9mm 1911 Suggestions

[Nico9283]

Starting to research/shop for my first 1911 and need some suggestions. I know I’ll catch some flack for not wanting to go with .45 but I’ve got too much 9mm stocked up and honestly my ocd doesn’t allow me to not have streamlined firearms that use the same caliber. I’m a 9mm guy, it is what it is.

I’m in MA so I know my ffl options are limited but I’m not against something used that was cared for. Budget is not more than $1650. What should I be looking at?

ALSO, I’m open to suggestions on firearms that are ripe for upgrading and tuning into better versions of themselves, I’m a tinkerer once I become comfortable with a new platform so I want to plan for future desires to upgrade, therefore don’t want anything that’s known for using a proprietary part or something along those lines

Fire away and be gentle lol
-Nico

 

[1903Collector]

I have a Ruger commander size and I really cannot find any fault with it, it just plain works and is pretty accurate for a stock pistol, I CCW it from time to time. My other 9mm 1911 is a S&W pro series, a little finicky with ammo but otherwise a great gun.

 

[paul73]

as 9mm will not be a true 1911 anyway -

Dan Wesson DWX 9mm Pistol For Sale Online - Dan Wesson Firearms Store

The DWX is a perfect combination of Dan Wesson and CZ pistols. Features a crisp fire control group from a DW 1911 with the ergonomics and capacity of a CZ. Originally developed for competition use, it uses a simple locked breech barrel system and a CZ-style takedown via the slide stop. The match...

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[Nico9283]

as 9mm will not be a true 1911 anyway -

Dan Wesson DWX 9mm Pistol For Sale Online - Dan Wesson Firearms Store

The DWX is a perfect combination of Dan Wesson and CZ pistols. Features a crisp fire control group from a DW 1911 with the ergonomics and capacity of a CZ. Originally developed for competition use, it uses a simple locked breech barrel system and a CZ-style takedown via the slide stop. The match...

danwessonfirearmstore.com

Out of budget and I’m in mass, so unless it’s on the roster, I can’t do an ffl transfer, private sales only. So unless you know someone in mass who has this for sale personally, this is irrelevant

 

[1903Collector]

I’m in mass, so unless it’s on the roster, I can’t do an ffl transfer, private sales only. So unless you know someone in mass who has this for sale personally, this is irrelevant

There are other ways to skin a cat my friend. I leave it to you to discover how.

 

[Nico9283]

There are other ways to skin a cat my friend. I leave it to you to discover how.

I’ve done a ton of frame transfers if that’s what you’re referring to. I just don’t see how I can get a reputable company to send one to an ffl if the ffl can’t legally sell it to me once they get it.. pm me if I’m missing something

 

[paul73]

i dunno nutting. don`t even have them guns. what guns? dinndo nutting.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nG7aix-VO4

 

[FPrice]

I'll second the Ruger 1911 in 9 mm. I have them in both calibers and like them.

 

[Bolt-1]

For what purpose is it going to be used for. So many questions, so little time.....

 

[FPrice]

For what purpose is it going to be used for. So many questions, so little time.....

Why, to shoot 9mm ammunition. Obviously.

 

[nstassel]

Dan wesson PM 9 is in your budget. That would be the best option. There's also a Springfield range officer in the classifieds that is priced well and would be a great gun. (not mine)

 

[Nico9283]

For what purpose is it going to be used for. So many questions, so little time.....

Lol just range use, focused on using something that’s inherently accurate for practicing fundamentals. Also can double as something I let some of my newbie friends try out, have always had better luck letting new shooters use something heavy and full sized despite their instincts being to request something micro

 

[FPrice]

Dan wesson PM 9 is in your budget. That would be the best option. There's also a Springfield range officer in the classifieds that is priced well and would be a great gun. (not mine)

If you are talking about the 9mm RO Elite...looks like it's gone.

 

[glockforlife]

You might consider the new FN High Power.

Highpower | FN®

fnamerica.com

 

[LuvDog]

The DWX would be great, but too bad we don't know when it will ever be released.

I would look hard for a Dan Wesson Pointman (PM9).

 

[paul73]

The DWX would be great, but too bad we don't know when it will ever be released.

one shall not lose faith! i also keep an eye on it, may be for next year or late fall Q3 bonus - if it will work out by that time.
and, if not - then not.

MFS sent an ad with this eye candy, yesterday. a bit high price, but, a nice one.

 

[Knob Creek]

I have a S&W Pro Series. Runs like a sewing machine with factory ammo and my handloads. I've heard good thing about the Springfield. No experience with the Colt.

 

[Cur]

Any of the above mentioned will work. From the Ruger to the DW. They'll all serve you very well. I have the Ruger in commander sized in 9mm and it's one of my favorite guns to let new people shoot.

I suggest hitting up the Mill on a Saturday morning-ish (~11-12 for max population) and start visiting the shops there and talk to all the wonderful folks. If you want a more pointed suggest, feel free to PM me.

 

[LuvDog]

one shall not lose faith! i also keep an eye on it, may be for next year or late fall Q3 bonus - if it will work out by that time.
and, if not - then not.

MFS sent an ad with this eye candy, yesterday. a bit high price, but, a nice one.
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I was all set to sell all of my Shadow2's and was just waiting for the DWX... I'm glad I didn't sell them. LOL.

 

[paul73]

I was all set to sell all of my Shadow2's and was just waiting for the DWX... I'm glad I didn't sell them. LOL.

when you decide to sell - let me know. i will give you some lowball offer.
i just sold my blue non-cajunized spare and debating what to do next, but as i just got a new rifle it will need to wait, for a long enough time. it is difficult to switch from the shadow to something else and like it, once you got used to it. i made myself to shoot old g34 for several times, but it started choking on the steel red army i have a ton of, so, went back to shadow and it felt like i got back to a comfort of home sweet home from after a vacation.

 

[MICHAEL GILLETTE]

I have a DW pm9 sitting in the safe that I could possibly part with.

 

[chuckules]

Not my ad

WTS - Ruger Lightweight Commander in 9mm

Looking to move a Ruger lightweight Commander in 9mm. I am the second owner, I have not shot the gun and it looks like very minimal use by the original owner as well. Gun came with 2 9 round mags, I will be including an additional 3 9 round mags still in packaging. Get a great deal on a great...

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[nstassel]

I have a DW pm9 sitting in the safe that I could possibly part with.

follow up on this. that's the gun you want.

 

[Daddy Mac]

Springfield has several 1911 models in 9mm. If you plan on tinkering, why not get an entry level piece and go from there. Any one of the SA guns will leave you with money for practice. Let us know how it goes. Good luck.

 

[Picton]

 

[PATRON]

Look around for a Star 1911 style pistol,and if you want a smaller one for carry look for the Star BM.

 

[Tallahassee]

Starting to research/shop for my first 1911 and need some suggestions. I know I’ll catch some flack for not wanting to go with .45 but I’ve got too much 9mm stocked up and honestly my ocd doesn’t allow me to not have streamlined firearms that use the same caliber. I’m a 9mm guy, it is what it is.

I’m in MA so I know my ffl options are limited but I’m not against something used that was cared for. Budget is not more than $1650. What should I be looking at?

ALSO, I’m open to suggestions on firearms that are ripe for upgrading and tuning into better versions of themselves, I’m a tinkerer once I become comfortable with a new platform so I want to plan for future desires to upgrade, therefore don’t want anything that’s known for using a proprietary part or something along those lines

Fire away and be gentle lol
-Nico

Your options are not limited in MA. Find a store that isn't run by a douche, build a relationship, and everything will fall into place.

 

[Tallahassee]

I have a DW pm9 sitting in the safe that I could possibly part with.

Hey there handsome.

 

[allen-1]

I've got a Kimber Target II, 9mm in stainless that's a lot of fun to shoot.

 

[FPrice]

If you want to move into the collector realm, this one appears to still be available.

WTS - 1950 Colt Commander 9mm

Location: North Shore Description: Colt Collectors: This is the lowest serial numbered early 1950 Commander that you will ever see: 24xxLW. It is in 9mm, light weight and all original (not sure about grips), showing normal wear in the usual areas. This is the first year of manufacture! Mike...

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