Who carries the Norinco 1911's?

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I was about to buy a Norinco NP-40, but I had the chance to check out a NZ-85 today and it didn't stir much excitement in me. I also checked the NZ-85 and a CZ-75 (pre B) side by side and, although the CZ was a "little" nicer, I don't think it's worth the extra money. However, I had checked the CZ 75 SP-01 Shadow a couple of weeks ago, and that one is really much nicer, I liked it a lot. Please keep in mind that this opinion is based only on hand inspection; I didn’t get to shoot any of them, although I have shot the CZ75 pre B in the past.

Anyways, the thing is that I also got to check one of the new 1911 Norincos and they look and feel way better than the old ones. Yes, some sharp edges, but to my taste, almost everything has been improved. I even liked the trigger pull quite a bit and though that they would be a remarkably better buy than the NP-40.

So, all this brings me to my subject question. Since I've decided I'll go for a 1911 now, and put the NP-40 in the backburner, I would like to know who besides Marstar and Canam carries the Norinco 1911's at a decent price? Thanks.
 
Gun Lover said:
I was about to buy a Norinco NP-40, but I had the chance to check out a NZ-85 today and it didn't stir much excitement in me. I also checked the NZ-85 and a CZ-75 (pre B) side by side and, although the CZ was a "little" nicer, I don't think it's worth the extra money. However, I had checked the CZ 75 SP-01 Shadow a couple of weeks ago, and that one is really much nicer, I liked it a lot. Please keep in mind that this opinion is based only on hand inspection; I didn’t get to shoot any of them, although I have shot the CZ75 pre B in the past.

Anyways, the thing is that I also got to check one of the new 1911 Norincos and they look and feel way better than the old ones. Yes, some sharp edges, but to my taste, almost everything has been improved. I even liked the trigger pull quite a bit and though that they would be a remarkably better buy than the NP-40.

So, all this brings me to my subject question. Since I've decided I'll go for a 1911 now, and put the NP-40 in the backburner, I would like to know who besides Marstar and Canam carries the Norinco 1911's at a decent price? Thanks.
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I have a Norinco 1911 45acp for sale, with brass & dies. if interested email me a smq1958@rogers.com
 
Whatever you do, considering their price, get it from one of the many reputable associated dealers rather than from a guy who chases rabbits in order to engage in 69 with them, who just joined and hasn't bothered to read the rules.
 
Out of curiosity, why who besides marstar and canam? Well, specifically, I have heard way too much bad stuff about canam's service on here to buy from them, but why marstar?
 
Believe me, Norinco's are everywhere. Cheap and plentiful and more are coming ALL THE TIME. Rifles and handguns. In my opinion, a new shooter shouldn't be buying a Norinco product. The M305 for example can be hazardous to a neophyte if not inspected properly after about 1000+ rounds. You hear that some parts are really good, but then, other parts wear out fast or go out of spec. quick. But hey, don't listen to me, I'm not a gunsmith and that's why I didn't buy a Norc!
 
A cheap gun or expensive must be maintained and the knowledge of the owner of any firearm should grow quickly or you should have the money to get it inspected and serviced yearly if not more often by a gunsmith. I know a couple people with Norc 1911's and after taking them to a gunsmith for some tweaking and "polishing" the trigger they shoot great. I would be shy of a used one but a new one with warranty from a reputable dealer like Marstar and others would tickle me fine. I am actually looking at a 45 duo tone right now for myself.
 
Glo7 said:
Believe me, Norinco's are everywhere. Cheap and plentiful and more are coming ALL THE TIME. Rifles and handguns. In my opinion, a new shooter shouldn't be buying a Norinco product. The M305 for example can be hazardous to a neophyte if not inspected properly after about 1000+ rounds. You hear that some parts are really good, but then, other parts wear out fast or go out of spec. quick. But hey, don't listen to me, I'm not a gunsmith and that's why I didn't buy a Norc!
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Well, I've been shooting for the last 29 years, so I guess you can call me a newbie! After all, some of the guys I shoot with have been doing it for the last 40 or 50 years ;)

I know about the M305 issues, which is the reason I haven't bought one, yet. I will probably buy one, the day I'll have enough cash to swap the necessary parts, though. However, all Norinco guns are not made by the same company, and from the looks of the 1911's I have inspected, and from the comments of most people shooting them (not the ones that hate Norinco but have never used one), I don't think they are bad guns. Certainly not like the M305, and much better made than the NZ85 I got to check last weekend.

By the way, this won't be my first handgun. I won't be competing with it and I don't have the right to defend myself with it, so I really have no need for a 2,500$ perfect gun, especially if this cheapie will punch the same holes on paper as the more expensive one. And I'm not looking for pride of ownership either; I can't afford that at this moment. :(
 
I've had several Norcs and not had a problem with them, especially the 1911. If you are just looking to punch paper and enjoy a 1911 experience, it'll do very nicely and affordably.

And sorry to sidetrack your thread as this has been gone over ad nauseum on here but you entirely do have the right to defend yourself.

Carry it without a permit, no.
Store it at home unlocked at condition one, no.
Defend yourself if absolutely necessary, yes.
 
Who carries the Norinco 1911's?

Supporters of the Communist Army and Chinese military complex, that's who.

;)
 
yyyyy said:
Who carries the Norinco 1911's?

Supporters of the Communist Army and Chinese military complex, that's who.

;)
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LOL.... I bet those can only wish to carry one, since they probably are required to carry a worse gun than the Norinco 1911. It was funny, though! :cheers:
 
I have at least one of the various Norc pistols. The 1911's shoot a 200 SWC over 3.5 gr 700x (a mild load) into the black of a bull target.

Both the Sig and CZ clones shoot almost as well. The Sig clone is the best finished and has the best trigger, out of the box. The 1911's are the easiest to tune up.

The SIG clone (9mm) shoot very well with a mild load 133gr SWC.

All three flavours handle SWC bullets just fine.
 
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