1911 Purchase

[Kbouma]

Hey guys

I am looking to purchase a new 1911 (has always been one of the top three guns I have wanted to own) in the next few weeks. My problem is that I only have about $600 to spend. I have been looking at the SA Mil Spec or GI.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[CandRFan]

I'm not sure what the Springfield's go for...but your $600 budget can get you a lot of 1911. Especially if you don't mind a used piece. Many of us have RIA 1911s and if you go that route you can also get yourself a nice little pile of .45ACP ammo to go with it. Then there's the Para GI Expert and for a few dollars more you might be able to find a Remington R1.

 

[garyindiane]

I Picked up a taurus PT 1911 not that long ago in that price range.
I could'nt be happier with it.

Taurus International Manufacturing Inc

-Gary

 

[anthony010]

I have a Taurus, I also hear good things about RIA. and they are both in that range.

 

[gunman41mag]

Hey guys

I am looking to purchase a new 1911 (has always been one of the top three guns I have wanted to own) in the next few weeks. My problem is that I only have about $600 to spend. I have been looking at the SA Mil Spec or GI.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I bought a used COLT GOLDCUP NATIONAL MATCH 45 ACP, in about 95% for $610 It shoots great Look around there are alot of good deals out there

 

[Ahgo]

I've got and RIA 1911-A1 CS, and it's great. I've got less than 100 rounds through it, but haven't had any problem with it yet.

 

[oneshotonekill]

I don't know where you're located but, I do know that there is a shop here in Connersville, who also happens to be a board sponsor that will give you a discount if you are an INGO member. He has a couple of specials going right now also...

Wulff's Gun Shop - INGunOwners

 

[drgnrobo]

There are already some good offerings in the classifieds that Im tempted by,check them out

 

[dfcrane]

The Rock Island Arsenal 45's are a great gun that you can pick up usually for around $400. That leaves quite a bit of money left over for a holster and some ammo. I prefer the compact model if you plan on carrying it much.

 

[sgreen3]

Heres the Springfield I got a couple months back. I got it for $829 out the door.

 

[Sigasaurus]

There are a few springfields out there that you can snag new for that price. I purchased one and polished all of the internals and it works great.

 

[Sigasaurus]

I might add it was a little rough from the get go and took a little time and some elbow grease, but there are limitless acessories out there for fairly decent prices if your into customizing a basic bone stock 1911

 

[Hoosier45]

There is an article on budget 1911s in the May Shooting Illustrated. They seemed to be most impressed with the Taurus PT1911, as compare to SA GI, Para GI Expert, Magnum Research, and Citadel.

If it was me, I would look for a used Kimber Custom.

 

[JetGirl]

All of these, with the exception of the stainless Kimber (top right) were under your budget amount even after tax and extra mags...
The top left one is a .22 (but still incredibly fun!! ) The bottom left is a Rock Island Armory, and the bottom right is an ATI FX45 GI model.

 

[Kbouma]

Thanks guys for the advice. I will update you with my purchase in the next few weeks.

 

[farva118]

Look into the STI Spartan. It's an armscor frame and slide with STI internals. The fit and finish on mine and the accuracy is second to none. Blows away the SA Loaded Champion I had.

I got mine used for a little over $550 otd.

 

[stacks067]

I don't own one personally, but I have read nothing but good things about Rock Island Armory 1911's. Maybe look into those. Good luck, and happy shopping.

 

[88E30M50]

I have to jump on the Rock Island bandwagon. I have a couple of Kimbers, a Springfield and a Rock Island Compact and could not be happier with the Rock. The Kimbers shoot very well, but for the money, they darn'ed well better. The Springfield is nice, but really nothing to write home about, but I do like it. The Rock is every bit as accurate and reliable as any of the others. I'm amazed how accurate it is compared to the others, especially given the short barrel. It also came nicely fitted out with an extended beavertail grip safety, full length guide rod, target crown and bull barrel for the tidy sum of $479 brand new. Since I bought it, I've added an extended safety and have run about 6 different sets of grips on it. My favorite (this week) are the Hogue grips with finger grooves. I've had mine about 18 months now and like it more and more each time I shoot it. I'll probably add a trigger with adjustable over-travel, then will just enjoy it. It's one gun I'd take anywhere and that I think will survive anything.

 

[Fordtough25]

+1 to Rock Island 1911's! My brother has one and it shoots very nice, and they're fairly cheap! The finish is even good, I might pick one up for myself and save some money when I have the option again!!

 

[tgallmey]

you cant go wrong with a RIA I have a citadel thats got all the goodies and Ive had a RIA government style you can find them for 400 to 500 pick your flavor cause they make a full line and you can still afford a small pile of ammo afterward they also come with 2 really good mags