Hard to believe the hassel I got. After a day of work he let me shoot his competition 1911 and I was hooked. During the 4500 round course, each Operator had between 50 and 500 failures. Reading your article on top picks for a 1911 I would for sure look at the STI 1911 single stack also compares to a wilson with a lower $$ if your looking at a wide body in 1911 ,STI can not be beat!! The Nighthawk is in a class by itself in every regard. $548.59. Not to mention an awesome trigger. Or stick with regular .45 ACP in our huge Best 1911s article. sad to see no auto ordnance on this list. I was working for at the time forced the officers working there to carry pistols issued by the dept.). Another feature I have always loved, is the external extractor. Love each for what it can do and some more for the pure quality and workmanship in a beautiful design. Personallyalmost all handguns out there are more accurate than I ever could be. Can't wait for my Springfield XDM 10mm to get here!! Available Online. Nothing but good reviews about it. I am new to the game at 65 I bought a colt competition that thing is amazing for the $$$ Sold on model 1911. Now I have a Rock Island, it was my first 1911. Let's say you wanted a Commander for concealed carry. I was surprised at the quality of the fit and finish. Thanks for review - very useful. Once the guns hit about the 8000 round mark, and had new springs installed, they were pretty much cured. series 70 in 45acp. Smith & Wesson 1911 Pro Series . Great triggers out of the box, durable, well appointed for the price range and good looking. Both cost 3x the RIA and are not even close in quality. Lol. Area Code: 866. Personally I think they have done a great job with the new v-bob and would love to find a guardian either in 9mm or 45. Big fan of the Novak front fiber optic, and rear adjustable sights. I like the Commander length pistols. I have a couple Kimbers. Remington R1 over the Ruger??? I was shocked to see that your list of the "Best 1911's for the Money" didn't include any Dan Wessons! The fact that it shoots very consistently 5" below point of aim at seven yards is also rather off-putting. Desert Eagle 1911, replaced a Rock Island 1911(never buy one) after it failed during a CCW qual. I will definitely get another one this year. 8. That doesn't mean I carry it all the time. model is getting ready for the 460 upgrade.. What about the smith and Weston performance center 1911, is that a good 1911 or should I go with the colt? All I say is buy what feels good and take every 1s opinion with a grain of salt. On the other end of the spectrum are the "over engineered" guns. Best on the market. Hard to believe that you gave Nighthawk Custom just an "honorable mention". I own a Soecialist and Guardian and couldnt agree more. I have owned examples of most of the productions 1911. I will have this gun til it gets passed down to my sons.through my will! See our full review of both the C and C2 here and our video review below. Then CZ-USA bought the company. Action job did wonders. I think that was because it weighed a ton. rail that allows you to mount a light or laser below the 5-inch barrel. Slide and frame rails are machined to exacting tolerances, delivering accuracy that will match any custom gun. CZ . I became my group's "gun guy" and everyone who had questions came to me. over 1000 rounds, still tight and with no issues . The complete package was than shipped to a NSWU in Little Creek VA. I just bought an ATI FX1911 Military for $359. We now have a hands-on review and video of the XL and XC in action with even better slow-mo footage of how little the gun recoils. I have an Armscor 45 with Karl Lippard hi pressure barrel/link shoots +p nicely..very accuratemy "Rock" govt. If you're looking to spend good money (1-2,000) on a 1911, Dan Wesson or Springfield are my top two picks. Other great features include tritium night sights, unique fish scale front and rear slide serrations, checkered front and backstraps, ambidextrous thumb safety, and a rounded butt for added concealability. Being able to license a design and have them work is simply amazing. . They're some of the most popular 1911's on the 1911 forums. I own and/or have owned Kimbers, Colts, Springfield Armory, and Dan Wesson's, and the Dan Wesson's are easily the best in my collection. ($998) Plenty accurate and hits point of aim with basic fixed sites. The full sized #108293 and Co. A crisp trigger, tritium front sight, extended beaver tail, checkered front and backstraps, forged aluminum frame, and forged steel slide ensures that the Vigil has everything you need and nothing you dont. They offer a few 1911 models, but the one to make this list is the STX. But than the p226 is even better, i mean the ldc2 of corse. . 1911 TRP is the best shooting best looking 1911 I have owned. For those looking for an excellent mid-sized carry 1911, check out the 4.25-inch commander S&W 1911SC E-Series. I use Wilson mags and Springfield Armory GI Stainless mags (got at an estate sale for $5 each!) Thanks for the comment. Decent article, but could've and should've been better. Since Ive had it in my possession, Ive not had a single malfunction with itwhich is more than I can say for many other guns. Compare . Better trigger than any striker fired plastic fantastic. I got into pistols by producing a bunch of videos for Rob Leatham. They are available in 9mm and .45 ACP. And now I hope to answer some of yours! Hope they are as good as most reviews I've read to this point. It's a battle I'm destined to lose, I think. Thats not even a standard 1911 (10mm and long slide). You left out Citadel Firearms line of 1911's. I have a S&W model 457 .45 with hogue grips. Im a decent shot, but shooting the entire gamut of Staccatos simply felt like cheating. One more thing, if I may. Shoots like a rifle and zero malfunctions over the two years I've owned it. - Standard Belt Clip: 1.5 inch ABS ; CountryOrgin : USA SIG Ultra Compact. Best 1911 Ive ever touched. For daily carry I am partial to the old-school government models with the old style hammers, but most of them are lacking in front strap stippling, so I'll usually slap a Hogue monogrip with the finger grooves and I'm all set. And, for easier concealment, 1911s with 4-1/4, 4 and even 3 barrels. Both the Commander-style hammer and rear face of the slide have serrationsthe slide to break up possible glare, and the hammer to . I took out the shok-buff and swapped for a 16lb spring and I've got about 1200 rounds through it after a month without issue. What a shame. I think you should evaluate a Ruger sr1911. Compare . Guy I bought it from said his grandfather and father carried it in ww1 / ww2 he carried it in Korea. Nice Dan Wesson STI After they refused to help me and told me i would have to pay for them to look at the f'd up 3600 dollar paper weight they sold me, i sold that one and the other 3 i had and have been telling people my story ever sense. I'm also quite surprised that Sig didn't at least get an 'honorable mention'!! If I could afford to buy 10 different 1911s (my goal for my collection some day) I am sure 6 or 7 of them would be Kimbers. The Smith and Wesson Model SW1911PD is a large-frame pistol chambered in .45 ACP. My newest 1911 is a Colt Competition 1911. A plus is when your buddies look at it with envy. I paid $422 out the door! Talking about prices my wife bought me a 30-30 Winchester one year for Christmas = new for %69.00. Bought way back in the 1990s. Does anyone have one they would like to give me ?? No rattle and a very nice shooter. It was jam-happy, too. Wow what a bullshit list of 1911s, you went with the loaded operater, for 1400, when for what a bill more you can pick up a trp operator which is so much more pistol. I picked my 1911 up at a steal for around 350 and am looking for a full size 1911 now so seeing so many on here I'll most likely stick with the Springfield. Mostly because you carry it a whole lot more than you shoot it. Sad really. TY. I bought it new. Dan Wesson hangs with the $2500 and up big dog custom shop 1911's in craftsmanship,fitment, and accuracy at around Kimber pricing. The smith and wesson e series is better than most of these for around the same price point or less. Another that should have been included in the $700-$900 1911s on your list is Ruger's SR1911. My household is very inclusive, diverse and tolerant as well. With a history starting in 1968, the Dan Wesson brand derives from the Quality Control side of Smith & Wesson firearms - Dan Wesson. Practiced with it often until 2012. Hard to believe the Rock Island gets a mention but nothing on the Roger SR 1911, I own a SR 1911 commander, I would trust my life with this gun over 1000 rounds ball and HP downrange and not one glitch, plus i prefer my 1911's American made but that's just me. Even though the Vigil is the entry-level 1911 in the Dan Wesson lineup, it is still nicer than just about any other option in the same price range. Cant wait to get my hands on it! You can pay a crap-ton more, but unless you're a competitor or a fashionista, the rewards are questionable. My brother passed five months ago and I came across his Remington Rand 1911 and ammo, he was MP in WWII. They are un-related companies. Compact for concealed carry and reliable. 2 ($1400 pistol) that would malfunction 40 times out of 50 rounds fired. Brought to you by Wilson Combat, Larry Vickers, and Springfield Armory this is a badass gun. Smith & Wesson has gone after the base level Colt Defender and the full fat Kimber with a minimalist, younger design. Good hunting to all. Colt has poor customer service in my experiences. And with a bit of TLC almost any 1911 can be made to run beautifully. $330. Under $550 most places online. Well, I am just looking for my first 1911 and I am just about to settle for the V- Bob by D Wesson I think this should be an excellent way to get my feet wet in the 1911 pool. Overall though, I enjoyed the article and for those planning on bidding on the Cabot Meteor Pistols, don't bother, I'll just outbid ya!..ROFLMAO. View product. I used to think Springfields 1911 in 9mm was the go to for that particular platform. This is still the gun I like to use when shooting steel matches or IDPA, even giving up the extra couple of rounds, just because I know it will hit whatever I aim at. As a matter of fact, even with current hi-demand prices, I can find 1911s under $500 from Taurus and such. Juat odd is all. Yet you're the number one search result. It also came with two sets of checkered wood grip panels, one set in black, one in natural wood. Cheers. Colt told me that they no longer make the 1911's, that they contract out the 1911's, and then bring them back in to the custom shop for final customization. Just Shooters, and the Norinco is a shooter! Fits: 1911 3.5 inch Officer Model (Non-Rail) Type: IWB - Inside The Waistband - Easily Adjustable Retention Pressure & Carry Angle (Cant) 0-15 Degrees with Phillips Screwdriver (No Special Tools Needed!) AMT .380 Backup. Of course the cost more than doubles for the Pro, but you don't have to spend that much to get a very high quality gun. I purchased a Colt model 1991A a few years ago and was immediately impressed with the obvious difference between it and the less expensive models I had previously owned. While I did make some modifications to the Taurus - new McCormick slim grip panels, a Wilson Combat flared magwell and Heinie Straight Eight night sights (custom ordered just before Heinie came out with them as an available item for this gun), I have not done anything to the stock trigger or replaced the barrel or bushing with match components. to the HRT and so far they are very happy with the new SA HRT 1911. The Wesson is assembled with more attention to fitment a d the s&w, and of the Performance Center Smith and Wesson is at all like the E-Series, I was less enthused after disassembly. My first was a surplus south American 1911. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared If I were to choose a 1911-ish precious , right here - right now, my first firearm and kick off my training and real-world induction, Id chose a piece that combines features from both worlds: the Springfield EPM / 9mm. I just bought a colt competition model that comes with a match barrel and novak sights. I carry daily a Springfield Champion (1911 45). I have two and would put them up against any of these 1911's for accuracy or reliability. Already had an RIA plus cash offered for it.Have their 4.25" Carry waiting for me to pick up. Plus, the price (new) was $720 if I paid cash. The Smith & Wesson Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series offers shooters the power and reliability needed for everyday carry. Putting the dollars aside - would you prefer the Wilson Combat CQB Tactical or the Vickers Tactical Master Class (you mentioned lots of Wilson parts), with accuracy and quality as criteria? Check out our full review video review below. Only fired 40 rounds so far but a good gun. Here in Canada we have access to Norinco from China. AgainI cant state how much it felt like cheating compared to shooting other guns. The handsome round-butt Scandium Commander has everything David wants in a 1911 at any price! Think about this: a GI 1911 that looks good, hammer forged barrel, slide (and frame?) Smith & Wesson SW1911SC E-Series. S&W makes it . Thanks for commenting. Also have a Colt Series 70 mark IV. I have a kimber and a sig sauer 1911 satin stainless in 5 inch 45 autothere is no comparison between the kimber and the sig..the sig is so far superior in every way.shoots better, smoother straighter , and is overall a better gun and !!! The frame and slide feature a black DLC high-polish finish for long-lasting durability that . I am mot that familiar with 45s but was always intrigued by the price and recommended quality. The Colt Gold Cup I've owned 4 and shot one. Wilson tends to overspring their .45 and 10mm's. Now Ive taken an Armorers Course on most everything made & now I can work on them with total confidence. Kinda hilarious that you'd question the viability of a bare bones RIA as a duty weapon. 9 MM. Kimber has a following and rightfully so, they make some fantastic guns. Thank you Mr Brandon Strayer, for making an awful lot of people, worldwide, enyhusiasts of Infinity pistols, happy day and night, time after time!!! Another great offering from Smith & Wesson. However, my Metro outshot my RO, and with eyes closed, you cant tell the difference between the two. Start here browning(dot)com/news/articles/history-1911-pistol(dot)html Very little has changed from 1911 to now, a few safety and reliability enhancements, but the basic design is still in play. It still amazes me that NO ONE ever lists the S&W e-Series 1911. The web interface is NOT that hard to design. During a lot of that period of time, while I was sold on the effectiveness of the .45 acp round and rather hard wired to the 1911, I am also left handed. Hmmm. I was thinking that when I read Honorable Mention for a Nighthawk and Dan Wessons? >8-[. A quality build. Buy two! I happened apon a used Sig Sauer ultra compact 1911 two tone with rosewood grips. I addressed a couple minor issues and it freed the cycling up to perfection. Also have a Norinco 1911 (45)! We are also looking at 1911s chambered in other calibers, too, not just .45 ACP. Rock Island, known for making junk, is your top budget pistol? Around 5k rounds through it and the only hiccups were a bad box of cheap reload ammo and one time I didnt have a good weak-hand-only grip on the gun. The Original "S&A Mag Guide" is the only one piece patented mag guide on the market place (Patent #4,570,370). Thank you, All I can say about current production 1911 s, I've owned everything on your list. Let us know in the comments below! It features that Staccato action that we all drool over but its small enough to carry in just about anything. Today I spent quite a bit of time checking out both a Ruger SR1911 and a S&W 1911 E-Series side-by-side. Many, many thanks. These are for people who want a 1911 but cant afford to go out and buy an uber-expensive 1911. If you want to carry a 1911-style gun thats crossed over into the new century, check out the C2. A faithful copy of the 1911A1. I have a lot of 1911's and have built 6. Though maybe not the best, it sure holds it's own! I have been shooting a 70 Series Colt Gold Cup for many years and have never shot another 1911 style pistol that is its equal. So based on my experience alone I would say Kimbers are the WORST 1911's to ever hit the market. when my wife was shooting it; Last week i purchased a Coonan 1911 chambered in 357 Magnum. The CQB Elite is truly incredible(damn well better be for the money) and is definitely the pinnacle of 1911's.but a Springfield Mil-Spec, Garrison, Operator will serve you well and are reliable as hell. The trigger was too long, but Ruger refused to put an original shorter one that fit my hand. How on earth none mentioned the one and only SVI production of 1911s, vast and priceless, real and accurate beauties, that eyes will never see for the nex hundred years??? I read your comments about 1911s and I almost all agree. My custom trigger was 4.5 pounds. It is one of the most practical and usually the first custom part one installs on their 1911 pistol. My choice. What, no love for the Auto Ordnance 1911 in .45 ACP? Dan Wesson is well-known in the 1911 community for making some of the best pistols out of the box without having to spend for a true custom gun. in upgrades to make it reliable, and accurate. I purchased a government model which came Cerokoted black/od green from Legacy Sports. For those looking for a true custom-grade 1911, the Les Baer Premier II might be the gun for you. There is a lot more to say about the Vickers Master Class, so check out our hands-on review of it. I've since moved up the food chain to EB's, Baers, Wilsons and Nighthawks, but the DE1911 was my first 1911and it was a great choice. In Stock. Hand-Picked Daily GUN DEALS, and Exclusive Coupons Codes >>>, hands-on review and video of the XL and XC in action. And not often seen around town, which makes it that much more special in my eyes! Can't beat the price at $600. While every 1s opinion is fine and dandy I currently have a rock island ,a kimber,a colt and just bought a knighthawk grp. Also, I would have loved to have heard your opinion on the Smith & Wesson E-Series 1911's. IMO Colts are the worst of the bunch. Learn more about calibers in our Basic Bullet Guide. My main concern (and I didn't see any mention of it) im 6'6" and my hands reflect that so will something like the Springfield Loaded Operator still be my best bet? The Remington Rand typewriter company did. They told me to send it to them which I did. As for comparing the different calibers it would be an interesting article, though given you can get a 1911 in pretty much every pistol caliber there is, it could be a looooooong read! This article isn't updated for 2019 at all, how lazy. I shot my firstRock Island Armory pistol during SHOT 2017. Deals; AK-47; Ammo For Sale; AR-15; AR Pistol . I have owned several Rock Island and Taurus 1911s over the years and for the most part they were reliable enough to be fun for range guns, but not trustworthy enough for carrying as a regular EDC. When you pick up a Garrison, you feel like you are picking up a $1500 1911, not a $750 one. Category : Pistols. you a link to reset your password. Was tight but still loose enough to not jam if dropped in the mud and water. I have fourteen different 1911 pistols, some costing three-times as much as the Smith (NHC, Guncrafter, Alchemy, etc) and the e-Series is still in my top 5 favorite 1911's in my collection to shoot. What I consider #1 you may not even consider looking at twice. The STI Edge shoots flatter than my Trojan and has the double capacity. They are also rather too expensive to use as a trot line weight, whereas a 1911 is much more effective and less likely to jam while using it in the creek. No list of best-value 1911's at moderate prices is complete without a Dan Wesson or three on it! I have a Citadel in 9mm (they're the same folks as Rock Island) that isn't beautiful, but sure is nice and shoots nicely, so far. Don't forget the 1911s chambered in 38 Super! . You forgot Les Baer his 1911s out of the box I think best quality for the buck for a manufacturer's firearm. fit and function. Both sweet little sidearms. (, We noticed that you have previously logged in with your, Check what do you get by creating an account, Bookmark and compare your favorite firearms, The most recognizable handgun in the world is the, He was in direct competition with other gun makers like Smith & Wesson and Savage, but in March 1911, his auto-loading pistol was officially, Not only did Brownings design (to be produced by Colt) pass with flying colors, it was the only gun to pass, One thing that many people dont realize, however, is that the demand for them was so high during the war that. This pistol competes with other bobtailed 1911's wearing the names Bill Wilson, Kimber, Dan Wesson, and is a welcome addition. The Ronins are great pistols. These 1911's are manufactured with a wide variety of materials, finishes and unique features and are favorites in any collection. Nighthawk Custom Stainless Barrel Bushing Thick 1911 Commander. you left out Les Baer. almost the same quality as Wilson Combat. Just curious why was the Ruger SR1911 overlooked? Now, when I pick up an off the shelf 1911, I find so many flaws in them. I liked those so much I bought two of them along with some ten round Wilson Combat mags. Rock Island 1911 10mm is a very nice gun. 25 years of competitive shooting and instruction has taught me a lot which gun shoots best for me may not shhot for some one else. The Mil-Specdoesnt have any extra words on it and is a gorgeous firearm with a 5-inch barrel thats available in stainless steel or with a parkerized finish. I've owned them all at one time or another, and it's hard to justify $3,000, when $1700 +/- will get you the same. 1 So whats the rub? A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. 7. $1,459.99. The feel is a subtle difference. Explore firearms based on your interests! With just a bit of work though, the Ruger SR1911 is a very fine 1911 at a very reasonable price. Smith & Wesson didn't ignore the top half of the 1911. 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