Home and Auto 1911 Firearm owners

**Bane** · 04:05 PM

So I'm in the market for a 1911.I know some of the history with the 1911 and have been looking at them for some time now,and just need some input.I definitely will be getting the .45 model as I see no need for a 9mm or any other caliber version of the gun as I have several 9's,40's and a few magnums.

I like the Kimber custom stainless 2 model best of all so far but haven't ruled out any specific brand.I'm a loyal Ruger owner but alas,they don't currently make a 1911.I also like the Springfield,Colt and Taurus models of the 1911,but I know very few people who own any of them.

Discuss.

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 09:29 AM

No one?

Radar Chief · 11-15-2010, 09:42 AM

Of those listed I like Colt.
Don’t be afraid of the 1991A1 either, that’s what mine actually is.
My dad bought a Springfield 1911 and eventually put a competition trigger group in it because the stock trigger pull was so notching it was next to impossible to get any accuracy out of it. The competition trigger solved that issue but I never had that problem with my Colt.
Thing about the 1911 is that it’s rough on ammo because it picks the bullet up from the magazine forcing it up at an angle before shoving it into the barrel. You can have it “raced” to smooth out the transition into the barrel, or do the work yourself just go slow and don’t remove too much material.
Welder Buddy has a Charles Daly that comes with the “race” treatment already done.
I’ve read very good things about the Kimber but have never handled one myself.
Doesn’t Sig Sauer make a 1911?

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Radar Chief

Of those listed I like Colt.
Don’t be afraid of the 1991A1 either, that’s what mine actually is.
My dad bought a Springfield 1911 and eventually put a competition trigger group in it because the stock trigger pull was so notching it was next to impossible to get any accuracy out of it. The competition trigger solved that issue but I never had that problem with my Colt.
Thing about the 1911 is that it’s rough on ammo because it picks the bullet up from the magazine forcing it up at an angle before shoving it into the barrel. You can have it “raced” to smooth out the transition into the barrel, or do the work yourself just go slow and don’t remove too much material.
Welder Buddy has a Charles Daly that comes with the “race” treatment already done.
I’ve read very good things about the Kimber but have never handled one myself.
Doesn’t Sig Sauer make a 1911?

Yeah I've only found good stuff on the Kimber and yes Sig makes them as well,but I don't know anyone that owns one.

HonestChieffan · 11-15-2010, 09:50 AM

Kimber is a great gun

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 09:53 AM

Honestly I'd prefer to buy American but I haven't ruled out a brand.I heard rumors about Ruger putting out a limited edition model next year but I'm not sure I want to buy a "test" model even if the Ruger will be way less $$ (which I do expect) than other models.I figure I'm only going to get 1 maybe 2 1911's my whole life so I definitely want to get the right one for me the first time.

Frazod · 11-15-2010, 10:00 AM

My only problem with the true 1911 styles is the limitation on magazine size.

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by frazod

My only problem with the true 1911 styles is the limitation on magazine size.

Yes,but with a single stacked .45 how many rounds do you truly expect? I mean I love the 17 round double stacked mags in my SR9 but style wise the 1911 is a way more eye pleasing firearm IMO.

Frazod · 11-15-2010, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Bane

Yes,but with a single stacked .45 how many rounds do you truly expect? I mean I love the 17 round double stacked mags in my SR9 but style wise,the 1911 is a way more eye pleasing firearm IMO.

I don't disagree with that at all. I'm just talking from a defensive functionality standpoint.

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by frazod

I don't disagree with that at all. I'm just talking from a defensive functionality standpoint.

I agree 100%.Would be nice to somehow get 10 rounds in.
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Honestly though,if I had one I'm not sure I'd grab it first in a home protection case.I've been on both sides of the 8 rounds of .45 vs 15/17 rounds of 9mm for home protection argument and I can say I think I would grab my 9mm first because of the amount of ammo it holds.

Frazod · 11-15-2010, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Bane

I agree 100%.Would be nice to somehow get 10 rounds in.
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Honestly though,if I had one I'm not sure I'd grab it first in a home protection case.I've been on both sides of the 8 rounds of .45 vs 15/17 rounds of 9mm for home protection argument and I can say I think I would grab my 9mm first because of the amount of ammo it holds.

I have a 30 round AR now, so it's sort of a moot point.

Jenson71 · 11-15-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Bane

Yes,but with a single stacked .45 how many rounds do you truly expect? I mean I love the 17 round double stacked mags in my SR9 but style wise the 1911 is a way more eye pleasing firearm IMO.

You gotta put your mindset into the shoes of the felon. Would that felon want to be killed by something that looks badass, or would it want to be killed by something that looks like a Badgirl Barbie accessory?

Go with the Badgirl Barbie gun. Humiliation is a key component to a successful kill.

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Jenson71

You gotta put your mindset into the shoes of the felon. Would that felon want to be killed by something that looks badass, or would it want to be killed by something that looks like a Badgirl Barbie accessory?

Go with the Badgirl Barbie gun. Humiliation is a key component to a successful kill.

i guess maybe my point was that the new CCW models are very slick and clean looking,but I want a full featured .45 with some jazz to it.You know,a traditional single action only long slide .45.Ahhhh.Sounds good to my ears.

Radar Chief · 11-15-2010, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by frazod

My only problem with the true 1911 styles is the limitation on magazine size.

That’s because you need the extra rounds to take down the same guy a .45 will drop with one shot.

**Bane** · 11-15-2010, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Radar Chief

That’s because you need the extra rounds to take down the same guy a .45 will drop with one shot.

Yeah I've heard the whole hit them with a claw hammer vs hitting them with a sledge hammer comparison between the 9mm and .45.I have a Ruger P90,and it's fine but I think it's time I got a 1911.Besides it's not for home protection for me,but I do plan on shooting it quite often.

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Bane C.H.I.E.F.S Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: **** your face Casino cash: $10005055	Honestly I'd prefer to buy American but I haven't ruled out a brand.I heard rumors about Ruger putting out a limited edition model next year but I'm not sure I want to buy a "test" model even if the Ruger will be way less $$ (which I do expect) than other models.I figure I'm only going to get 1 maybe 2 1911's my whole life so I definitely want to get the right one for me the first time.
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