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The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 12:53 pm
by cmgee67
Hey guys I'm lookin to add a 1911 to the collection. I've had the Ruger Sr1911 5" but sold it because I didn't like the size. I like more the commanders size. I know Ruger makes That version. I have smaller hands and I would carry it every now and then so that helps. 45acp or 9mm are the two calibers im looking at and while I know it's a tall order I'd like to stay in the ball park of 5-700$. I'd like to buy new so if you have any suggestions on a good one please let me know what your likes and dislikes are.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 1:00 pm
by 1911 10MM
cmgee67 wrote:Hey guys I'm lookin to add a 1911 to the collection. I've had the Ruger Sr1911 5" but sold it because I didn't like the size. I like more the officers size. I know Ruger makes an officers size version. I have smaller hands and I would carry it every now and then so that helps. 45acp or 9mm are the two calibers im looking at and while I know it's a tall order I'd like to stay in the ball park of 5-700$. I'd like to buy new so if you have any suggestions on a good one please let me know what your likes and dislikes are.
Ruger makes a commander (4.25") barrel but I don't think they have an officer size. I have the Ruger commander and love it. The commander does have a full size grip. You should be able to get one in your price range if you shop around.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 1:19 pm
by mupepe
A used Colt Defender would likely fit the bill but comes up towards the top of your price range probably. I love mine. It's my EDC and has been 100% reliable.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 1:28 pm
by Pawpaw
In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by
Armscor.
They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 1:52 pm
by flechero
My LGS has a Ruger LW commander in 9mm. A bit over your budget but feels and balances terrific in the hand. I have no experience with Ruger or Armscor 1911's so I can't offer much in the way of a suggestion.
For small hands and more comfortable IWB carry, slim grips are readily available.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:19 pm
by aaangel
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:41 pm
by WTR
I get scam alert and trash at the link.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 4:13 pm
by aaangel
hmm it works for me. but there's a guy in Houston selling a ruger night watchman for $700. go on the ruger tab, 2nd page.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 4:14 pm
by Beiruty
Pawpaw wrote:In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by
Armscor.
They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 4:30 pm
by WTR
Beiruty wrote:Pawpaw wrote:In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by
Armscor.
They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.
I don't own one but the guys I know that do say good things about them.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 4:34 pm
by Beiruty
I have one in 9mm. If the OP wants to shoot it, he is most welcome if he is in DFW.
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:02 pm
by cmgee67
The Rock islands are nice and they seem to be well made and they guys who have them like them that I could see on YouTube. I did hear they were possibly opening a plant in Nevada and gonna manufacture guns there
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:03 pm
by cmgee67
Beiruty wrote:I have one in 9mm. If the OP wants to shoot it, he is most welcome if he is in DFW.
Thanks! If I decide on one of those I may take you up on that offer. I live 45 mins east of Dallas
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:05 pm
by rentz
Don't let the cheap price on the rock islands fool you, the 9mm one I have may have a couple rough edges on the finish but it fits tighter than the ruger I have and feels more solid
Re: The 1911 plunge
Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2017 5:27 pm
by Beiruty
A Good RIA model:
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/669019406
I had a SIG STX, a SIG custom shop model. Excellent. I only sold it in a trade for an SVI. I wish I kept it.
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/668977076
Another option SIG P220:
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/667801094
Also, I may look into this SIG 1911 (available in Black or SS):
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/668398383
