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Re: Starter 1911 options
Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2017 7:48 pm
by 1911 10MM
carlson1 wrote:flechero wrote:You might look at Springfield as well... they are about the best value in the under $1K, 1911 game, IMO. No offense to the Ruger but I think the Springfield is just a little more gun for the money. (ILS not withstanding)
If not Dan Wesson or Colt the Springfield would be my next choice. I am not a real fan of Kimbers. I also like the series 70 safety better.
These Rugers have series 70 safeties.
Re: Starter 1911 options
Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2017 7:51 pm
by patterson
I have a Ruger SR 1911 full size and no issues so far
Re: Starter 1911 options
Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2017 8:10 am
by RPBrown
WTR wrote:My friend who is a bit of a 1911 guru ( he tunes them for both the local PD Swat Unit and Airforce Special OPs ) prefers Colt and Dan Wesson American made firearms. He also likes the RIA 1911s for a budget 1911. He considers Kimber to be over priced and overrated.
Re: Starter 1911 options
Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2017 8:41 am
by ckelly9460
Does anyone have experience with Iver Johnson falcons or hawks?