A Springfield Long Slide & A Range Officer

billt · Oct 10, 2011

I picked up this pair at a local shop here in town that carries some nice stuff. I've had my eye out for a Long Slide Springfield for some time, and Scottsdale Gun Club has them on their web site, but almost never in stock. Springfield doesn't produce a lot of them, and they tend to go fast when they come in.

This gun points beautifully, and the fit and finish is superb. The gun has a nice thick, bull barrel on it which is considerably thicker than other models. It also comes with a ambi safety, and nice adjustable target sights. He had just gotten the Range Officer Model in, and it was the first one I'd ever seen. I had read a few write ups about it, and the gun has been very well received. Anyway we got to haggling, and he made me an offer I couldn't refuse, so both left with me.

I think Springfield makes some of the nicest 1911's out there, and these 2 are really nice. I'll get both of them cranked up later this week. I still got to get to the range with the 2 Mini 14's I picked up last week. Most likely that will be tomorrow.

FullCaliber · Oct 12, 2011

Walking out of the gun shop with two Springfield 1911s... hard day to beat. Very nice purchase.

Iceberg · Oct 15, 2011

Great looking long slide. The SA Range Officer is one of the best 1911 buys on the market right now. I have one and also have a Marvel Unit 1 match .22 lR conversion kit for it.