Thread: A 1911 in 9mm?

I know it may seem stoopid to some people, but can anybody recommend a good quality full size 1911 in 9mm?

Preferably without breaking the bank (under $800), I'm trying to save money on ammo but still want a little pop but not as little as a 22LR.

Any help would be appreciated!

Taurus is an underrated 1911. They make one in 9mm.

Taurus makes an excellent product. I have owned both the .45 ACP,and 9mm versions of their 1911 pistols. They are well made, function well, quite accurate, and are priced under $600.

You may be able to find a used COLT, or some other brand of 1911 in 9mm if you do some looking. Deals can be had out there!

Rock island tactical in 9mm is an excellent choice that can had for less than $500

Personally if I was going for a mid-bore 1911 I’d pick up a Colt in .38 Super for serious stuff and get a 9mm barrel for practice and training. Though it will take some hunting to stay within your price range.

I didn't realize that Taurus made one in 9mm. I've always been leery about Taurus' products as I have seen many that were sub standard and prone to breaking or having function issues. On the plus side they do have a lifetime warranty, but the downside is that you have to use the warranty frequently...

Does Springfield or Sig Sauer make a 1911 in 9mm? I've not heard of the reliablity or quality of Rock Island before, any comments?

I have had a taurus pt1911 in 45 acp and it was a good gun. Never a problem with it and it shot any ammo I put through it. Givin my experience with taurus products, I would buy one again.

I am trying to get my hands on a rock island 1911 to try it out. Have heard nothing but good things about them.

Sig Sauer and Springfield both offer 9mm 1911 models... I think both will put you a little over the $800 range though. Last new stainless Springfield 9mm was $875ish and the Sig was the same. I BELIEVE the Sig 9mm is brand new, so probably not too much info out on how it well it does.

Rock Island Armory for Sale at BudsGunShop

STI Spartan

Originally Posted by BillM

STI Spartan

+1 another great choice

STI Spartan? Do you have a website where I could check this gun out?

google.

STI International - The STI

Or check out the Spartan here----good pricing and a free fiber optic front sight:

STI Spartan 5" 1911 9mm Best Value Match Grade 1911 Pistol on the Market Just Got Better! "FREE DP FIBER OPTIC FRONT SIGHT INSTALLED LIMITED TIME" Detail Page

You read my mind. I have been wondering about a 9mm 1911 for the Wife. She likes the Kimber but does not like the .40 caliber all that well.
Mike

I would go STI Spartan, then SA 9mm, then Rock Island, then a chunk of wood with a smiley face, a piece of wet tissue, then the Taurus and only if someone absolutley made me!!

sti spartan is the best valued 1911 on the market today

Thanks for all the info! I think the STI Spartan looks to be the frontrunner here.

Any local shops in the eugene area that have them so I can take a look?

Barons Den may carry STI, I don't think I've seen any at Cabelas.