colt trp
The $299.99 Norinco's from CanadaAmmo have neither "China" or "Norinco", engraved on them.
There is a certain appeal to being able to fully customize something to your liking. That and having something one of a kind using premium parts is nice. The slide and frame of the norincos are made of good metal, but can be a bit rough in the finishing. Overall, it's the barrel, trigger and other internals that really make the gun. As long as the frame holds everything in place, it is doing its job. Also, not everyone is hung up on the "Made in ____" stamp. Some chinese made products can be very high quality, it's just the piles of crap that drag the general perception down.
Phat Eagle
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Fraser Valley, BC
SAM from Wolverine, or the same from Seraphim Armoury. List of options and a quality budget 1911!
Phat Eagle
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Fraser Valley, BC
Like the $599 SAM Thunderbolt has?!
well. not everyone buy every gun as an investment. some just wants somthing reliable and relatively accurate to shoot and practice with. given a cheap option like Norinco, the money saved can buy lots of ammo for practice.
you should see down south how many people envy us Canadian who can still buy various Norinco 1911s and ARs.
you should see down south how many people envy us Canadian who can still buy various Norinco 1911s and ARs.
Yes
Though considering that every Shooters Arms made gun I have had has had issues out of the box, and I've had 3, I will never buy another.
I'm told I have the worst luck, however.
But you would think that such expert gunsmiths would be able to fit barrel bushings and safeties properly.
crazyjackrabbit
CGN Regular
I like the Rock Island Armory I have. Fit and function is awesome. They arent as common around here. I havent had one issue with mine. If you dont care so much about new, pick up a used one. Save some money for ammo.
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I have a Norinco 1911ac1 and have fed it all kinds of ammo, for me the cheaper the better as 45acp isn't cheap, I haven't had any problems with it..Just ordered a Dominion Arms 1911 from canada ammo $313 delivered. If you care about what name is on the side of your gun then go with the high end name brands if you don't then check out the less end of things and add what you want to it as you feel it needs it.
If you know anyone who has 1911's try their gun see if you like it
Good luck with your search and let us know what you choose
Glenn.
I have a Norinco 1911ac1 and have fed it all kinds of ammo, for me the cheaper the better as 45acp isn't cheap, I haven't had any problems with it..Just ordered a Dominion Arms 1911 from canada ammo $313 delivered. If you care about what name is on the side of your gun then go with the high end name brands if you don't then check out the less end of things and add what you want to it as you feel it needs it.
If you know anyone who has 1911's try their gun see if you like it
Good luck with your search and let us know what you choose
Glenn.
Since the OP mentioned he wants a reliable and modern 1911, that's not going to be cheap. Lots of good suggestions here.
My question for the OP is - why buy a 1911 at all? I understand the "cool" factor, and something is to be said for classic design. But let me put it to you this way. If "reliable" and "modern" really are priorities, I would probably NOT choose a 1911 unless prepared to spend big bucks, and then still be prepared for additional maintenance which simply isn't necessary with more modern designs.
My question for the OP is - why buy a 1911 at all? I understand the "cool" factor, and something is to be said for classic design. But let me put it to you this way. If "reliable" and "modern" really are priorities, I would probably NOT choose a 1911 unless prepared to spend big bucks, and then still be prepared for additional maintenance which simply isn't necessary with more modern designs.
- Location
- West Quebec
That's a nice shooter, would not mind one myself..
