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What 1911 should I get?
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I've got over 1000 rounds through my r1 and it's been flawless. Can't recall any malfunctions and the thing is only getting smoother. For the $ you can't go wrong in my opinion.
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Ive had several. Theyve all been great guns. I sold the two i had because i wanted a ruger.
The finish on them is not great and there are some machine marks. But they run great
Pullman arms usually has one on the wall at a good price.
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StevieP
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OK - I have a TTT too, and absolutely love it. I've not had any failures of any kind. It looks amazing, shoots reliably and straight. Compared to the Ruger and some of the others, it seems to be a good value, as it includes front strap checkering and night sights, standard.
But according to what you just wrote, it's apparently a POS. Forgive my naivete, but what are you talking about? What's not blended vis-à-vis slide to frame, and what is a lower lug and what does it mean to have it "over cut?"
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I love the look of the SR1911, and its price is pretty competitive for a first 1911. The front sight of mines did break off randomly while shooting like some other people here, but Ruger replaced it no problem. Great customer support!
He means the back of the slide is not blended to the back of the frame. It's glaringly obvious on that gun. If the bottom lugs of the barrel are overcut, the barrel will sit in battery more forward than it should, relative to the slide stop pin on which it rests. So will the slide, since it's locked with the barrel.
See where the arrow is pointing? The frame and slide should be even. It can happen with properly fit barrels, but the slide/frame still should be blended to look correct. It can happen when the lower lug feet of the barrel are over cut allowing the slide to travel to far forward. It is an indication that there may be something wrong with the fit, but certainly something wrong with the finish
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I don't think he was making the categorical statement all TTT are piles of shit. I've handled ONE and that ONE was put together nicely - though I did not fire it. The TTT referred to in this thread, however, in particular has a defect. A pretty glaring error in fitment.
pastera
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Other than a finish issue, what problem would the "over cut" cause? Hammer not striking propery? Feed issues?
Not trolling - have no knowlege of 1911's and want one so want to get educated
StevieP
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Thanks for the lesson. I really do learn something new every day on NES. I just checked mine, and the frame and slide meet smoothly, with no fit/finish issues.
Is Wicked1911 likely to encounter any functional issues with this 'glaringly obvious' defect? The first pic he posted doesn't seem to show this problem as much as the pic showing it in the case.
Is Wicked1911 likely to encounter any functional issues with this 'glaringly obvious' defect? The first pic he posted doesn't seem to show this problem as much as the pic showing it in the case.
Still going strong with zero issues. I think it just looks like it's not flush in the pic due to a bad angle or something, because in person it is flush.
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Nevermind.
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I picked up a R1 1911 about a month ago and have about 800 rds through it. I love it more every time I shoot it. Makes me wonder why I didn't get a 1911 earlier
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People rave about the R1 so it is winning the hearts of consumers. According to the Remington website, only hardball is recommended and no plus P, but that is I am sure legalese and nothing more. Ruger says it's 1911's can fire any known commercially manufactured ammo. It also uses the traditional Series 70 firing pin system and passed the MA standards, uses a strong firing pin spring and a titanium firing pin. I think the R1 is a neat gun, but I favor the Ruger. You couldn't go wrong with either gun.
Armscor makes the Rock Island line of 1911's in the Philippines. It claims to be the largest manufacturer of 1911's in the world and is winning respect for economical and serviceable. 1911's. There is a good article about them in the current issue of American Rifleman. They have an ammo plant in MT and are commencing production in NV. My sensing is that they are going to be a big player in the entry level and budget 1911 market. I'd be willing to try one, if you like it, go for it IMO.
Armscor makes the Rock Island line of 1911's in the Philippines. It claims to be the largest manufacturer of 1911's in the world and is winning respect for economical and serviceable. 1911's. There is a good article about them in the current issue of American Rifleman. They have an ammo plant in MT and are commencing production in NV. My sensing is that they are going to be a big player in the entry level and budget 1911 market. I'd be willing to try one, if you like it, go for it IMO.
Bought a Rock Island 1911 the other day. Figure it is a good entry into the 1911 platform without breaking the bank. Only 50 rounds through it so far but for $500 how can you go wrong. I almost pulled the trigger on the ruger but couldn't justify the extra $200 right now.
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Thanks everyone for the answers in this thread, and privately. Got my 1st 1911 the other day: http://us.armscor.com/products/1911-compact-gi-45acp
It fits my hand perfectly; some of the full sized 1911s I can't seem to get my hands around!
For those looking at R.I.A.s, I'll say that the carrying case is nice, and the gun is nicely presented, and it's packed in a bag and coated with oil/cosmolene. It smells like when I last bought a new lathe, which is an awesome smell......so I don't know if I'll ever shoot this thing I may just admire it often and smell the oil on it! Just kidding.
So......I have not fired it yet but am pleased with what I saw when I opened the box. I think it'll only get better from here.
Thanks for your help, everyone.
It fits my hand perfectly; some of the full sized 1911s I can't seem to get my hands around!
For those looking at R.I.A.s, I'll say that the carrying case is nice, and the gun is nicely presented, and it's packed in a bag and coated with oil/cosmolene. It smells like when I last bought a new lathe, which is an awesome smell......so I don't know if I'll ever shoot this thing I may just admire it often and smell the oil on it! Just kidding.
So......I have not fired it yet but am pleased with what I saw when I opened the box. I think it'll only get better from here.
Thanks for your help, everyone.
If I had to start off with a 1911, it would be Dan Wesson Heritage. Lots of Ed Brown hand fitted parts. Excellent shooters and cheap (ish). The Norincos are also very cheap and durable as crap but they can be a bit sloppy.
I'm going to throw in another recommendation for the R1 Enhanced. I love mine. Great value. Plus Remington is doing a $75 rebate or a match grade barrel if you buy before the end of May. I think I might be picking up the R1 now. My only complaint is why do they make the commander a $1k plus gun. Wish they had a cheaper version, if they did I would pick it up in a heartbeat.
I like the Rugers as well. Just when I felt them in the shop the action didnt' feel as nice as the Remington. I've been looking for a commander and thinking about the Ruger as it felt like a great gun and has great review as well.
I've also been looking at the Sigs as I kind of want a railed 1911. The only thing that bothers me about the sigs and this is a personal thing is that they use that stupid Sig rail. I'm sure some people like that but I prefer a more classic look. My only other option is S&W for a railed 1911 and they are a bit expensive.
As you can see I've been bit by the 1911 bug after getting my first one, so you've been warned this will happen to you, and I want $2k worth of 1911 right now with a budget of $0. Gotta rob a bank or win the lottery to feed this addiction.
I like the Rugers as well. Just when I felt them in the shop the action didnt' feel as nice as the Remington. I've been looking for a commander and thinking about the Ruger as it felt like a great gun and has great review as well.
I've also been looking at the Sigs as I kind of want a railed 1911. The only thing that bothers me about the sigs and this is a personal thing is that they use that stupid Sig rail. I'm sure some people like that but I prefer a more classic look. My only other option is S&W for a railed 1911 and they are a bit expensive.
As you can see I've been bit by the 1911 bug after getting my first one, so you've been warned this will happen to you, and I want $2k worth of 1911 right now with a budget of $0. Gotta rob a bank or win the lottery to feed this addiction.
hillman
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Is there a long wait for the sr1911? As in if I have a favorite lgs that doesn't have it in Stock, is there a long wait to order one? That would certainly affect my decision at least a little.
Another vote for the Rem R1 Enhanced... I liked it the best of all the 1911s I held/shot in the price range. It has all the upgrades... Beaver tail, match barrel, checkering, fiber optic front sight, etc...
Shoots like a dream and accurate out of the box. The R1 Enhanced had the best trigger of any I tried (in that price range).
Shoots like a dream and accurate out of the box. The R1 Enhanced had the best trigger of any I tried (in that price range).
M60
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Is that RIA made in the Phillippenes?
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I have 7. Cheapest is govt ruger. I have alloy and steel frames. Govts & commanders with and without rails and or bobtailed. They get pricey. Drooling over a nighthawk custom now. Don't shoot often but I love them. Remington r1 and ruger 1911 are base guns. My ruger is smooth and solid. My recommendation would be to get the commander not the govt. that way you can carry if u choose. I carry 1911's in a crossbreed supertuck.
