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Commander(ish) 1911s in 9mm
Posted on 1/3/17 at 9:12 am
Posted on 1/3/17 at 9:12 am
Seems like guns are the product hardest to find actually in stock. So, I am probably going to have to go mostly on reviews on this one. Looks like there are a bunch in the $800ish range then a jump to the beautiful CZ DW stuff that I probably can't justify.
Looks like there's:
Colt LW Commander
Ruger LW Commander-style
Springfield Armory Champion and EMP(4")
Rock Island Combo (TCM and 9mm barrels)
Magnum Research
Other stuff I know even less about.
As luck would have it, there is a SO Range Officer Champion in a shop across the river. There is a Colt too, but in .45 so I can at least hold that model. Also a Metro or some such. I doubt I will see another here. I am not in a hurry, so I guess I could travel.
Anyway, any reason to favor or eliminate any of those? Any I left out worth seeing? Finally, is there a store any of you can think of in La. best known for having this type of thing in stock?
Looks like there's:
Colt LW Commander
Ruger LW Commander-style
Springfield Armory Champion and EMP(4")
Rock Island Combo (TCM and 9mm barrels)
Magnum Research
Other stuff I know even less about.
As luck would have it, there is a SO Range Officer Champion in a shop across the river. There is a Colt too, but in .45 so I can at least hold that model. Also a Metro or some such. I doubt I will see another here. I am not in a hurry, so I guess I could travel.
Anyway, any reason to favor or eliminate any of those? Any I left out worth seeing? Finally, is there a store any of you can think of in La. best known for having this type of thing in stock?
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Posted on 1/3/17 at 9:16 am to AlxTgr
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Ruger LW Commander-style
I own this one, I think I paid under 700 out the door for it. I carry this gun about 80% of the time.
I took it to the range yesterday, and my son and I put about 100 rds thru it with no problems.
Has been a great gun and shoots extremely well for being the LW option.
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 1/18/17 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.
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