Posted: 12/29/2011 5:22:14 PM EDT
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Springfield Milspec
Springfield load sig (found one for $750) Or other suggestions Will be first 1911. What to look for what to steer away from |
| I prefer the traditional internal extractor, the Sigs have an external extractor. The springfields are good choices for a starter 1911. I would buy what you want rather than planning on upgrading because you will spend more upgrading the gun than buying one with the features you desire from the factory. I an wrestling with that right now because I want to do some mods to my Mil-spec but it will not appreciate in value and the warranty will be void so it is kinda a loose proposition. |
| Do you know what specs you want yet? Size? Rail? finish? ambi safety? etc etc. If you give a starting list then guys can suggest makes/models. Colt,Springfield,Kimber all make different models very close to each other spec wise. Sig also makes a very nice 1911 and a good value for the options you can get. Example is the Sig XO, the base model, can be found for about $750 or so. The TACOPS for $250 more comes with some very nice options. 1911s are not cheap guns when talking mid to high grade. |
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I have and carry a Mil Spec, love it. I have put hundreds more into it just adding things I liked. Didn't have to, it ran just fine the way it was but I wanted more.
Knowing what I know now, I would have gone with the Loaded. You get dovetailed sights, and all the features many like to have already together in one package instead of having to cut the frame to add things like I did... The Loaded is a great 1911 for the price, I would also look at the Range Officer if you like it. |
| Picking a 1911 is a personal decision. All the guns you listed are of a high enough quality that you would do well with any of them. If at all possible, try to find folks who own 1911s and ask to try a few mags in their gun to get a feel for minor differences, that way you can make an educated purchase according to your taste. Some grip safeties allow for higher grips than others, some slide serrations are more comfortable when working the slide for some, minor size differences on the thumb safety will be preferred by you. If you can't fire the different models spend a lot of time handling them at your local gun shop. There is no use having someone else tell you what gun they like if it does not fit your hand. |
I, like many others, could not stop at just 1. I also enjoy the subtle differences between the different manufacturers. As far as how they shoot, I have not had a single hiccup with any of these, all shooting the same ammo, ball and hollow point. I have heard "buy once, cry once" but it boils down to what makes you happy. I love every one of my 1911's each in their own special way!
Colt XSE, Kimber TLE, Kimber Custom, SA Loaded, SA GI Modified, SA GI |
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Quoted: Springfield Milspec Springfield load sig (found one for $750) Or other suggestions Will be first 1911. What to look for what to steer away from A Springfield Loaded is a fine pistol and a very good value. I have owned Springfield 1911s off and on for over 20 years and I have yet to buy one, either new or used, that was not an excellent firearm. I have only sold one and it was out of shear necessity. I have gifted 2 and still own 2. I can recommend them with enthusiasm. I can recommend COLT pistols with equal enthusiasm. I have owned 2 and still own one that I bought new this past summer. I wish that I had found another means of raising the money needed when I sold my first COLT pistol. It was a great pistol. |
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Really depends on what your needs are. You looking for something you intend to carry, or just a range piece? I have a Mil Spec that is the perfect range/truck gun. Sights are minimal, but I've adapted to them and it's a reliable/accurate shooter. Trigger pull sucked, but that was corrected with a C&S matched hammer set. I also have a Kimber Desert Warrior which is in a whole different class, but then again it was more than twice the cost of the Mil Spec. I'd suggest going taking a trip to a shop and fondling several. If you don't think the sights on the Mil Spec will work for you, or you need a beavertail etc., I'd move up to a Range Officer or Loaded. Good luck & let us know what you decide.
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I, like many others, could not stop at just 1. I also enjoy the subtle differences between the different manufacturers. As far as how they shoot, I have not had a single hiccup with any of these, all shooting the same ammo, ball and hollow point. I have heard "buy once, cry once" but it boils down to what makes you happy. I love every one of my 1911's each in their own special way! http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq126/e2cmech/DSCN0935-1.jpg Colt XSE, Kimber TLE, Kimber Custom, SA Loaded, SA GI Modified, SA GI Beautiful Colt and Springfields you have there. |
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I prefer the traditional internal extractor, the Sigs have an external extractor. The springfields are good choices for a starter 1911. I would buy what you want rather than planning on upgrading because you will spend more upgrading the gun than buying one with the features you desire from the factory. I an wrestling with that right now because I want to do some mods to my Mil-spec but it will not appreciate in value and the warranty will be void so it is kinda a loose proposition. Sell the Mil-Spec in a private sale and get a Loaded or a TRP. That's exactly what I did. |
