Suggest to me a 1911

[2A2Dend]

UPDATE
My selection has been chosen, purchased, and received.

I've always wanted to have/get a 1911. The time is now to move on that. I'm not sure what way to go, new or used yet. I want something decent quality, in the $1,200.00 (or thereabout) range. Of course there's nothing wrong with spending less and still getting my desire!!

I know nothing about them, or what brands to consider. In fact, I don't (edit) know (edit) what size to get, short of .45 caliber. I think.

The longer the barrel, the more accurate they can be given the shooters skill-set?
This gun likely will not get carried much, except "maybe" on a hunting trip. I don't OWB or open carry. IWB? No.

All of you experienced in the 1911, share your knowledge with me, and help me make a decision. A gratifying purchase that I won't later regret due to my not being educated of them.

Please show me the way to the light. LOL

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[DB is Here]

Glock 19...What'd I win?

 

[2A2Dend]

Glock 19...What'd I win?

Got one, smarty. A 21 too

 

[DB is Here]

Got one, smarty. A 21 too

Carry On.

 

[2A2Dend]

Yes Sir!!

 

[DB is Here]

Im following this myself. Having one is on my bucket list too.

 

[surevaliance]

Glock 19...What'd I win?

And few happy sticks!
Seriously, as soon as anyone makes 9x19 striker fired 1911 with polymer frame and double stack magazine, I buy one.

 

[Goosebrown]

Go to sportsman's and try them each. Make sure you dry fire if they'll let you. I tried a bunch and liked the Remington R1 best but try everything.

 

[2A2Dend]

Go to sportsman's and try them each. Make sure you dry fire if they'll let you. I tried a bunch and liked the Remington R1 best but try everything.

That's been my plan and something I do need to do. I haven't though, because I'm afraid if I DO do that, I may have got coerced by the salesman, and find myself leaving with one. Given that, for now anyway, I'm staying away. Great suggestion though, and thanks.

 

[JuglansRegia]

Short of something custom, Dan Wesson seems to be the best bang for your buck based on my research.

 

[SHPD_Retired]

I had a lower end Kimber and a Remington R1 Enhanced. Sold the Kimber and really like the Remington. It is selling for about 700 I think.

 

[2A2Dend]

Yes, they are nice.

 

[cigars]

Sounds like you have set yourself a decent budget. There is quite a bit to choose from in that price range. All I can say is to buy something that is a standard 1911 govt model. That way you will be able to find parts and upgrades everywhere and it's easy to sell if you want to get something more high fallutin'. When you start out with an expensive boutique 1911, you may have a harder time selling it due to the higher cost and 'uniqueness", like anything custom. Congrats on taking the plunge into the legend that is 1911.

 

[jbett98]

Vintage Colt. Preferably a National Match Gold Cup.

 

[2A2Dend]

I like me some Colt

 

[2A2Dend]

Sounds like you have set yourself a decent budget. There is quite a bit to choose from in that price range. All I can say is to buy something that is a standard 1911 govt model. That way you will be able to find parts and upgrades everywhere and it's easy to sell if you want to get something more high fallutin'. When you start out with an expensive boutique 1911, you may have a harder time selling it due to the higher cost and 'uniqueness", like anything custom. Congrats on taking the plunge into the legend that is 1911.

I appreciate your words. I'm trying to make a smart decision. Not only for my enjoyment, but also the person I pass this onto later.

 

[v0lcom13sn0w]

i have a remington r1 enhanced with the threaded barrel. i REALLY like it.

 

[Cerberus Group]

I'll be as diplomatic as I can be, without sounding too much like a snob....uh, forget that, here we go...

After about 30 years of building, wrenching and writing about the old Colt Model O, I've come to a few conclusions about 1911's...

1 - If you treat your 1911 like you treat your lawnmower...buy a Glock or M&P...unless you get a higher quality make/model.

2 - Each one has their own personality

3 - Every make/model should be looked over for reliability issues right out of the box.

That said, I will recommend 3 makes/models

1 - STI Lawman Series 5.0 and 4.0; Unfortunately STI quit making single stack 1911's, but their Lawman Series was a hidden secret I wish more people would have known about. New specimens can still be found on Gunbroker and the like...top quality throughout. The last 1911 you'll ever need...well, not really...

2 - Dan Wesson Guardian Series; I prefer a traditional Commander configuration, and Dan does not disappoint.

2 - Colt Commander LW; Back in the day when the Commander first came out, there was only one, and it was designated Commander, which had an alloy frame. The Combat Commander came out in the 70's which had a steel frame, the 'Combat' designated a steel frame.

The best all around 1911 in my opinion is a Commander sized pistol with an alloy frame. If one is going to chop it down from 5", one may as well lighten it at the same time.

As for night sights, don't bother. They are good for about 1-2 hours a day...dawn and dusk...oh, and for finding the pistol on your nightstand. When using a good lumen hand-held or weapon mounted light (WML) in the dark your night sights instantly turn into regular sights, the glow tubes get easily bleached out.

For a front sight, go with a fiber-optic style. For low light use, the hand-held or WML will light up the fiber easily.

 

[2A2Dend]

I would treat my 1911 like my lawnmower. It's a 2018 JD X739

I would like to have either a Colt (preferred) or a Dan Wesson, if I could stumble upon a nice one

Great info. Thank You

 

[Cerberus Group]

I would treat my 1911 like my lawnmower. It's a 2018 JD X739

Then get a John Deere quality 1911, make John proud...unfortunately few makers put them out anymore.