Help selecting a new 1911.

[The Governor]

My son was home from USMC assignment and showed interest in a 1911.
I told him to simply pick one and consider it his.

Not so fast, he want a 9 MM 1911, NOT a .45 ACP.

Saw this one; https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/...s_id/415003379
and thought I could pass it off as a gift for the Mrs. (wink wink)

Looking hard at the new Colt Competition
stainless, too.

Anyone care to chime in with opinions, pics etc?

[LUCKYDAWG13]

I havea Ruger 9mm 1911 https://www.ruger.com/products/sr191...eets/6722.html and just love it

[Moonie]

I would certainly recommend the Ruger 1911, really depends on the budget though. I would not in good conscience recommend a colt for several reasons that I will not rehash here.

[osteodoc08]

All depends on budget. I feel the highest quality at the point of diminishing returns is anything from Dan Wesson. Les Baer a close second.

[nun2kute]

the only 9's I have are a CZ 75 which I haven't shot in a very long time. And a Kimber Stainless Target, I like them both. But since I got My 10, the only other pistol I shoot is a S&W 44. Next one will be a Sig Sauer 1911 - 10 mm. That's my 0.02.

[tazman]

I own a 1911 9mm from Springfield Armory. Specifically a Range Officer. It already is equipped with about everything you could want on a 1911. Mine is extremely accurate and utterly reliable. It shoots cast as accurately as jacketed.
I would recommend one without hesitation.

[lefty o]

depends entirely on the allotted budget. id lean towards a dan wesson, or a les baer is theres a few more bucks. imo colt is little more than a name, and no guarantee of quality.

[Plate plinker]

Entirely depends on the available funds.

[Sam Casey]

My Springfield is best 1911 I have ever owned and I have had a few.

[lefty o]

http://www.pt-partners.com/images/ty...crc=4231262084 if its a big budget......

[JBinMN]

Maybe, if ya can, take him to a place where he can actually shoot some 1911, of any kind (.45/9mm/etc.) before buying. That would be what "I" would do. Have a chance to "test drive(shoot)", before deciding...


And tell him, "Semper Fi!", please, from an older, "Devil Dog"... Thanks!


G'Luck! However things work out!

[Bigslug]

Depends a lot on intended application and availability of funds.

My Dad picked up a 9mm Springfield 5" stainless target model - he's pretty much programmed from birth to run a 1911, but arthritis issues are making the .45's uncomfortable. I REALLY would like to have one of their 9mm Operator models and hang a light on it. I've become a big fan of the 9mm 1911 concept; all of the ergonomic pros, none of the recoil cons, current conventional wisdom states the round works just about as well.

[waco]

I have also hear MANY good things about these as well. It won't break the bank either.
https://www.springfield-armory.com/p...fficer-45-acp/

[Tatume]

For the money, you can't beat a Les Baer. If you can afford it, Wilson CQB is also excellent.

Yesterday I tested a friend's 45 ACP Ruger SR1911 Target in my Ransom Rest. It shot my handloads into less than 1.5" groups at 25 yards. His handloads shot larger groups. Factory ammo (Sig) shot still larger groups. Feed it good ammo, with good quality bullets (Lasercast, for example), and the Ruger will shoot wonderfully, for a price that is affordable, and with a company service policy you will never have to worry about.

[CJR]

Like many have said; it depends on how much you want to spend. I'd recommend you look at the Rock Island Armory 1911s. They have a very good selection for everyone,are reasonably priced, have lifetime warranties,are accurate, eat everything, are reliable , and run right out of the box.

Best regards,

CJR

[Tatume]

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[Shepherd2]

Others have already mentioned the Springfield Armory Range Officer 9mm. I have one and I can highly recommend it. It well made, accurate 1911 and is a good value for the money.

[Petrol & Powder]

One of the features I like about the Ruger is the plunger tube is cast as part of the frame. I also generally like the Ruger's to start with.

I would not buy a Colt for a multitude of reasons.

[Hickory]

I would not buy a Colt for a multitude of reasons.

Yes, the Colt has out lived its greatness!
In the field of battle over who makes the best 1911 that is taking place now, and the winner is, ... undetermined at this time.
They are all pretty good at the moment.

[Tatume]

One of the features I like about the Ruger is the plunger tube is cast as part of the frame. I also generally like the Ruger's to start with.

This is a good point. I've replaced plunger tubes, and it's not hard to do with the correct swaging tool. But it is a known weakness.