What type of 1911 do you think I should get?

[Vladislas]

Looking to get my first 1911 and want to know what a good entry level 1911 I should look at.

 

[kawtech87]

I would recomend getting somthing decent to start with. Springfield and Colt get alot of love on here for good reason.

What is your budget looking like?

 

[davedolli]

Kimbers are great also.

Dave

 

[melensdad]

www.DetonicsDefense.com They have both the most modern double stack 1911 pistols on the market (at reasonable prices) and they have traditional 1911 pistols as well. All made right here in the USA, and with absolutely ZERO parts made from MIM processed powdered metals.

 

[themadmedic]

Agree with kawtech87. Rock Island or the Remingtons are worth a look too.

 

[AllenM]

Depends on your budget. If you want in around 450 - 500 I say Rock Island but if you can spend north of $700.00 then I agree with the previous posts.
You get what you pay for

 

[drgnrobo]

Springfield Armory ,great customer service & when you call you talk to a real person.

 

[rockhopper46038]

Probably the most comprehensive online guides currently available to give you some 1911s to consider is over at 1911 Addicts:

Buyer's guide for all you 1911 addicts...

Clearly not everything is represented, but there is a place for you to see a large variety of what is currently available, spread across many price ranges.

 

[sgreen3]

If your looking for a budget 1911, check out the Rock Island models. Very nice 1911 for the money.

 

[Vladislas]

I am looking to spend around 650.00 I do like the colt 1911. I will look up the Rock Island .

 

[gunman41mag]

I do like my CASPIAN

 

[wtfd661]

Kimber, Colt, or Springfield all have great models.

 

[Vladislas]

I have decided on a Rock Island for my first. Have read good reviews on them for the cost.

 

[Compuvette]

I have decided on a Rock Island for my first. Have read good reviews on them for the cost.

I've heard they are good. Enjoy!

 

[gungirl65]

I have a Sig ultra compact 1911, 45 ACP. I like it really well. It's fun to shoot and it's accurate.

 

[bass pro]

The rock island is a very functional gun. Its not real pretty,but will work as well as any other 1911.

 

[hpclayto]

I love my Ruger SR1911

 

[Hookeye]

I love my Colt Commander, but have been eyeing a Smith full size.........they sure look pretty

 

[T4rdV4rk]

You should check out Springfields as previously mentioned and Smith and Wesson has actually come out with some sweet ones. Good luck to you.

 

[Brina]

i'm on the same search. I hadn't been looking at S&W's, but today i checked out their line. Scandium Alloy Frames? Is that different than a Colt with an Al frame? anyone ever shot and S&W E-series? i understand it's a weight issue related to using a gun for CC. other than that, what's the difference between steel and Al frames? what changes does it bring to shooting?