Need help finding a good 1911.

[Stupid]

well my current ccw is a glock 30. I 100% trust my life to it but I would rather carry my 1911. I've got a springfield armory GI edition in green.

I want to start fresh with a new 1911. I might sell both my glock and 1911 but idk yet. I'm sure I can get at least 900 for both.

Or I could sell my AR.

what kind of AR and how much do you want for it?

[ghostrider]

These days you'd be hard pressed to find a good 1911 for $500, though I'd like to think you can get something for less than $1000 that meets your criteria. I've heard good things about the Taurus 1911's but have no experience with them. Whatever you get, be sure to spend money on good magazines - they are critical to reliability in any auto, but especially for 1911s. I highly recommend Tripp Cobra mags or PSI-ACT mags (made in Italy; also sold as Novak's). If I was shopping for a 1911 for carry, I'd probably lean towards a high-cap ParaOrdnance, though you won't get one of those for $500.

[TexasComputerDude]

well my current ccw is a glock 30. I 100% trust my life to it but I would rather carry my 1911. I've got a springfield armory GI edition in green.

I want to start fresh with a new 1911. I might sell both my glock and 1911 but idk yet. I'm sure I can get at least 900 for both.

Or I could sell my AR.

what kind of AR and how much do you want for it?

haha it never hurts to make an offer, its a smith and wesson M&P15 bought in december with less than 120 rounds through it.

but I doubt I'd sell, I love it.

[Stupid]

In all seriousness and before i go to bed, personally i wouldn't spend money on another 1911 unless it's Springfield TRP. 1911 looks good but few are made with great quality. Like i said, if you want a steel gun, get a Sig 239, Bersa thunder ultra compact, CZ Rami, or a Beretta. Ask around in 1911forum and see what other says.

Not sure how much you shoot, a 45 is expensive to shoot nowadays. I had to get into reloading to keep up the rise of ammo price. Anyways, always something to consider.

[BambooShoots]

The very minimum I would spend for a 1911 to trust my life in would be $1000 for a Springfield Armory MC Operator. The Kimber Warrior would be okay as well once I've tested it for reliability. I hear too many horror stories about the Warrior/Desert Warrior.

[Kawabuggy]

I started a post almost exactly like yours last week! I swear to you that I read your post and I thought it was mine. We said almost the exact same things on requirements. And guess what else....? Are you on the edge of your seat yet? I BOUGHT that Para Ordnance at Academy that you were eye-balling! I got it Wednesday of this week. It is my FIRST 1911. I bought it for the same reasons that you mention as I too own several "plastic" guns already.

I think this is the gun you are referring to (and that I now OWN!):
http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=62" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I'll tell you this, most of the responses that I got were to go Springfield Armory! EVERYONE I talk to says that S/A makes the BEST 1911.. I personally bought the Para because it appealed to me aesthetically. It has the lightened hammer, the skeletonized trigger, the Tru-Glow front sight, and the fit and finish are phenomenal. It feels wonderful in my hand too. I shot it today for the first time and I am very pleased with the accuracy.

Whatever you choose, it will be a good decision because it will be your first. Let us know which way you go.

[iamomeed]

what is buds?

also I can do 830. Is the colt defender a good reliable gun.

1. Bud'sguns.com - Good folk with good prices.
2. Semi-autos can and do jam

whats Bud's avg price for shipping ive been wanting to order form them for some time

[Oldgringo]

what is buds?

also I can do 830. Is the colt defender a good reliable gun.

1. Bud'sguns.com - Good folk with good prices.
2. Semi-autos can and do jam

whats Bud's avg price for shipping ive been wanting to order form them for some time

Shipping was included in the price of the two XD's I purchased from Bud's. They have a website, telephones and an e-mail address.

Good luck with your decision.

[TexasComputerDude]

I started a post almost exactly like yours last week! I swear to you that I read your post and I thought it was mine. We said almost the exact same things on requirements. And guess what else....? Are you on the edge of your seat yet? I BOUGHT that Para Ordnance at Academy that you were eye-balling! I got it Wednesday of this week. It is my FIRST 1911. I bought it for the same reasons that you mention as I too own several "plastic" guns already.

I think this is the gun you are referring to (and that I now OWN!):
http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=62" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I'll tell you this, most of the responses that I got were to go Springfield Armory! EVERYONE I talk to says that S/A makes the BEST 1911.. I personally bought the Para because it appealed to me aesthetically. It has the lightened hammer, the skeletonized trigger, the Tru-Glow front sight, and the fit and finish are phenomenal. It feels wonderful in my hand too. I shot it today for the first time and I am very pleased with the accuracy.

Whatever you choose, it will be a good decision because it will be your first. Let us know which way you go.

haha I must have missed it lol, post a review