irunguns: Ruger SR1911 vs. Springfield RO 1911

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Hey everybody,

I have been looking to get a first 1911 under $1,000. I know this topic is beat to death but I wanted some more $0.02 anyways.

Both firearms have pretty good deals on irunguns. The Ruger is really well priced although a part of me wants to spend a bit more for the Springfield Range Officer. Reading online has netted better reviews for Springfield in general but nothing on the Ranger Officer. Can any owners or people with firing experience care to weigh in?
 
I'll let ya know in a week (so I hope). I got a RO in 9mm coming in from IRG. :)

From all the reviews I've read on the RO, they've been mostly all favourable.

The positives were tight fitted parts with no sloppy play between the slide and frame and barrel and bushing. Trigger was a crisp 5lbs. Accuracy was 1.6" groups at 15yrds on average. Adjustable rear sights.

The negatives were that it was a little picky with ammo due to tight fitted parts but eventually less picky after it has broken in. The edges may be a little sharp on the slide and thumb safety and could use a dehorning.

If you plan on using a lighter hammer spring like a 19lb or 17lb, you will need to get a new standard mainspring housing as the one in the RO isn't standard.
 
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they look very similar except the Ruger is stainless and $200 less, the SA has target sights

Then how do you feel about the slide serrations? I personally like the thicker cut on the Ruger

I personally like the stainless look better, stainless is my kryptonite

for the $200 difference that will buy at least a couple boxes of .45 ammo

If it was my purchase I would purchase the Ruger.... well... at one point I was in the same situation and I DID purchase the Ruger... no regrets so far
 
If Ruger made the SR1911 in 9mm, I would have jumped on that one and put the $200 towards ammo like Condomboy. I too prefer the thicker serration on the slide. :)
 
The serrations aren't a terribly big deal for me but I'll try to handle both if I can...

This will purely be a range firearm which is why I am leaning towards the Springfield.
 
juicemoney said:
The serrations aren't a terribly big deal for me but I'll try to handle both if I can...

This will purely be a range firearm which is why I am leaning towards the Springfield.
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I hear ya. Well hopefully my RO shows up soon. I got an email saying they initiated the transfer. I'll let ya know what I think if you haven't bought one already.
 
Trinimon said:
If you plan on using a lighter hammer spring like a 19lb or 17lb, you will need to get a new standard mainspring housing as the one in the RO isn't standard.
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Wolff gunsprings make the correct length reduced power hammer springs for Springfield 1911's, no need to change out the mainspring housing.



I own both the Ruger SR1911 and the Springfield RO. Both are very nice, the overall fit is tighter on the RO but the internal machining seems a bit rougher than the SR. The barrel bushings fit nicely on both, not much difference in this aspect.

The triggers needed work on both, so a toss up here. Not to say they were really bad, but I prefer lighter and smoother triggers than what came with these.
The front sight flew off my Ruger after only a couple of hundred rounds, I replaced it with a superior machined steel FO sight. It could be Ruger has addressed this issue in the newer production pistols as well. Not to worry too much, it is a known problem that is covered by warranty if it occurs. No other problems since.

I personally prefer the adjustable target sights on the RO, and seem to shoot better with it. Others may find the opposite, both pistols are accurate and reliable. No problems with jams or stovepipes, they just run.

You really can't go wrong with either, it comes down to which finish you prefer and which sights you like the best.
 
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raindog said:
Wolff gunsprings make the correct length hammer springs for Springfield 1911's, no need to change out the mainspring housing.

I own both the Ruger SR1911 and the Springfield RO. Both are very nice, the overall fit is tighter on the RO but the internal machining seems a bit rougher than the SR. The barrel bushings fit nicely on both, not much difference here.

The triggers needed work on both, so a toss up here. Not to say they were really bad, but I prefer lighter and smoother triggers than what came with these.
The front sight flew off my Ruger after only a couple of hundred rounds, I replaced it with a superior machined steel FO sight. It could be Ruger has addressed this issue in the newer production pistols as well. Not to worry too much, it is a known problem that is covered by warranty. No other problems since.

I personally prefer the adjustable target sights on the RO, and seem to shoot better with it. Others may find the opposite, both pistols are accurate and reliable. No problems with jams or stovepipes, they just run.

You really can't go wrong with either, it comes down to which finish you prefer and which sights you like the best.
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Good to know! Thanks for the comparison. Looks like both are winners and it's just down to looks.
 
Yes, just be aware that you cannot compare the spring ratings directly between the Springfield ILS and Colt based systems. The standard hammer spring rating in the Springfield is 30 lbs. versus 23 lbs. for a traditional 1911. The actual hammer force is probably similar, but factors like spring length and preload account for the different rating required for each design.
 
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It would be hard to pick between the two as both names are known for quality handguns. The sights would be a big thing for me. I have plain combat style sights on my R1 1911 and Bomars on my Colt. The Bomars rock for fast accurate shooting though and make all the difference for me.
 
A couple of posters here have had problems with their SR1911...front sight flying off seems to be the main issue. As much as I want to like the Ruger I'd be tempted to go for the Springfield.
 
I wouldn't make too much out of this, of the many sold only a few of us have had the sight shear off. If it was really common, I think there would be dozens of posts complaining about it.
 
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I wouldn't make too much out of this, of the many sold only a few of us have had the sight shear off. If it was really common, I think there would be dozens of posts complaining about it.
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exactly.
i have the Ruger in both the full size and the commander size and both are flawless.
i have never met anyone in person that has had an issue with their SR so far its just been a couple people online, but out of the thousands of them that have been produced a couple lemons has to be expected.

Springfield 1911 is next on my 1911 list to purchase.
 
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