looking for 1911

[rjjencke]

I am very interested in purchasing a 1911. What would you guys recommend for my first 1911 not to unreasonably priced? Thanks for any help!:cool:

[Wolfgang]

Springfield mil-spec for about 500 or parkerized loaded which comes with nite sites for around 650.

[rjjencke]

Just checked out the mil-spec on Springfields site....Looks like a solid reasonable deal. Thanks

[HERB]

Try a S&W best buy for the buck,and completely reliable out of the box.

[RojasTKD]

Shot gun news had an add for Springfield Loaded model w/ nite sites for $599 and the Stainless Loaded for something like $685.

The Springfield Mil-Spec is a nice piece, but I think youo'd like the loaded with it's extra features.

The S&W 1911 also apears to be a nice gun for the money.

[RojasTKD]

Should also mention that for the money Rock Island Armory and Armscor make a nice 1911 (Both made by the same people).

Rock Island is a basic GI WWII configured 1911 that can be had for about $350 or so.

The Armscor is comes with the extra goodies suck as upgraded grip safety, extended Ambi-saftey, extended slide release and upgraded sites. I've seen the stainless model going for around $450. the non-stainless should run a little less.

They make a great inexpensive first 1911.

[rjjencke]

Thanks for the info RojasTKD I will definitely check in to that. And yeah, it would be nice to have some extras!:)

[cmb2874]

I can sell you one...

[1911nut]

The least expensive 1911 that I've heard of is from Norinco.
They don't import them into the US anymore but they show up at gunshows with some regularity.

While they are about the least expensive, they have one of the best reputations for working out of box with few problems.

They are from Communist China but are reputed to be an excellent value for a Mil Spec type 1911 and are a good base for customizing.

[RojasTKD]

Norinco would be an excellentv choice as a bargin 1911, if you can find one. The prices have creaped up as the are few on the market. A while back there was a place in Miami that found a few NIB and where asking $395 (no more left). A good deal, still for about $50 bucks more you could get a Springfield with a life time warentee.

[hitecrednek]

Springfield "loaded"
Goood quality, good price, good customer service; more choices than JMB could ask for.

[ronnie1970]

Originally posted by 1911nut
The least expensive 1911 that I've heard of is from Norinco.
They don't import them into the US anymore but they show up at gunshows with some regularity.

While they are about the least expensive, they have one of the best reputations for working out of box with few problems.

They are from Communist China but are reputed to be an excellent value for a Mil Spec type 1911 and are a good base for customizing. i have to know what is the deal with these i have the chance to get one at a good deal.is it a good gun to customize will it take the same parts as the colt is the frame forged or cast please pm me with a responce thanks ronnie.

[TedG]

"FIRST" 1911? It's been 35 years since I said that and I've owned plenty since.

My suggestion? Get the cheapest well made milspec 1911 you can find (SA?) and spend the rest of your money on practice ammo. If you are more of a martial artist than a bullseye shooter, this gun will serve you well. 6" groups at 10 yards is more than adequate for a street gun. A 5 or 6 pound trigger will keep you out of trouble. Forget about fancy sights, triggers, hammers, and stuff like that. None of them will make any difference if you should ever need the pistol in a CQB encounter. Again... spend your money on ammunition and become better than your competition.

[sifu]

I would agree with TedG. Go cheap, see if the 1911 is for you. Get good with practice. Do your homework and buy what meets your needs. Have fun and stay safe.

[Scrappy]

Para SSP has to be about one of the better 1911's right now.
Under $600 and I have heard nothing but praise about it.
http://www.paraord.com/products/pxt1.jpg
http://www.paraord.com/pages/pxtspecs.html
Gilberts guns has them for $589 right now.

[APD]

^6
SSP rocks. I love mine.

[Wolfgang]

Originally posted by TedG
[B. 6" groups at 10 yards is more than adequate for a street gun. [/B]


6" groups at 10 yards ???

You're kidding, right? You mean 100 yds?:)

[okie]

Go with a "loaded model" if you can on the SA line. Lots of extra goodies for a fair price;) :cool: