[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Compensator worth it?

Posted: 11/9/2009 8:50:43 AM EDT

I have a Springfield 1911 "GI", I was looking at compensator's on the internet. Has anyone that used one noticed a difference? Are they worth it?

Posted: 11/9/2009 11:12:04 AM EDT

[#1]

Only if you are running some real high vilocity rounds.

So short answer is save you money.

Posted: 11/9/2009 12:43:14 PM EDT

[#2]

unless your pistol is a featherweight, then you should not have a need for a compensator.. I have a SA Loaded and the feel of the recoil on my 45 is not bad at all... Now if you just want to stick every bell and whistle on your pistol , then that is understandable.... I could use a weapons of mass destruction rail right on my pistola for added effect

Posted: 11/9/2009 12:47:09 PM EDT

[#3]

Not if you're just shooting .45. If you have a .38 Super race gun, that may be a different story.

Posted: 11/9/2009 2:34:31 PM EDT

[#4]

If you're running something other than standard .45- 45 super, 460 Rowland, 38 super, etc.... Yes. Other than that, no.

Posted: 11/9/2009 3:15:36 PM EDT

[#5]

45 comps can be effective, but more gas the better the comp works.

I'd say save your cash.

Posted: 11/9/2009 6:38:12 PM EDT

[#6]

I have one on a springfield that is kind of old school. It works with the old surefire light well. I like it.

RLTW

Posted: 11/9/2009 7:00:52 PM EDT

[#7]

I've fired a mag or two through one of my guns with a cheap "bushing comp" installed. There was no appreciable difference in recoil or muzzle flip. I have not used a real competition compensator, so I can't speak to their efficacy.