Posted: 1/23/2011 4:15:40 PM EDT
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I thought that 1911s were either 7+1 for standard frames and 6+1 for compact frames. Now I'm noticing that some brands like Colt and Kimber offer pistols in 8+1 and higher. Are these simply longer magazines that extend further beyond the bottoms of the frames or are these 1911s with longer grips (or what?)?
Thanks in advance 
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original feed tubes were designed 6/7 + 1. the design was tweaked as posted above for 7/8+1. now Wilson has built an 8rd. mag that is purportedly an 8rd design rather than a 7rd design tweaked to 8. Tripp and metalform built true 8 rounders before Wilson as well. |
| The 1911 I just ordered comes with one 8 round mag. It's made by American Classic (Phillipine). Does that mean it should accept any 8 round mag made for 1911s? Any recommendations on a decent mag? (Doesn't have to be the BEST for competition. Just want something that's good and very reliable). |
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I thought that 1911s were either 7+1 for standard frames and 6+1 for compact frames. Now I'm noticing that some brands like Colt and Kimber offer pistols in 8+1 and higher. Are these simply longer magazines that extend further beyond the bottoms of the frames or are these 1911s with longer grips (or what?)? Thanks in advance My Kimber Pro Carry HD is 8-1, and does not extend below the standard grip... 
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Id wait and see how well the gun runs before you drop to much coin on mags. Good 8 round are 27 on up true. also remember, most welded-floorplate mags (7or 8) are flush and have a nice aesthetic lining up neatly with the frame, but that is exactly what you do NOT want for a carry mag. Reloads may not seat under stress and the main mag may not seat with a tap rack bang procedure. |
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I have had great luck with Chip McCormick Shooting Star 8 rounders in my Kimber. Never had any problems and they are on sale at midway for $14.50 right now.
I use their 10 round power mags while target shooting and those are great. When I carry a spare mag it is what I bring along but it sticks out too far for me to reliably conceal. |
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the mag question comes up pretty frequently and the answers always come back to the same manufacturers Wilson CMC Tripp Checkmate Metalform Colt factory i like to always refer to this archived thread http://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=5&f=49&t=94016 |