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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Anyone breaking parts on Taurus 1911's? How reliable are they?

Posted: 2/1/2007 3:12:47 PM EDT

I should be getting a decent tax return soon.....and I'm thinking about expanding my gun collection to include a 1911. I've been looking around at all of the 1911's in my price range (about $550) and the only two decent guns I've been able to find are the SA Mil-Spec 1911, and the Taurus 1911.

I have shot the SA's before, and have heard nothing but great things about them. I have also read a few good reviews on the Taurus's, but they have all been by gun magazines.....no real world experiances.

Here is my problem..... On one hand, I can get a tried&true SA "bare bones" 1911.....but on the other had, I can get a Tauras with many more "custom" parts and features for pretty much the same price.......but I don't want to sacrifice dependabilty for features.

For those of you have actually own one of the Taurus 1911's.......tell me what you think about them. Are you breaking parts, are they jamming? Any problems? Would you buy one again?

Any info would be great....I need to make a decision very soon.

Thanks :)

Posted: 2/1/2007 3:27:30 PM EDT

[#1]

There are a few owner reviews out there. The only reports of anything amis were some weak firing pin springs which Taurus promptly replaced. I don't know, but strongly suspect that the mim parts in the Springfield are in fact made by Taurus for them. Taurus industrial is a contract manufacturer of mim parts and there are not many of those.

Posted: 2/1/2007 3:33:37 PM EDT

[#2]

So what is sounds like is that for the money.....I'm better off getting a Taurus.

Posted: 2/1/2007 3:49:21 PM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
So what is sounds like is that for the money.....I'm better off getting a Taurus.

I am arriving at the same conclusion.

Posted: 2/1/2007 4:34:51 PM EDT

[#4]

I have 3 1911s - a Colt Commander, an SA Champion, and a Taurus. I love my Taurus. It has given me ZERO problems, though the finish is a little thin and is already wearing a little, I have started carrying it over the Colt. I'm not saying the others are bad, but for the $$, I think a Taurus is a good choice. Plus you can extend your NRA membership a year for free if you buy a Taurus, and they have a LIFETIME WARRANTY ON EVERYTHING. My Colt doesn't. Neither does my SA. And my Taurus has seen more rounds without a cleaning than either of my other 2 1911s, and it's still runnin like a champ. But do be sure to give yours a good break-in, mine needed a hundred rounds or so before it felt right.

Posted: 2/1/2007 4:46:35 PM EDT

[#5]

I would be curious if anyone has over 2000 rounds through one yet?

Posted: 2/1/2007 5:00:50 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
I would be curious if anyone has over 2000 rounds through one yet?

Give me a few weeks, I'm hoping it shows up tomorrow.

Posted: 2/1/2007 5:08:26 PM EDT

[#7]

I'm probably around 1200 with mine. No problems yet!

Posted: 2/1/2007 5:15:26 PM EDT

[#8]

That's good. I have heard that MIM parts break before the 2000 round mark if they are going to break at all. I haven't had any MIM problems with my Kimber so I don't know for sure....

Posted: 2/1/2007 6:06:55 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
That's good. I have heard that MIM parts break before the 2000 round mark if they are going to break at all. I haven't had any MIM problems with my Kimber so I don't know for sure....

I wouldn't worry too much about Taurus' mim parts breaking, their guru has a better resume than Kimber's last I saw. I think the only major manufacturer not using mim is Colt.

Posted: 2/1/2007 6:42:14 PM EDT

[#10]

I think the internet breaks more MIM parts than the real world does. Every poster shoots 10000 rounds a year, doesn't handload, thinks gun games are gay, etc. I'm going to get a Taurus when I get back to the States.

Posted: 2/1/2007 6:46:03 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:
I think the internet breaks more MIM parts than the real world does. Every poster shoots 10000 rounds a year, doesn't handload, thinks gun games are gay, etc. I'm going to get a Taurus when I get back to the States.

Actually, I think its the same mim part and the story gets retold countless times.

Posted: 2/2/2007 7:08:25 PM EDT

[#12]

I am also 99.98% happy with my PT1911B. I had a couple of ejection failures in the first couple boxes of ammo. A little more lube and some more shooting, and it now shoots perfectly. I recommend it, highly.

Posted: 2/2/2007 7:26:14 PM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:
.........if you buy a Taurus, and they have a LIFETIME WARRANTY ON EVERYTHING. My Colt doesn't.

The only things Colt's lifetime warranty doesn't cover are cosmetic corrections (worn finish, etc) and grip replacement both of which are covered for one year. The Taurus warranty has nearly the exact same restrictions in their lifetime warranty, so your above statement is misleading. Your Colt DOES have almost the same warranty coverage as your Taurus.

http://www.coltsmfg.com/cmci/lifetime_agreement.asp

From the Taurus web site: "This warranty does not cover grips, sights, accessories, cosmetic defects after one year, or damage caused by customer abuse at any time. Taurus will not be responsible for these items."

http://www.taurususa.com/main/repair-policy.cfm

Posted: 2/2/2007 10:39:35 PM EDT

[#14]

For the money you will be hard pressed to find any other 1911 with the features of a PT1911. I own a Kimber Pro Carry II and a PT1911. The PT1911 is not up to Kimber standards but it's not off by much. I am very happy with my PT1911. I can shoot 1.5" groups at 35' with the Taurus and the best I can do with the Pro Carry is 1.25" groups at the same distance with the same ammo. My PT1911 came out of the box with a 4 1/4 lb trigger pull, measured with a RCBS gauge, slight creep, crisp break. I had to spend $160 to get the Kimber tirgger to 4 lb pull, no creep, glass rod break. I looked at SA (gi and milspec), High Standard, Amscor, RIA, Charles Daily, and the PT1911 beats them all by a wide margin.

Posted: 2/2/2007 10:48:11 PM EDT

[#15]

Quoted:
For the money you will be hard pressed to find any other 1911 with the features of a PT1911. I own a Kimber Pro Carry II and a PT1911. The PT1911 is not up to Kimber standards but it's not off by much. I am very happy with my PT1911. I can shoot 1.5" groups at 35' with the Taurus and the best I can do with the Pro Carry is 1.25" groups at the same distance with the same ammo. My PT1911 came out of the box with a 4 1/4 lb trigger pull, measured with a RCBS gauge, slight creep, crisp break. I had to spend $160 to get the Kimber tirgger to 4 lb pull, no creep, glass rod break. I looked at SA (gi and milspec), High Standard, Amscor, RIA, Charles Daily, and the PT1911 beats them all by a wide margin.

How do you do that off a rest ?

Posted: 2/7/2007 9:54:05 AM EDT

[#16]

What's the best deal you guys have seen on these Tauras 1911's? I local dealer said he can get me one for $500....is that good?

Posted: 2/7/2007 9:55:36 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
What's the best deal you guys have seen on these Tauras 1911's? I local dealer said he can get me one for $500....is that good?

thats how much i got mine for....

when they 1st hit, and still sometimes, they could be had for $425 OTD....h/w, the avg price i have seen em for is close to $500, even on-line

i'd go ahead and get the one your dealer has for $500, considering that if you dont get it, someone else might....

Posted: 2/7/2007 10:28:33 AM EDT

[#18]

I picked mine up for $500 also. Seems like a great price for a nice 1911. I've only shot 150 rounds through mine but it has been very acurate and very reliable. No hangups of any sort so far. I am very pleased with this gun.

Posted: 2/7/2007 8:14:27 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:

Quoted:
For the money you will be hard pressed to find any other 1911 with the features of a PT1911. I own a Kimber Pro Carry II and a PT1911. The PT1911 is not up to Kimber standards but it's not off by much. I am very happy with my PT1911. I can shoot 1.5" groups at 35' with the Taurus and the best I can do with the Pro Carry is 1.25" groups at the same distance with the same ammo. My PT1911 came out of the box with a 4 1/4 lb trigger pull, measured with a RCBS gauge, slight creep, crisp break. I had to spend $160 to get the Kimber tirgger to 4 lb pull, no creep, glass rod break. I looked at SA (gi and milspec), High Standard, Amscor, RIA, Charles Daily, and the PT1911 beats them all by a wide margin.

How do you do that off a rest ?

No that's two handed modified weaver stance. Understand that this is the very best I can do, once in a blue moon type event. My usual groups run about 3-4 in at 35 ft. At 58, my eyes aren't that good anymore. My arms aren't as steady as they were 10 years ago. The joys of getting to be a Senior!!

Posted: 2/8/2007 8:02:00 AM EDT

[#20]

Don't listen to the REST of these LIARS!!!

The Taurus PT1911 SUCKS!!!

!!!DO NOT BUY ONE!!!

Bear with me here guys... How TF are we supposed to counteract the rising prices of them when the rest of you guys keep RECOMMENDING people buy them!?!?!? It's TOTALLY going against your interests to keep telling people about them!!!

...Nuff Said.

Posted: 2/8/2007 8:04:48 AM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:
Don't listen to the REST of these LIARS!!!

The Taurus PT1911 SUCKS!!!

!!!DO NOT BUY ONE!!!

Bear with me here guys... How TF are we supposed to counteract the rising prices of them when the rest of you guys keep RECOMMENDING people buy them!?!?!? It's TOTALLY going against your interests to keep telling people about them!!!

...Nuff Said.

Here's the thing, I already got one. Therefore, I won't need another until the compact hits the shelves.

Posted: 2/8/2007 9:34:07 AM EDT

[#22]

Again, more information from Shot Show; no Commander-style series, most likely no 9mm or 38 super.

My info, for what its worth, came from an officer from our PD who took vacation to attend. Thats what he was told at the Taurus booth. Of course, thats also where he heard tha the SS would be available by March.

I wish Taurus would have a link on the Industry page like the other manufacturers. If they were as responsive as Steve is for RRA, I think they could really clear up some of the negative press they currently suffer. Well, that and previous quality control issues.

Posted: 2/8/2007 3:04:06 PM EDT

[#23]

They are definitely going up in price. I stopped by one of the shops on the way home today, and this shop isn't the type to raise prices just because they know someone wants something. They have always been very reasonable and courteous to boot. When I bought mine there it was $449, then they went up to $479, then $499. The one in the case was marked $529 today. This is a shop that sells their Glocks for $489 every day.

Posted: 2/8/2007 3:23:01 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:

Here's the thing, I already got one. Therefore, I won't need another until the compact hits the shelves.

There's talks of a compact? When's that supposed to hit the market?

Posted: 2/23/2007 6:26:30 AM EDT

[#25]

Well.....I think I've decided on getting the Taurus. Does anyone know what standard 1911 parts will and will not interchange on them? What parts on that gun are specials just for that gun?

Any info would be great!

thanks

Posted: 2/23/2007 6:58:36 AM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
Well.....I think I've decided on getting the Taurus. Does anyone know what standard 1911 parts will and will not interchange on them? What parts on that gun are specials just for that gun?

Any info would be great!

thanks

Near as I can tell, the sight channel is proprietary. Everything else seems to swap on and off easily. The parts might still require the hand fitting any other 1911 would.

Posted: 2/23/2007 9:15:17 AM EDT

[#27]

Changing out the Beavertail Grip Safety could be a problem due to the rounded frame tangs. You'd have to install a BTGS that has the same diameter & fit as the factory one. You also won't be able to get the same blended fitting of a custom unless material is added though. If you're looking for a shooter gun this isn't an issue. If you're looking for something to further customize I suggest a different base gun.

Posted: 2/23/2007 4:59:09 PM EDT

[#28]

I talked to Heinie this morning. Actually, I talked to the gal who answered the phone at his shop. Anyway, she told me that they'll have a replacement set of tritium sights on the market in a couple weeks.

Posted: 2/24/2007 4:59:10 AM EDT

[#29]

I have just over 3000 rounds thru my Taurus 1911, I love this gun, for the money, I have yet to see a better unit. that being said, there is one thing I wish they had done differntly, the series 80 type firing pin safety, I do not like them and that is personal, I have had no failures, and to test it, I took it out of the box, thoroughly cleaned it, added a set of Hogue wraparounds and a Wilson mag chute, I shot 50 rounds to get the feel and sight it in and then shot the IDPA state match with it, I got 5th in the state in my division, with no failures from that day to this. In my opinion, the next best out there is the Armscor for the money but the Taurus is by far the best for the money.
Just my .02. From what I understand everything but sights will "fit" but I have found no reason to change a thing, just add the grips and the chute.
Jim

Posted: 2/24/2007 6:05:14 AM EDT

[#30]

Quoted:
I talked to Heinie this morning. Actually, I talked to the gal who answered the phone at his shop. Anyway, she told me that they'll have a replacement set of tritium sights on the market in a couple weeks.

Sara rocks.

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