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Posted: 1/8/2016 9:38:19 AM EDT
Saw this on some auction site. I might have to get one.
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Posted: 1/8/2016 10:37:52 AM EDT
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New gun or wrong grips?
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Posted: 1/8/2016 11:42:56 AM EDT
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New gun or wrong grips? It's a new gun. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/4008/redirect |
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Posted: 1/8/2016 9:44:36 PM EDT
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Just what I need more temptation
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Posted: 1/8/2016 11:27:46 PM EDT
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I love my full size Range Officer in the correct caliber. But what's the appeal for something like this? I don't get it.
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Posted: 1/9/2016 12:12:47 AM EDT
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I love my full size Range Officer in the correct caliber. But what's the appeal for something like this? I don't get it. Options. Not everyone wants a 1911 to only be in .45 
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Posted: 1/9/2016 11:01:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I love my full size Range Officer in the correct caliber. But what's the appeal for something like this? I don't get it. Without getting into a caliber war: Extremely soft shooting, cheaper practice ammo. Some people are fine with 9mm for defense and want consolidate calibers. 9mm rail guns are also extremely lacking in the 1911 market. This is honestly the first production 1911 that's caught my interest in a very long time. |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 11:09:05 AM EDT
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Looks like they are making them in .45acp as well. This is very cool as there are really no base model rail guns available for custom builds. |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 11:27:07 AM EDT
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New gun or wrong grips? It's a new gun. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/4008/redirect I have been looking at the same things. BUT... most of the descriptions I can find say "Tritium Night Sights" and a few listings say 4" barrel, most say 5". This is all using the same manuf. part # Ironing out the details has been hard. There is NOTHING about this on Springfield's site If someone can find some official specs, let us know |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 11:29:08 AM EDT
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I love my full size Range Officer in the correct caliber. But what's the appeal for something like this? I don't get it. this is what someone says when they don't own enough of something
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Posted: 1/9/2016 11:57:04 AM EDT
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This is interesting but why is it considered a "range officer" over a "loaded"?
I used to have a RO and still have a loaded. I remember the RO differences were basically the rear sights. The sights look more like what a loaded has to me. |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 12:25:42 PM EDT
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Is it worth $100 more to have a rail, fiber optic front sight, and fixed rear?
I wish this model had the adjustable rear sight like the regular RO - though charging my TRP with one isn't as "comfortable" |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 2:23:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This is interesting but why is it considered a "range officer" over a "loaded"? I used to have a RO and still have a loaded. I remember the RO differences were basically the rear sights. The sights look more like what a loaded has to me. Only things I can think of are it has a fiber-optic sight instead of tritium and it doesn't have an ambi thumb-safety. Oh and the grips say "Range Officer"  |
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Posted: 1/9/2016 8:09:38 PM EDT
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I'm going to be picking ong up for the collection as I don't have a 9mm 1911.
I would love to see a Champion version of this. |
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Posted: 1/10/2016 12:22:11 AM EDT
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There is NOTHING about this on Springfield's site If someone can find some official specs, let us know They're slowly announcing new products on the site, so maybe soon? |
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Posted: 1/10/2016 12:53:29 AM EDT
[#15]
Yes, finally. Im looking forward to this.
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Posted: 1/11/2016 10:08:42 AM EDT
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Ordered that one from Buds. Lowest they took was $838.
Was looking at STI's and Colt's 9mm 1911s for a while. For me, this was the best deal for the money. |
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Posted: 1/11/2016 11:42:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Only things I can think of are it has a fiber-optic sight instead of tritium and it doesn't have an ambi thumb-safety. Oh and the grips say "Range Officer" Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: This is interesting but why is it considered a "range officer" over a "loaded"? I used to have a RO and still have a loaded. I remember the RO differences were basically the rear sights. The sights look more like what a loaded has to me. Only things I can think of are it has a fiber-optic sight instead of tritium and it doesn't have an ambi thumb-safety. Oh and the grips say "Range Officer" SA seems to be cashing in on the Range Officer Moniker for some reason. The RO compacts are more in line with the loaded series than what the Range Officer was supposed to be (a cheap accurate target gun. The 9mm operator has really caught my eye. |
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Posted: 1/11/2016 11:43:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Is it worth $100 more to have a rail, fiber optic front sight, and fixed rear? I wish this model had the adjustable rear sight like the regular RO - though charging my TRP with one isn't as "comfortable" No, no, not only no, but Hell no. The adjustable sights on the TRP operator are beyond stupid. Is it worth $100 over the std RO, well yes if you wanted a railed fixed sight 9mm 1911 from SA. |
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Posted: 1/11/2016 7:34:37 PM EDT
[#19]
Yes! I want just went on short list!!!!!!
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Posted: 1/13/2016 7:21:27 AM EDT
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The Range Officer Operator was the "new gun of the day" today. I kinda blew it off at first but the more I see it the more I think I'd go for one of these over an MC or Loaded Operator.
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Posted: 1/13/2016 8:47:29 AM EDT
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Announced 6 hours and 48 minutes ago
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Posted: 1/13/2016 12:42:57 PM EDT
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Announced 6 hours and 48 minutes ago nvm If I won this after just ordering it
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Posted: 1/14/2016 1:03:45 AM EDT
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We just got the 45 acp Range officer Operator in, if the 9mm is just the caliber difference I will probably pick one up, sorry I didnt get more pictures we were slammed busy today
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Posted: 1/14/2016 1:07:40 AM EDT
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MSRP?
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Posted: 1/14/2016 1:15:04 AM EDT
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MSRP? $1029 |
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Posted: 1/14/2016 2:34:57 AM EDT
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So the RO Operator is the MC Operator without the night sights, green frame, grips, and odd front strap texture?
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Posted: 1/14/2016 9:19:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: We just got the 45 acp Range officer Operator in, if the 9mm is just the caliber difference I will probably pick one up, sorry I didnt get more pictures we were slammed busy today http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v329/Sp3x/IMG_1351_zpso4n9gugr.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v329/Sp3x/IMG_1352_zpshazr0j9f.jpg Looks good. How is the fit, tight? |
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Posted: 1/14/2016 11:06:06 AM EDT
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From what I could tell, the RO Operator is like a standard range officer but with the RO compact sights (red fiber up front and white dot rears) and recon frame (rail). If you remember the original MC operator did not have front strap checkering either so I am still more comparing it to a regular Range Officer but has the front cocking serrations like a Loaded. In the end its a hybrid from their lines, I still think its nice and like I said, I will see when the 9mm comes in whether I will get it or not. The fit is fine, as good as all the other Springfields I have felt.
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Posted: 1/14/2016 11:14:23 AM EDT
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I have been looking for a 9mm in Commander length with lightweight frame. This Kimber Pro Carry II popped up, used, for $850, private party. It has a checkered front strap, night sights, bull bushingless ramped barrel, and extended mag well. I like it a lot:
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Posted: 1/14/2016 4:51:05 PM EDT
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They still can't flush fit that extractor, can they?
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Posted: 1/14/2016 5:32:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They still can't flush fit that extractor, can they? Nope one of the very very few things that pisses me off about SA. |
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Posted: 1/14/2016 5:50:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nope one of the very very few things that pisses me off about SA. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: They still can't flush fit that extractor, can they? Nope one of the very very few things that pisses me off about SA. I mean, I know it doesn't affect reliability, but if RIA can do it, come on. |
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Posted: 1/14/2016 6:00:52 PM EDT
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They still can't flush fit that extractor, can they? That is my only complaint with Springer pistols. How much actual extra time could it take. 
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Posted: 1/14/2016 7:30:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I think I'd go for one of these over an MC or Loaded Operator. I've haven't bought an MC or an LBO because I don't want to pay for the Armory Kote or ambi which will almost instantly be gone. This will be a great base gun for a custom. |
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Posted: 1/14/2016 8:58:47 PM EDT
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Interesting.
I had no plans of another 1911. |
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Posted: 1/15/2016 9:55:52 AM EDT
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Bud's is at 5 business days since my payment cleared on my end (did the direct account transfer for the best price).
As soon as I get it in and get to shoot it, I'll update with plenty of pics and an AARangeR. |
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Posted: 1/15/2016 3:40:15 PM EDT
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Sweet Brown Gravy!!!
Just FYI, when I went to Bud's they listed the .45 AT the $837 price while the 9mm is listed at $867. Whose price did you match to get it down? |
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Posted: 1/15/2016 3:49:51 PM EDT
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I just got the .45 and 9mm versions for $796.99 shipped, each from Sportsmans Outdoor Superstore. I'm looking forward to getting them to the range and them customizing them.
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Posted: 1/15/2016 3:58:56 PM EDT
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What'd they have? ONE?!?!
Already out of stock. |
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Posted: 1/15/2016 4:04:25 PM EDT
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I just got the .45 and 9mm versions for $796.99 shipped, each from Sportsmans Outdoor Superstore. I'm looking forward to getting them to the range and them customizing them. jealous of that price, they showed OOS when I was ordering from Bud's eta (@3:04pm): just contacted Bud's asking for a refund for the difference of $41.01. Anyone want to bet how they will tell me to f*ck off or take my 10% restocking fee?
eta2: literally, just got this email: date: Fri, Jan 15, 2016 at 3:18 PM subject: Buds Order Update -- NOREPLY mailed-by: budsgunshop.com can't make this shit up lol |
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Posted: 1/15/2016 5:38:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: jealous of that price, they showed OOS when I was ordering from Bud's eta (@3:04pm): just contacted Bud's asking for a refund for the difference of $41.01. Anyone want to bet how they will tell me to f*ck off or take my 10% restocking fee? eta2: literally, just got this email: date: Fri, Jan 15, 2016 at 3:18 PM subject: Buds Order Update -- NOREPLY mailed-by: budsgunshop.com can't make this shit up lol Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I just got the .45 and 9mm versions for $796.99 shipped, each from Sportsmans Outdoor Superstore. I'm looking forward to getting them to the range and them customizing them. jealous of that price, they showed OOS when I was ordering from Bud's eta (@3:04pm): just contacted Bud's asking for a refund for the difference of $41.01. Anyone want to bet how they will tell me to f*ck off or take my 10% restocking fee? eta2: literally, just got this email: date: Fri, Jan 15, 2016 at 3:18 PM subject: Buds Order Update -- NOREPLY mailed-by: budsgunshop.com can't make this shit up lol Dont they have some guarantee thing that if the store price drops during a certain time frame, you get a refund of the difference? |
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Posted: 1/16/2016 4:37:42 AM EDT
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Bud's is at 5 business days since my payment cleared on my end (did the direct account transfer for the best price). As soon as I get it in and get to shoot it, I'll update with plenty of pics and an AARangeR. Don't feel discouraged, I used the make an offer option on a Rock Island 10mm. Payment cleared December 27th, still no pistol, shipping update or reply to my email. I wish I would have used my CC so I could just dispute it and get my money back 
Buds sucks |
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Posted: 1/16/2016 5:57:17 PM EDT
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I really really really wish they would come out with a RO compact operator.
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Posted: 1/16/2016 10:00:14 PM EDT
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If you Google "Range Operator" and my screen-name you will find an archived thread here in which I foretold of this on 09-18-14.
Okay, so they didn't use my name or standard sights but they hit the price-point pretty close. |
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Posted: 1/16/2016 10:45:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/20/2016 5:17:35 PM EDT
[#46]
Dang I want to get one of these.
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Posted: 1/20/2016 9:02:09 PM EDT
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1911's without front strap checkering are just, sad
I've been weighing options for a 9mm 1911 with threaded barrel for awhile, would prefer a Commander length slide, but Kimber TLE/RL is looking like the best option. Unless I find enough nickels under the cushions for a STI Tactical 2011. 
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Posted: 1/21/2016 10:06:19 AM EDT
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Picked it up yesterday. Will take some photos tonight.
It does comes with two sticks of fiber to replace on the front sight, one red and one green. |
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Posted: 1/21/2016 3:03:59 PM EDT
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Ordered one today at my local ffl. Can't wait.
They also had a Lipseys 9mm Operator with a grey frame, front strap checkering, no forward slide serrations, and a pretty nice rear sight and grips. It was $1500. I thought about it real hard but couldn't spend the extra right now. https://www.lipseys.com/itemdetail.aspx?itemno=SFPE9209LP |
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Posted: 1/21/2016 3:05:39 PM EDT
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Yes pls.
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