A 1911 in 9mm?

[Greenbug]

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!

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[glock.40]

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

 

[nwo]

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!

 

[AndyH]

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

 

[Greenbug]

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?

 

[22many]

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.

 

[FullCaliberII]

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.

 

[cotillion]

Rock Island Armory for Sale at BudsGunShop

 

[BillM]

STI Spartan

 

[AndyH]

STI Spartan

+1 another great choice

 

[Greenbug]

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

 

[glock.40]

google.

 

[AndyH]

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[BillM]

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

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[bruzer]

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

 

[iamme]

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!!

 

[bulzeye]

sti spartan is the best valued 1911 on the market today

 

[Greenbug]

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?

 

[iamme]

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

 

[22many]

I have always thought that any gun in 9mm that has a barrel longer then 4 inches is useless. I can see the match guns in competition having a slight advantage (although not much) but it just seems like it's unneeded weight. Anybody have any thoughts on this?