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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - What is the word on Randall 1911's?

Posted: 10/28/2006 12:24:00 PM EDT

I have seen a few over the years but have never spoken with an owner of one.
Does anybody have experience with these pistols?
What is the consensus on quality and reliability?
Any info would be appreciated.

ARH

Posted: 10/28/2006 2:42:21 PM EDT

[#1]

At this point they are more of a collecter item than a shooter most likely

http://www.sightm1911.com/lib/history/randall_history.htm

Posted: 10/28/2006 3:02:02 PM EDT

[#2]

Several of the guys on my Department Carried Randall 1911's for several years with good service. They were the first truely reliable Stainless 1911.

Posted: 10/28/2006 3:48:38 PM EDT

[#3]

Good in thier day, way out-classed by today's stuff. A collectable now.

Posted: 10/28/2006 4:40:44 PM EDT

[#4]

I might be able to get a pristine LNIB Raider for $600.00.
Is this a good deal?

ARH

Posted: 10/29/2006 4:31:50 PM EDT

[#5]

The Randall had problems with galling, between the slide and the frame, due to the stainless steel in both parts being too similar.

I believe that Randall was the first manufacturer to make a left-handed 1911, which would make those collector items.

Posted: 10/29/2006 9:02:04 PM EDT

[#6]

For $600 for a decent 1911 that is a neat piece of history, I'd say go for it.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - What is the word on Randall 1911's?

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