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Who's stocking SA Mil-Spec GI 1911's
5/4/2011 8:40:58 PM
Everyone seems out of stock. I need to pick one up soon, any suggestions?
5/5/2011 12:44:31 PM
Buehler?...
5/5/2011 9:26:21 PM
Fin Feather and Fur in Ashland Ohio. i was just there on Tuesday.
http://www.finfeatherfuroutfitters.com/
http://www.finfeatherfuroutfitters.com/
5/6/2011 11:10:33 AM
Fantastic, just ordered it!
5/6/2011 1:35:49 PM
No Problem.
5/27/2011 1:49:07 PM
Im in the market for a new GI also, would you care to share your OTD price?
5/31/2011 2:10:45 PM
Just to make sure no one is confused, Springfield's current basic military 1911 version is their GI.45 which is their version of a US Govt issued 1911 A1. Springfield describes it HERE as:
This is the bread-and-butter version of John Browning’s design that made the 1911 famous. All GI models are built with a forged frame, slide and barrel and include low-profile military sights, standard magazine well and spur hammer, standard ejection port, arched mainspring housing with lanyard loop, vertical slide serrations, hardwood U.S. grips and titanium firing pin.
Their next model up is called the Mil-Spec which isn't mil-spec but a step up from the base model GI.45. Springfield describes it HERE as:
A step up from the G.I., the Mil-Spec™ includes many improvements utilized by the U.S. military during the 1911’s years of service. These features include: High-profile 3-Dot sights, high-hand grip, beveled magazine well, polished feed ramp and throated barrel, lower and flared ejection port and angled slide serrations.
Springfield doesn't make a 'GI Mil-Spec' model as has been mentioned in various posts and threads.
I purchased a parkerized Mil-Spec 'NM' version in March and am very happy with it. It's very like the 45 I carried in the Army. I got it for the going rate here in Denver at the time; $600. Besides being surprisingly accurate for a basic 1911, it's been very reliable right out of the box. My hat is off to Springfield for their fine pistol.
This is the bread-and-butter version of John Browning’s design that made the 1911 famous. All GI models are built with a forged frame, slide and barrel and include low-profile military sights, standard magazine well and spur hammer, standard ejection port, arched mainspring housing with lanyard loop, vertical slide serrations, hardwood U.S. grips and titanium firing pin.
Their next model up is called the Mil-Spec which isn't mil-spec but a step up from the base model GI.45. Springfield describes it HERE as:
A step up from the G.I., the Mil-Spec™ includes many improvements utilized by the U.S. military during the 1911’s years of service. These features include: High-profile 3-Dot sights, high-hand grip, beveled magazine well, polished feed ramp and throated barrel, lower and flared ejection port and angled slide serrations.
Springfield doesn't make a 'GI Mil-Spec' model as has been mentioned in various posts and threads.
I purchased a parkerized Mil-Spec 'NM' version in March and am very happy with it. It's very like the 45 I carried in the Army. I got it for the going rate here in Denver at the time; $600. Besides being surprisingly accurate for a basic 1911, it's been very reliable right out of the box. My hat is off to Springfield for their fine pistol.
5/31/2011 2:16:04 PM
Springfield doesn't make a 'GI Mil-Spec' model as has been mentioned in various posts and threads.
While you're obviously correct, some of the literature they include in the box with the GI's is confusing. I'll post a pic when I get home as proof.
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5/31/2011 2:28:17 PM
Yep, I know exactly what you mean. That's why I mentioned it because they don't make it clear. Also, their older versions of the Mil-Specs and the 'N' versions can be different in that I've seen NIB 'N' versions without a ss barrel and bushing. It makes the whole thing confusing. I'd recommend that you get a 'NM' version as that has all the bells as advertized and anecdotal evidence suggests their quality may be a bit better than the 'N' vesions.
6/1/2011 8:52:25 AM
My 3" Micro Compact is for sale or trade on The Equipment Exchange Board if anyones looking for the Small GI 45
6/1/2011 8:10:07 PM
Originally Posted By COSteve:
Yep, I know exactly what you mean. That's why I mentioned it because they don't make it clear. Also, their older versions of the Mil-Specs and the 'N' versions can be different in that I've seen NIB 'N' versions without a ss barrel and bushing. It makes the whole thing confusing. I'd recommend that you get a 'NM' version as that has all the bells as advertized and anecdotal evidence suggests their quality may be a bit better than the 'N' vesions.
Yep, I know exactly what you mean. That's why I mentioned it because they don't make it clear. Also, their older versions of the Mil-Specs and the 'N' versions can be different in that I've seen NIB 'N' versions without a ss barrel and bushing. It makes the whole thing confusing. I'd recommend that you get a 'NM' version as that has all the bells as advertized and anecdotal evidence suggests their quality may be a bit better than the 'N' vesions.
This is what makes matters worse. This is what Springfield puts on the outside of the 5" Parked GI:
For Lord only knows what reason, they put the words "Mil-Spec" in there. That's where a lot of confusion comes from.
On topic, it looks like the OP ordered exactly what he wanted. Congrats!
6/2/2011 4:13:48 PM
Very interesting on Springfield's labeling fiasco. No wonder everyone is confused, it starts with the Manufacturer!! 
6/3/2011 2:20:00 PM
Originally Posted By COSteve:
Very interesting on Springfield's labeling fiasco. No wonder everyone is confused, it starts with the Manufacturer!!
Very interesting on Springfield's labeling fiasco. No wonder everyone is confused, it starts with the Manufacturer!!
true, but then you have to look at the model code
GI starts with PW
Mil specs start with PB
Loaded are PX
8/28/2011 4:35:23 PM
Originally Posted By zaskar017:
true, but then you have to look at the model code
GI starts with PW
Mil specs start with PB
Loaded are PX
Originally Posted By COSteve:
Very interesting on Springfield's labeling fiasco. No wonder everyone is confused, it starts with the Manufacturer!!
Very interesting on Springfield's labeling fiasco. No wonder everyone is confused, it starts with the Manufacturer!!
true, but then you have to look at the model code
GI starts with PW
Mil specs start with PB
Loaded are PX
gotta check mine when I get home
8/29/2011 4:59:34 PM
True enough but you'd think that the manufacturer would pick a name and stick with it. 
