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Looking for a budget 1911
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:30 pm
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:30 pm
I dont have $1k to drop on a 1911. I've noticed that there are a few brands in the $400 range but didnt want to buy a gun that was going to be nothing but trouble. What would be something to look at. I'm leaning toward the Rock Island.
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Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:34 pm to 4X4DEMON
Rock island and ATI is where you need to look
This post was edited on 12/29/12 at 7:36 pm
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:42 pm to 4X4DEMON
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:43 pm to 4X4DEMON
What are the Ruger street prices?
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:46 pm to 4X4DEMON
If you want a good 1911, you're gonna have to drop more than $400.
An ATI or a RIA will run, no doubt. But they just don't have the finesse and smoothness of something American. If you want a budget American 1911, I suggest the Ruger SR1911. They actually have one right now at Bowie Outfitters for $769.
I would also suggest an entry level SW1911 or the lowest level Kimber - the Custom II, is really good. The Remington R1 and R1 enhanced are both great too.
If you get a 1911, get an American one. Do us all a patriotic favor.
An ATI or a RIA will run, no doubt. But they just don't have the finesse and smoothness of something American. If you want a budget American 1911, I suggest the Ruger SR1911. They actually have one right now at Bowie Outfitters for $769.
I would also suggest an entry level SW1911 or the lowest level Kimber - the Custom II, is really good. The Remington R1 and R1 enhanced are both great too.
If you get a 1911, get an American one. Do us all a patriotic favor.
This post was edited on 12/29/12 at 7:47 pm
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:48 pm to 4X4DEMON
One thing for sure, you've got some real good options in that price range now.
2-3 years ago, not so much.
2-3 years ago, not so much.
Posted on 12/29/12 at 7:52 pm to 4X4DEMON
I just got a Ruger SR1911 for $699.95. I don't think you can get a better 1911 for that price. They're hard to find though because they're very popular.
Posted on 12/29/12 at 8:04 pm to 4X4DEMON
In that price range I would look around for a good used one or save a few hundred more and get a decent one. IMO, no pistol beats a good 1911
Posted on 12/29/12 at 9:09 pm to 4X4DEMON
4X4,
I understand where you're coming from as I was in the same position a few years ago when I wanted to buy my first ever 1911. Not being sure whether I'd like the 1911 or not, I decided to get one of the newer entry level guns. I figured if I ended up not liking the 1911, I could get rid of it w/o having much $$ in it. I first bought an American Classic Commander model. I later bought a Citadel Concealed (Officer's) model.
RIA has a good reputation for making solid 1911's. Everything said for RIA can also be said for Citadel as both RIA and Citadel are made by in The Philippines by the same company, Armscor. My Citadel's been very reliable. It came w/ a number of "custom" features not found on the GI spec model, most importantly, high profile sights. I bought the Citadel instead of the comparable RIA model because at the time, the RIA model didn't have such features. I think RIA now has a "Tactical" model w/ these features.
No one's mentioned them yet, but I'd also consider the American Classic series of 1911 45's. Like the Armscor guns, American Classic guns are made in The Philippines, albeit by Metro Arms. My A/C "Commander" has been both accurate and reliable and has a nice trigger. I really like it's deep blue finish much better than the Parkerized finish on Citadel/RIA.
There's a third maker of 1911's in The Philippines, SAM. SAM makes the ATI series of guns. From reading the 'net, it doesn't seem as if ATI has quite as good a reputation Armscor and Metro Arms.
W/ any of the guns made by Metro Arms, Armscor or ATI, you should easily come under budget, leaving you money for ammo and such. I suspect you'll have a hard time getting a used 1911 from a higher level maker and still stay under budget. Not everyone's experience has been favorable, but I've been very pleased w/ my entry level 45's so that I cc them regularly. Based on my experience, I can recommend you consider a 1911 made by either Armscor or Metro Arms.
Here are some 1911 forums that have subforums dedicated to a number of 1911 makers, including Armscor and Metro Arms.
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I understand where you're coming from as I was in the same position a few years ago when I wanted to buy my first ever 1911. Not being sure whether I'd like the 1911 or not, I decided to get one of the newer entry level guns. I figured if I ended up not liking the 1911, I could get rid of it w/o having much $$ in it. I first bought an American Classic Commander model. I later bought a Citadel Concealed (Officer's) model.
RIA has a good reputation for making solid 1911's. Everything said for RIA can also be said for Citadel as both RIA and Citadel are made by in The Philippines by the same company, Armscor. My Citadel's been very reliable. It came w/ a number of "custom" features not found on the GI spec model, most importantly, high profile sights. I bought the Citadel instead of the comparable RIA model because at the time, the RIA model didn't have such features. I think RIA now has a "Tactical" model w/ these features.
No one's mentioned them yet, but I'd also consider the American Classic series of 1911 45's. Like the Armscor guns, American Classic guns are made in The Philippines, albeit by Metro Arms. My A/C "Commander" has been both accurate and reliable and has a nice trigger. I really like it's deep blue finish much better than the Parkerized finish on Citadel/RIA.
There's a third maker of 1911's in The Philippines, SAM. SAM makes the ATI series of guns. From reading the 'net, it doesn't seem as if ATI has quite as good a reputation Armscor and Metro Arms.
W/ any of the guns made by Metro Arms, Armscor or ATI, you should easily come under budget, leaving you money for ammo and such. I suspect you'll have a hard time getting a used 1911 from a higher level maker and still stay under budget. Not everyone's experience has been favorable, but I've been very pleased w/ my entry level 45's so that I cc them regularly. Based on my experience, I can recommend you consider a 1911 made by either Armscor or Metro Arms.
Here are some 1911 forums that have subforums dedicated to a number of 1911 makers, including Armscor and Metro Arms.
LINK /
LINK
Posted on 12/30/12 at 7:04 pm to 4X4DEMON
I just ordered a TISAS 1911-A1 (Turkish made) from Bud's for $399. I've always liked the 1911 and am on a tight budget (baby on the way). Based on the reviews it looks like a solid buy for under $400 and since this will be my first non .22LR gun of any kind there was no need for anything fancy. I'll update when I pick it up.
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Posted on 12/30/12 at 8:31 pm to 4X4DEMON
I met a guy out shooting who was firing his very first rounds out of a Rock Island out of the box.
His Rock Island never missed a lick. He was drilling a 2" bull at 35 feet.
I didn't fire it, but he seemed really happy...said it felt just like his old service pistol.
His Rock Island never missed a lick. He was drilling a 2" bull at 35 feet.
I didn't fire it, but he seemed really happy...said it felt just like his old service pistol.
Posted on 1/12/13 at 2:30 pm to 4X4DEMON
I'd definitely get a rock island
Posted on 1/26/13 at 9:17 pm to 4X4DEMON
Rock island had one go on sale for $300 around Christmas. It was a .45 and I regret not picking that up.
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