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re: Commander(ish) 1911s in 9mm
Posted on 1/5/17 at 9:32 pm to AlxTgr
Posted on 1/5/17 at 9:32 pm to AlxTgr
I have a Dan Wesson Specialist in 9mm. The gun is way more accurate than I will ever be with it. I also have a Springfield and Sig Sauer 1911 and their is no comparison, but the price isn't either.
Posted on 1/5/17 at 11:20 pm to AlxTgr
Of the guns you mentioned, I have 1911's made by Metro Arms (American Classic 4.25" Commander) and Armscor (Citadel 3.5" Officer model). Armscor also makes Rock Island Arms handguns. I've been very happy w/ both of mine. Metro Arms and Armscor are all made in the Philippians but are well respected entry level 1911's. They don't have the reputation of Ruger and others, but they're also less expensive; they're good, solid guns. Unfortunately, neither maker has a lightweight model at this time. If I were getting a 9 mm 1911, I'd want a lightweight model. For me, that'd tip the balance to Ruger. Metro Arms is supposed to have a lightweight Commander next yr, but we all know how future models don't always make it to the market. I never really worried about bushing vs bushing less models.
Metro Arms Bob Cut is a model w/ the "bobtail," but they only make it in 45 ACP.
Keep us updated.
Metro Arms Bob Cut is a model w/ the "bobtail," but they only make it in 45 ACP.
Keep us updated.
Posted on 1/6/17 at 12:06 am to AlxTgr
pay the extra and get a Dan Wesson Guardian. novak tritium sights, bobbed frame, aluminum mainspring housing, low profile grips, no MIM parts, standard bushing, exceptional fit and finish.
can be had for 1300/1400. worth it
can be had for 1300/1400. worth it
Posted on 1/6/17 at 7:17 am to Carson123987
Damn you cuz.
Know of any in a store?
Know of any in a store?
Posted on 1/6/17 at 10:00 am to AlxTgr
I sure don't. Bowie had one that was stolen in the break-in a year ago, and it was amazing. Dan Wesson is distributed by Lipsey's, so most local shops should be able to get their paws on one with relative ease
Posted on 1/6/17 at 10:02 am to Carson123987
Would it be a high crime to cut holes in that trigger?
Posted on 1/6/17 at 11:28 am to AlxTgr
I'm not a fab of the solid trigger either, just get a skeletonized and have a gunsmith put it in
Posted on 1/6/17 at 11:28 am to Carson123987
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I'm not a fab of the solid trigger either, just get a skeletonized and have a gunsmith put it in
Posted on 1/17/17 at 10:53 pm to AlxTgr
Uh-oh... Springfield Armory now has a bobtail.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:11 am to AlxTgr
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Uh-oh... Springfield Armory now has a bobtail.
I assume that's a SHOT show release?
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:17 am to bapple
Yes, but when I search it, some stores seem to have it. I've already emailed VZ about a grip for it
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:46 am to AlxTgr
My next toy will be a black DW V-Bob with exotic grips. Something like this:
The Springfield bobtail that you posted will be great for less money, though. It's specifically built for the 9mm cartridge, which I really like about it.
My dad has the EMP 4" lightweight champion and I enjoy shooting it a lot.
The Springfield bobtail that you posted will be great for less money, though. It's specifically built for the 9mm cartridge, which I really like about it.
My dad has the EMP 4" lightweight champion and I enjoy shooting it a lot.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:26 am to Politiceaux
I know it's a carry gun, but I wish it had a little longer barrel. No, I can't defend it or explain why.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:40 am to AlxTgr
4.25" is great for carry. I'll always like 5" better overall, though, and will always have at least one full size 1911.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:43 am to Politiceaux
I should just ignore that lack of 1/4", right?
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:43 am to AlxTgr
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Commander(ish) 1911s in 9mm
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I wish it had a little longer barrel.
I hate to ask the obvious question - but have you considered a Browning Hi Power?
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:45 am to Ace Midnight
quote:Yeah. Over time I've gone 1911 to Hi-Power to CZ back to 1911
but have you considered a Browning Hi Power?
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:46 am to AlxTgr
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Over time I've gone 1911 to Hi-Power to CZ back to 1911
Have you considered a Sig P226 or P229?
Field strips in less than 1 minute with no tools.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:50 am to Ace Midnight
No interest in Sig at all. You would shite on my reasons, so I won't list them. Field stripping is way down my list of concerns.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:52 am to AlxTgr
Sorry - on the EMP - correct. I was thinking about the DW. I also wish the EMP was a true commander but I can say that I really enjoy my dad's. The 4" barrel on that gun has never bothered me in the least. I've shot it a good bit.
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