Thoughts on the current 1911 market

[Dababy1]

If you were going to spend $800-1200 on a new 1911,what would it be?

 

[krotsman]

In today's market, probably a Taurus PT1911...

At any other time, I'd look at Colt's or Kimbers. It kinda depends what you plan on doing with it and how tricked out you want it to be, though, IMO. Competition shooting rigs go a lot higher.

 

[JBP55]

You may be able to get a Dan Wesson if you shop around.

 

[Fugum]

The Dan Wesson Vigil runs about $1200, last I checked. I have a CCO in 9mm that runs flawlessly. Fantastic finish and incredibly accurate.

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[falshooter]

Spend half on a Rock Island and the other half on ammo

 

[Dababy1]

I have a rock island already, it's my play around,gunsmith on a bit here and there gun.

I'll look into the dan wessons,the always caught my eye lol

Thanks guys

 

[MOTOR51]

Dan Wesson’s are great pistols. I would also recommend checking out a Springfield Armory MC Operator.


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[Gerberman]

What suggestions for a 1911 .45 that is closest to a tru GI military version. Looking for a *user* gun and not a safe queen.

 

[krotsman]

Speaking of Dan Wessons, (fantastic guns) looks like Bigchillin83 has one up for trade/sale that you may want to look at.

https://www.bayoushooter.com/forums/showthread.php?199153-Dan-wesson-cco-1911-45

 

[john17427]

Springfield Armory Milspec for a near USGI spec that you can shoot and drag around.

 

[Gunbeaux]

There are a few showing up at places like Palmetto State Army; CDNN and Sportsman Guide. Go to there site and have it shipped to your FFL. Academy had a Kimber for $699. just before all the BS started last year. like the guy said depends on what you want to do with it.

 

[ajk3rd]

I purchased a SDS Imports 1911A1 U.S Army 7+1 .45 ACP Full Size Government Model - Turkish Made By Tisas. I paid $350.00 for a new one. Fit and finish were great. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. Well made, straight shooter and at $350, how can you go wrong. I have several 45's, Colts, Para, Ruger, HK, and Rock Island, but I still like my Tisas.

 

[Blackhawk]

I have owned several 1911's over the years, currently down to two, a Colt Series 70 Gold Cup National Match and a Metro Arms American Classic II, both are extremely accurate and function flawlessly. I'd have to give the edge to the Metro for all the bells and whistles (over a standard mil-issue 1911).

Next purchase will probably be a Springfield Range Officer, just for the adjustable rear sights like on the Gold Cup. A quick search this morning showed the RO available in the $900 range.

 

[whbonney26]

My newest 1911 was a Kimber Custom II in 10mm from Sportsmans Warehouse. It was around 800. That was a couple months ago at most.

 

[Newbomb]

I think the Colt Competition model is one of the best bargains out there. Great sights and a match barrel.

 

[JBP55]

I think the Colt Competition model is one of the best bargains out there. Great sights and a match barrel.

So many pistols are using the "Match Barrel" term now.