Argentinian 1911s

[JZ1018]

I recently saw advertised Argentinian Colt 1911s, Argentinian Systema 1927s based upon the Colt 1911 and Ballister-Molina 1911s for prices that I thought were very good compared to other 1911s out there. Does anyone out there have experience with these or know the approximate value? I think a 1911 is my next purchase, but I like older historic guns more than a lot of the new stuff.

 

[additionalmc]

I had an Argentinian 1911 years ago, It was great, very reliable, I remember it having a lose frame to slide fit, but I guess it didn't matter much, I only paid about $300 for it, probably around early 2000's I'm sorry I sold it now!

Great alternative if you want an old GI type 1911 but dont want to pay Colt prices

 

[Sweeney]

The Sistema was built on Colt machinery and tooling and all parts are interchangeable with Colts.

 

[dwarven1]

Basically a 100% Colt clone and a sweet shooter. I have one... and it's not for sale.

 

[45collector]

They are well built guns and like every other milsurp/ C&R they are only going up in price.

 

[JZ1018]

They are well built guns and like every other milsurp/ C&R they are only going up in price.

What's a good price for one?

 

[Picton]

I'd say under 500 for a systema or under 300 for a Ballester are excellent prices these days. I've got a Ballester, which I find more comfortable than a typical 1911; no grip safety means, for me, an easier grasp and less hammer bite. The only downside is that it has difficulty feeding anything other than FMJ, but that's not a big deal for me.

Fun shooters, and beautifully made.

 

[45collector]

I'd say under 500 for a systema

Maybe several years ago and beyond, but now that a lot of shooters realize that they're just as well built as a "real" Colt, and just as collectible, they have gone up.

 

[Garys]

Just before I got into collecting an importer had them in the $250.00 range. A lot of them were being surplussed by Argentina and they were flooding the market. They are now worth much more than that, about $600.00 or so seems to be the average. As others note, they are built on Colt machinery and were licensed by the factory.

Nice guns and since parts are common with the 1911, it's easy to repair or upgrade them.

 

[shootr25]

is anyone looking to sell or know anyone looking to sell their Argentinian colt? I'm looking to purchase one.

 

[FPrice]

Basically a 100% Colt clone and a sweet shooter. I have one... and it's not for sale.

Yeah, you got a REALLY good deal on that one.

 

[dwarven1]

Yeah, you got a REALLY good deal on that one.

I'll have her with me at the Turkey shoot tomorrow if you want to come visit her!

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[willbdavis]

Looks like Sarco might have some of the later Ballester Molina 1911A1 pistols. Interesting.

http://www.e-sarcoinc.com/colt1911a11930original-bestgrade-1-1-1-1-1-1-1.aspx

 

[FPrice]

Looks like Sarco might have some of the later Ballester Molina 1911A1 pistols. Interesting.

http://www.e-sarcoinc.com/colt1911a11930original-bestgrade-1-1-1-1-1-1-1.aspx

Calling the Ballester Molina a "1911A1" is really misleading. While it may look like a 1911A1 externally, there is very little commonality inside.

Consequently, while the completed HAFDASA design bore a strong external similarity to the Colt M1911A1, only the barrel and magazine are interchangeable with the Colt pistol. Note: Barrels and magazines made by HAFDASA are identifiable by the marking “HA” inside a diamond. The following is a list of differences between the HAFDASA pistol and the M1911A1:

http://www.sightm1911.com/?s=Ballester+Molina

 

[Greg Derr]

Here's one I did for an NES member a while back, I like them and the price point is good for a starter .45.

 

[MJ1]

Purchased several hand picked from SOG and two were absolutely new Navy and one was a parkerized Army. Shot the Army twice and sold it then was talked out of one of the Navy guns by an offer I could not refuse in cash. Still sitting on one unissued Navy. I like them and now regret selling as usual.

good luck shopping

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