WAY too much money for what that is.
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WAY too much money for what that is.
If for only punching holes in static targets, agreed. If for anything more here's my $.02.Why not buy a $650-$700 Springfield milspec and spend the rest on ammo? It's a range toy. I see no need to spend a fortune on something superior. This comes from someone who spent well over 2k for a Daniel Defense "build a rifle" and accepts a cheap m&p 15 would serve me just as well. But i admit i didnt need such an expensive gun nor did i need to get other's opinions to justify me spending a very excessive amount of money. Come to think of it, i did. But i only listened to who agreed with me. Go figure.
All the fancy mods and stuff doesnt make your shoot better.
OP just wants a range toy. Not something to save his life or compete. I really dont see a down side. a benefit of a lower tier pistol is he can see what he likes or doesnt like. He may grow not to even like spring field nor the 1911 platform which would be odd.If for only punching holes in static targets, agreed. If for anything more here's my $.02.
Plus side on the Mil Spec- price. The downside - ...
Why not buy a $650-$700 Springfield milspec and spend the rest on ammo? It's a range toy. I see no need to spend a fortune on something superior. This comes from someone who spent well over 2k for a Daniel Defense "build a rifle" and accepts a cheap m&p 15 would serve me just as well. But i admit i didnt need such an expensive gun nor did i need to get other's opinions to justify me spending a very excessive amount of money. Come to think of it, i did. But i only listened to who agreed with me. Go figure.
All the fancy mods and stuff doesnt make your shoot better.
If for only punching holes in static targets, agreed. If for anything more here's my $.02.
Plus side on the Mil Spec- price. The downside - the old style duck bill grip safety, and GI style sights. I had an older Colt Government outfitted like the SA Mil Spec, and if you are trying to do anything at all more than punch holes in static targets, the reloads are slower, recoil management impacted by the old duck bill grip safety which keeps your grip lower, and target acquisition slower due to the old GI style sights.
I spent around $600 and did half the fitting/smithing myself just to fit an upswept beavertail which allows for higher grip and better recoil management, as well as easier reloads (on the clock), better thumb safety to park your strong side thumb for recoil management, and having the slide milled for Novak cuts for better sights to improve target acquisition.
It's a different gun now.
OP just wants a range toy. Not something to save his life or compete. I really dont see a down side. a benefit of a lower tier pistol is he can see what he likes or doesnt like. He may grow not to even like spring field nor the 1911 platform which would be odd.
I may be a hyprocite myself and buy a Ranger Officer instead if it were me.
I know it's not your top of the line, big shiny 1911, but my Ruger SR1911 has been great. I've had it for 7 years now.
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Hey Guys,
@Corbic 's thread sparked my interest on deciding on a 1911.
Currently, I'm looking to spend at least $1,000, but, no more than say $1,300 or $1,400.
I like the Springfield TRP and hear nothing but good things about the TRP series. I'm also considering a custom gun such as a Dan Wesson Heritage or Valor, if I can find one for under $1,500.
I've handled and fired several 1911's and my carry weapon, Sig P938 is 1911 based. Love the feel and idea of the 1911 and now I just want one.
This will be a hobby gun I take to the range to have fun with.
Must be Stainless
Excellent Trigger
Ambi-Safety
Skeletonized Trigger/Hammer is a huge plus.
Would be nice to have tritium sites as an added bonus or at the very least, fiber optic sites.
I like the TRP the best as Springfield is local, and they have a lifetime warranty and I also hear their customer service is amazing.
** MODS - Feel free to merge with Gun Porn thread if you feel its necessary. **
Thanks for the advice in advance SVTP.
-Chris
I'll bet a significant amount of money that your Sig is just as accurate as a Wilson Combat. Unlike rifles there isn't a lot if accuracy to be found in a decent 1911 vs a high dollar 1911.For a ~$1k 1911 I really enjoy my Sig Sauer "Nightmare" -carry
I've run lots of rounds through it using Sig and Wilson magazines and have yet to have a ftl or fte since I bought it in late '15. I've been running sig and fancy federal rounds through her along with the no name fmj range specials. The gun is balanced and the bobtail minimised imprinting.
It looks as good as it shoots. You're not going to be as accurate grouping as $5k WC, but with 45acp... close enough counts.View attachment 1488515View attachment 1488516View attachment 1488517
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I'll bet a significant amount of money that your Sig is just as accurate as a Wilson Combat. Unlike rifles there isn't a lot if accuracy to be found in a decent 1911 vs a high dollar 1911.
JMB put an external extractor on the High Power. The High Power was one of his last guns.Do you say that because it feels true? Because I can assure you that there is a HUGE difference in 1911s. Much greater than in bolt action rifles in fact. And I am speaking from experience.
Also, 1911s do not have external extractors. Sorry Sig and S&W. Speaking from a purists perspective, if god and JMB wanted an external extractor he would have designed it as such.
JMB put an external extractor on the High Power. The High Power was one of his last guns.
I used to feel the same way but the guns I have with external extractors have been very good
I like that one! I have a S&W Performance Center Shield 9mm. I like it, but I like my HK VP9SK a lot more. I've never owned a 1911, but might pull the trigger since I have 2 nice gift certificates for my local gun shop/range. I've been waiting to decide what I really want.STI Trojan.
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Dan Wesson elite series chaos.
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I have a performance center smith and Wesson that I love but it doesn’t fit your parameters.
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I like that one! I have a S&W Performance Center Shield 9mm. I like it, but I like my HK VP9SK a lot more. I've never owned a 1911, but might pull the trigger since I have 2 nice gift certificates for my local gun shop/range. I've been waiting to decide what I really want.
If you look back at my previous post I denounced external extractors too. I agree 100% with you there.Do you say that because it feels true? Because I can assure you that there is a HUGE difference in 1911s. Much greater than in bolt action rifles in fact. And I am speaking from experience.
Also, 1911s do not have external extractors. Sorry Sig and S&W. Speaking from a purists perspective, if god and JMB wanted an external extractor he would have designed it as such.