Why all the hype about 1911's?

[golfinfool]

I've searched and read alot of posts about 1911's. It seems like this is the most popular model. What is it that makes everyone drool over it? I'm not trying to start a war or anything, just wanting some good info. I went to a gun show in Brazil today and saw a few and of course they look good.

 

[sprshggy07]

I always wondered that too until I shot one. They're amazing.

 

[golfinfool]

It does feel real good in my hand, havent had the luxury of firing one yet. Wasnt sure if they were so well liked because of looks alone or the feel. Thanks

 

[OiRadio47]

They are truly pieces of art. Not to mention they have been around for a 100 years? Id say that speaks for itself!

 

[John Galt]

Looks great, feels great, solid reputation, excellent primary caliber with other choices as well, and everything from entry level price range to several thousands of dollars. Easy to carry/conceal, what's not to love?

 

[rlidgard]

i have two and on my way to 200. they r all very nice guns. u cant go wrong with any. if u decide to get one. make sure its a nice one. i have the pleasure of having a kimber. but thats my favorite so far. i have also had the chance to shoot a remington,colt,sa, and para. which i also liked. never shot a rock island. but people like them

 

[golfinfool]

Only one I picked up today was a Sig, it felt solid just holding it. Do most people have them in the traditional .45 caliber, or others? I want something that is not too expensive to shoot and .45 is not cheap to shoot. I guess if I'm gonna spend a grand on a gun I really shouldnt worry about the cost of ammo huh?

 

[Gunaria]

38 super FTW!

 

[rlidgard]

i have a 45 and a 1911 .22 so best of both worlds. i use mine for idpa and its perfect. its not cheap to shoot. but worh it. u dont buy a ferrari and ask for a 4cyl do u?

 

[Kirk Freeman]

If the egg is the perfect shape, then the 1911 is the perfect pistol, everything is where it should be.

Jeff Cooper

 

[perry]

I think they're cool just because the design is 100 years old - I think it's neat that the 100 year old design is still in wide use. And some of them look pretty nice.

However, I shot a friend's Kimber 1911 and Glock 30 (subcompact .45) back to back and I think I actually liked the Glock better. And I have pretty big hands. I think the Glock just felt better to shoot. Sacrilege, huh?

 

[printcraft]

Only one I picked up today was a Sig, it felt solid just holding it. Do most people have them in the traditional .45 caliber, or others? I want something that is not too expensive to shoot and .45 is not cheap to shoot. I guess if I'm gonna spend a grand on a gun I really shouldnt worry about the cost of ammo huh?

Well, they do make a .22 conversion so you can have the best of both worlds.

Let me google that for you

 

[Bobby]

I always wondered that too until I shot one. They're amazing.

+1

I shot my dad's Kimber recently and the rest is history. 1911s are the only handguns that interest me now.

 

[tgallmey]

Got a .45 and a .22. planning on getting a 10mm. Im not sure what it is there just right and ive always loved them

 

[actaeon277]

Only one I picked up today was a Sig, it felt solid just holding it. Do most people have them in the traditional .45 caliber, or others? I want something that is not too expensive to shoot and .45 is not cheap to shoot. I guess if I'm gonna spend a grand on a gun I really shouldnt worry about the cost of ammo huh?

Always keep ammo cost in mind, unless you are buying a gun-safe-queen. Not everyone can buy all the guns they want. Maybe eventually you'll have a 9 and a 45.

Ask yourself, what do I want this gun for? If its range only, 9 is fine. Even for defense some people prefer the recoil of the 9.

45s are great, but not that great if you can't take it out.

 

[Booshie]

Looks great, feels great, solid reputation, excellent primary caliber with other choices as well, and everything from entry level price range to several thousands of dollars. Easy to carry/conceal, what's not to love?

nailed it, +1

 

[actaeon277]

And, over the life of the gun, you'll spend more than the cost of the gun.

Look at the cost of a Barrett 50BMG. Then look up cost of ammo. More expensive gun, more expensive ammom.

 

[vxtip]

The way it feels in your hand, the slimness of it, the weight, the gentle push of the recoil, being able to carry it cocked and locked, the natural way it points in your hand, and the trigger omg the trigger, short, crisp, its perfect. As a carry gun I do wish it was a bit lighter, a reliable double stack with a lighter frame...I'm losing focus I should go...

 

[LPMan59]

 

[kilo11]

Shootability and adaptability. The 1911 is the most high performance handgun on the market capable of taken a shooter to places he's never been before.

The trigger is unlike anything else on the market. It can be tuned to absolute perfection. In fact it can even spoil you a bit.

Ergonomics are fantastic. The sits super low in the hand and the slim profile means that shooter can get more control and a better trigger reach.

The barrel lockup can also be tuned to perfection, giving the shooter more accuracy or more reliability or somewhere in between. There is currently very few guns on the market that allow the consistent lockup of the barrel.

The entire gun can be fitted and finished to perfection. The trigger, barrel, slide, frame, and all other parts can be assembled and fitted in a way that few guns can. No other gun can fill so many roles. A 1911 can be configured for competition, LEO patrol or tactical, military, home defense, self defense, and hunting and do all those things better than anything else when properly built.