Looking to buy full size 1911 45 acp

[Xrperry]

I have been wanting a full size 1911 for quite a while now..my question is anybody own a 1911 under 700.00 new? I don't have a clue about 1911s and don't want to spend a paycheck on one.

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[cigars]

There's definitely a lot out there to choose from. I would look at Rock Island Armory. Very high quality out of the box for not a lot of $$. When it comes to 1911's, everyone makes one and everyone has an opinion on theirs. I don't own an RIA 1911, but if I was going to buy my first, that's where I would probably go if on a budget. I doubt that you would be disappointed.

 

[bbbass]

There's definitely a lot out there to choose from. I would look at Rock Island Armory. Very high quality out of the box for not a lot of $$. When it comes to 1911's, everyone makes one and everyone has an opinion on theirs. I don't own an RIA 1911, but if I was going to buy my first, that's where I would probably go if on a budget. I doubt that you would be disappointed.

From what I have heard, they are serviceable. The Govt model seems to be no-frills. They also have Tacticool models. From what I read, they just work. I wouldn't mind having their 1911 9mm/.22TCM at all!!!

 

[bbbass]

I might have a 2011 I could part with down the road. It's a wider grip and over $700 used tho.

 

[Fishonshawn]

For around that price I'd look for a ruger sr1911. I dont own one but I havent heard a bad thing about them and when I do pick up a 1911 that will most likely be my first.

 

[No_Regerts]

If you shop around, the Springfield Range Officer and Loaded Parkerized can be had for around that price.

 

[Whisky Tahoe]

Kimbers have been showing up on gun.deals for $599 and are great guns. Well made and come with a great set of features. Worth a look at least.

Good luck with your search. Gun shopping is a special time

 

[War Bird Radio]

Pretty good deal on a 1911A1 clone. $349 from Classic Firearms

SDS Imports 1911A1 Service Model 7+1 .45 ACP Black Parkerized Finish - Turkish Made By Tisas.

Tisas firearms are now proudly offering this 1911A1 Service Model .45 ACP Pistol, and it is one heck of an excellent firearm. Made in Turkey, the Tisas 1911A1 Service model is a reproduction of the original US Military service pistol with some modern upgrades. This particular model features a...

www.classicfirearms.com

 

[JustSomeGuy]

From what I have heard, they are serviceable. The Govt model seems to be no-frills. They also have Tacticool models. From what I read, they just work. I wouldn't mind having their 1911 9mm/.22TCM at all!!!

Their 1911 in 22 TCM is my wife's favorite rabbit buster. I've got one of their compact 1911's that I keep in the center console of my truck. Neither of them will win any beauty pageants, but both have been 100% reliable.

 

[Ura-Ki]

Rock Island are hard to beat for the money, and you get a lot of nice features you would be paying a lot for with others!
Step up a bit and Kimber are really good! Or, you could buy a new Colt from the company who perfected the art of the 1911!
Any of the recommended 1911's would make a fine piece, and would serve you well!

 

[OldTengu]

ATI firepower Xtreme. I've been trying to talk myself into a Kimber, but will probably buy 2 more ATIs.
Edit: for the same price as 1 Kimber.

 

[RVTECH]

I would look at Rock Island Armory. Very high quality out of the box for not a lot of $$.

Yep I was impressed with the ones I have looked at and am possibly planning on buying one in 9mm.

Very smooth action, good trigger and far more positive reviews than negative.

 

[BillyJean]

Right now you can find a used Colt Government for about $700. No reason to mess with the rest.

 

[Xrperry]

Anybody have experience with a para elite commander

 

[Whisky Tahoe]

Armscorp makes Rock Island Armory and Citadel brand 1911 style 45s here's a link to a review on the Citadel

Citadel 1911 [Review]: Best Budget-Friendly Pistol? - Sniper Country

The 1911 is a classic, and the Citadel is an affordable option. Read our Citadel 1911 review to learn more about this pistol's performance.

www.snipercountry.com

Again, have fun shopping! Many of us are experiencing this purchase through you.

 

[Unicykle]

There was a beautiful colt comander 70 series on here just a few days ago for 700, ive been trying to keep myself from buying if but i keep drooling over it.
There is also a ria 1911 double stack 10mm ive been eyeballing for under $700

 

[Xrperry]

Now I am thinking of trading my Sig p229 dak 40 sw for something.i don't think I put 50 rounds it since new, sounds like I am in for some serious thought

 

[asbtg]

Rock Island Armory. Great first 1911. Beat the cr@p out of it with iffy reloads, learned how to put the takedown pin back correctly and had a blast with it. Like a sports car, don't go for the Ferrari first; start with a tuner Honda you can thrash.

 

[User 1234]

When you buy it I highly recommend Steve's 1911 class. @CerberusGroup Takes you through detailed disassembly and inspection and proper usage.

 

[Dogbone38Super]

Springfield Mil Spec 1911A1 is the best buy right now. The Defender series. I have two of them.