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$19.95. I have not experienced any failures to fire or feed that were not related to my reloads being slightly out of spec as to the OAL. Ended up with the Valor, and have since acquired DW's in CCO-size (Valkyrie) and Officer's-size (ECO). It deserved to be on your list. Quick view. The Nighthawk however is $4k. No list of best-value 1911's at moderate prices is complete without a Dan Wesson or three on it! If youre looking for the best 1911 magazines, there are 3 companies that seem to dominate the "favorites list" of 1911 shooters. I own two Colts. Vintage WWII Colt 1911 Magazine Stamped R Risdon .45 ACP 7 Round Capacity. Then the only kimber on there is purple!! Oh well, Colt lovers are like bird crap, theyre everywhere. As far as running different ammo from cheap to defensive sometimes rapidly staggered randomly through the same magazine I've never had a malfunction. Just an iconic pistol and you can pick them up at reasonable prices. One of my students brought one to a class - He asked if I wanted to shoot it. CZ . 20# - .45 ACP extra power ammo. They told me to send it to them which I did. i have ever owned . I Love the extra capacity of my Para P-1445. It is beautiful and Uber-reliable, if you stick with Wilson Combat mags. It's really tough to beat quality/price it offers. Being a beautiful looking 45 that sells at a Grand new 750.00 was a very good price point. The ambi safeties of the day left something to be desired, so I carried in various non-recommended manners. I don't know where I'm trying to go with the rest of this "comment" so I will end here and go to bed. 1) Colt M1911 Canadian Contract: S/N C5400 to C16599 = Sept. to Nov., 1914 ( Only 5000 pistols in this serial number range were shipped to Canada.) "For the money" to me means you get quality commensurate to cost. This is a review of the S&W 1911 PD Gunsite Edition. The prior owner must have forgot what that means! Thanks for the comment. over 1000 rounds, still tight and with no issues . One thing that many people dont realize, however, is that the demand for them was so high during the war that Colt contracted out to other companies to help keep production numbers up. I have not taken it out for a break in session yet, but from the looks of it, it will fill the bill nicely. I think you got lucky. Item Number: 108284 X. It must have been babied because it looked like it had hardly been shot. Juat odd is all. That 1911 is amazing! I have a Springfield 1911 a-1 I bought at Tacoma guns when I was in the army and I have a tissas 1911 tanker I love them both but I gotta say the tissas is a SWEET SHOOTER . Both sweet little sidearms. Compare . After a day of work he let me shoot his competition 1911 and I was hooked. You don't need to no anything about the extent of my collection of 1911's, nor does my wife as when I finally get the big sleep her new younger husband does not get my gear. One was a trophy gold cup and the other a government level. Add to Cart. Quite nice. model is getting ready for the 460 upgrade.. What about the smith and Weston performance center 1911, is that a good 1911 or should I go with the colt? Have you never shot a Dan Wesson? Wilson tends to overspring their .45 and 10mm's. Ive tried all three of the mags listed above, and my Mono seems to work best with the Cobra Mags from Tripp. It is a fantastic modernization of the 1911 design. Desert Eagle 1911 c - my first foray into 1911's and I could not be happier. I know that some folks don't like the MIM parts that Taurus uses, but I have never had a malfunction or broken piece in this gun and I've run thousands of rounds through it. Fits: 1911 3.5 inch Officer Model (Non-Rail) Type: IWB - Inside The Waistband - Easily Adjustable Retention Pressure & Carry Angle (Cant) 0-15 Degrees with Phillips Screwdriver (No Special Tools Needed!) Tisas 1911 Tank Commander .45ACP 4.25" 8rd, Cerakote Finish - 1911A1 TC 45 . My understanding is that Kimber has a better reputation for 1911's, but I like the finish and look of the S&W more. The added capacity and the optic are niceit is a great cousin to my Springfield! Caliber : 45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) Barrel Length : 5.0". I own and/or have owned Kimbers, Colts, Springfield Armory, and Dan Wesson's, and the Dan Wesson's are easily the best in my collection. I own two. A Government in stainless steel and a Combat Commander, blued. A wide mag well, Nitron stainless steel slide, adjustable combat night sights, ambidextrous safety, and custom burled maple grips complete the package. They are available in 9mm and .45 ACP. Handgun Search; Tabletop Compare; Add/Remove Handguns ; Add/Remove Handguns . Taurus is a respected name in the industry and I've liked their revolvers for a long time. (4) $259.00 Add to Cart Agreed-Down to 5 1911s now, but for carry, my Smith SC series E gets the nod every day. In reality, the "best" 1911 in the world is the one you can afford, that shoots well and makes you happy. I know that they're on the more expensive side of 1911's, but IMO, Sig quality alone should've earned it a spot at the table. To say the least, it was a complete piece of s**t! Curved back strap and all. The Trijicon Smith and Wesson 1911 3 Dot Green Front and Rear Night Sight Set can increase your night-firing accuracy by as much as 5 times--all with the same speed as instinctive shooting. But I was wondering the same thing why the S&W doesnt get more love when compared to other 1911s. Another option I'd add to the list are the line of Sig Sauer 1911's. And it is in what Kimber calls the Night Patrol colors, which are gorgeous. It is a semi-custom for $1,400 to $1,600. Shoots lights out. The Springfield Armory 1911 Cabela's links take to to an XD model on Cabela's website. Well I would love to have a 1911 but unfortunately my wife won't let me because I've bought a 22lr/mag. Everything you need.for $800. I have the RIA at the top of the list. In this review it mentions that the STI Trojan 9mm is a great firearm to own - my wife had one previously and would agree, we relocated from Australia and sold our firearm collection prior to moving, we are now unable to locate an STI Trojan anywhere my wife is not happy :(. The Glock 17 in one form or another is dominate. You'll want to go down to the local gun store and handle them yourself for sure - with well above average sized hands you'll have to just test things and find what works best for you. No matter which way you go, 1911's are a ton of fun to shoot. Probably the BEST bang-for-your-buck 1911 out there (match grade barrel, forged frame and slide). I own Kimbers (old and new), Kimber Polymers (which I love), Colts 70 series (old and new), Springfields, even a RI Armory in 9mm/22 TCM. First of All Fight On!!! This thing is smoooooth. Caliber .45 ACP. Does anyone have one they would like to give me ?? While I have not shot other 1911s extensively, I really enjoy shooting the Ruger SR1911 in .45acp. Unlike some of the $2/$3k+ 1911s, the standard TRP comes out of the custom shop with only the slide hand fitted (of course, you can spend the money and have the entire gun fitted, but I'm not talking about those TRPs). Make sure to take a look at Seans complete accounting of his many years of owning the Kimber Warrior! If you ever get the change to fire one at your gun club you surely will sell what ever you have to sell I think you should take springfield off this list after what they pulled in IL. Smith & Wesson 1911 PRO 9MM 5" Barrel Adjustable Sites SS Finish . Grip safety, and magwell were loose, thumb safety poorly fitted, frame had numerous scratches. I can see your reasoning for not including the custom 1911 options because those are generally not your run of the mill 1911s. Never had a problem. LOL! Thanks Again. Add . The Series 70 Colt Commander LW, the perfect carry gun for balance and shootability. The VELTRO is the best of the best. Here is a brand new fresh production S&W SW1911 Co for sale by Philip J Rezac LLC on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 908457694 If I was you Id look at the 2011. As far as reliability goes, there is almost none better. While I can't bring myself to daily-carry my dad's 1911 (sentimental reasons), I did buy a Colt of my own - a Defender in .45ACP. They just work, and are built to outlast human lifespans. A lot of times, when you see something like WARRIOR or TACTICAL in a firearms name, you should get an uneasy feeling that the boys in marketing went a little too far. I paid $422 out the door! (#325596137119) 7***7 (370) - Feedback left by buyer 7***7 (370). Second the magazine comment. The Glock 17 is without question the most recognizable pistol in the world. Its kinda wierd that you put the springfield loaded operator on the list but left off the far superior trp operator, and in a BEST 1911 list did not even mention Springfields FBI HRT 1911 Professional, the gun that literally beat out the wilson combat you consider the "BEST" 1911. The guns here wont be slick hand-fitted showpieces but rather ones that will do the job and get better with a minimal amount of work. previously owned Commander sized 1911 features a bobtail cut frame, night sights, a bi-tone finish, 4.5 inch barrel with bushing, and an external extractor. Several of the Opetators are now well past the 100,000 round marks and continue to operate reliably with routine maintenance. $548.59. LOL. Check out the compensated gasses shooting up on top. A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Thank you for your time. It was my first pistol purchase! Buy Smith & Wesson SW1911SC E-Series "bobtail commander" EXCELLENT .45 ACP: GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Pistols Pistols Guns & Firearms All: 981244198 . Kinda hilarious that you'd question the viability of a bare bones RIA as a duty weapon. Kimber Aegis Custom for me. The venerable 10mm outperforms most other self-defense cartridges for semi-automatic weapons. Another feature I have always loved, is the external extractor. Talking about prices my wife bought me a 30-30 Winchester one year for Christmas = new for %69.00. So I want to review those guns that I have thoroughly wrung out. However my Springfield Armory 1 more deal from grabagun.com . Smith & Wesson Performance Center lightweight commander 1911 45 ACP pistol (model 170344). Im 58 with hands that match my stature. It was to match my 1985 department commemorative model. You can't touch the quality of a DW without spending $500-$1000 more. I hope it brings a smile to your face with memories of him, each time you send some lead down range. I use a stainless steel Colt Combat Commander (circa 2002) I bought used for everyday carry. By 2500 rounds, the failures went away. Front sights came loose within the first 70 rounds. I changed out the fiberoptic sights for Trijicon night sights. Just a pleasure to shoot. Add to Cart. Made by the guy that sold dan wesson. If I'da written the article I would have probably tried to squeeze the Desert Eagle 1911's in there somewhere. Hand-Picked Daily GUN DEALS, and Exclusive Coupons Codes >>>, hands-on review and video of the XL and XC in action. I LOVED the artical! It had trouble feeding modern HP ammo with the bullet getting stuck on the feed ramp. If you can get one for $900 or less, I would jump on it. But the Nighthawk Chris Costa 1911, is a far more superb firearm and craftsmanship than the TRP Operator. The biggest drag has always been the seven round capablity. I'm actually seriously considering saving up for a nice custom one right now. 644.99 . I've owned this 1911 since 2011 and LOVE the action, Hogue Grips, and the Galco "canted" holster. A 1968 made and it was high mileage, but flawless in reliability. $1,509.00. SW1911PD. How on earth none mentioned the one and only SVI production of 1911s, vast and priceless, real and accurate beauties, that eyes will never see for the nex hundred years??? SPANS I have no experience with Taurus 1911s, I do have experience with their Berretta clones, and second hand experience with their revolvers. Desert Eagle 1911, replaced a Rock Island 1911(never buy one) after it failed during a CCW qual. Precision CNC-controlled machining process results in a superior slide-to-frame fit and smooth slide travel. His was a Rock Island, but when I got mine, they didn't have them in stockbut they had a Springfield and a Dan Wesson. (A close second is an Ed Brown Kobra carry). JUST MHO though. In fact, the pistols from these other companies can command a very high price when sold. I LOVE my colt 1911 made in March of 1913 still have original magazine it was shipped to U.S. Army had brown finish ( not much left) but I shoot it every now and then love feel of it in my hand kicks like a mule but what ever you ain't getting up. Best 1911 Ive ever touched. Take great care of that RR 1911. The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON 1911 pistol's has risen 95 units over the past 12 months. Wilson Combat has several upgrades in this gun that most people have to install after they buy a gun, but here it comes standard. Nice slide fit. Buy a SMITH & WESSON INC The Ultimate Carry 1911 Commander! I would like to see an article on the 38 super vs other calibers. They have a full-sized grip for good control, and the four and one-quarter inch barrel seems ideal, having enough length for good balance and velocity, while being short enough for . River's QC is leaps and bounds better than Remington. I can't say enough good about my basic 1991A1. Nobody ever mentions the Sig's in any discussions about 1911's. I had never purchased a "used" pistol before. My household is very inclusive, diverse and tolerant as well. and some police and is a widely accepted pistol for self-defense, regardless of the maker or size of the cartridge. The RIA 1911s are sturdy and eat anything you put in them. You can read our full review of the GI model here. The Magnum Research DE1911 is a GREAT choice. My 1911 Fastback Carry was my EDC for a very long time, and I never once had a problem with it any any sort of manner. The Mil-Specdoesnt have any extra words on it and is a gorgeous firearm with a 5-inch barrel thats available in stainless steel or with a parkerized finish. I don't think either of these should be customer functions but rather custom shop finish work but that's neither here nor there) all in all One super slick weapon. Taurus handguns suck in every way, i would never trust my life with a gun made by them..absolute garbage! It is a Series 70 and its beautiful. And with a bit of TLC almost any 1911 can be made to run beautifully. A relatively new entry into Springfields lineup, the Garrison has quickly become one of the best-value 1911s on the market today. The Oregon made Kimber is a touch better than the later model as far as fit and finish is concerned. Thanks for commenting. Probably the best option under $1K IMO. And the ones that werent, were not the "Best" not even close. Carry Gun: Yes. The R1 I have to my pops. IMO Colts are the worst of the bunch. Nice gun. Cheers! It also came with two sets of checkered wood grip panels, one set in black, one in natural wood. Staccato also just recently released their latest compact 2011the CS. At this point, the guns are as close to flawless as you can get before spending a fortune on a handcrafted 1911. I have to go to Gunbroker or other sites to make comparisons. But todays Colt 1911, out of their custom shop will probably require $500 in upgrades to make them as reliable as their standard pre 1986 models. Idea. I will be picking up the mil-spec tomorrow and I feel so much better about my purchase after reading your article. Bought it as a used daily carry gun. Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 9mm NTS No Thumb . Just holding the TRP and wiggling it vs the Colt, you can instantly feel the difference in the tolerance. The worst gun for jamming was my Colt Light Weight Commander. Both appear to be darn nice guns. I didn't feel right including a gun in the running that isn't working right for me. G'nite. Not sure there is really a bad 1911. And Johnny, I'm glad "Gluck" DOESN'T make a 1911. It was jam-happy, too. The trigger, the hammer, and more are upgraded over what you would normally get we love that! Impressive ,to be sure! Even when caried concealed it is easily the most comfortable of all my other guns. My current EDC is a Sig Ultra Compact 1911 in .45 ACP with a pair of Rosewood Crimson Trace LaserGrips carried in a DeSantis Top Cop 2.0 OWB. Hard to resist the rampaging stallion or the crossed cannons though. This is still the gun I like to use when shooting steel matches or IDPA, even giving up the extra couple of rounds, just because I know it will hit whatever I aim at. The Remington Rand typewriter company did. I've only shot them a couple times at a range near me and each time they are far and away the best experience I've ever had. With an 8 round magazine capacity and a 4.25 length barrel, the Commander Classic is such a tried and true essential to our lineup, it has withstood the test of time, maintaining its California legal status. Commander-Style. And, I agree there are none better. But they are a touch overpriced. What else could you ask for? Plus it's lightweight and has the thinner grips for CC. What S&W has is a Patent for a process on how the Scandium is incorporated during the formation of the Aluminum alloy or "how the cake is baked". 1911s have served me well & I see no reason to mess with what works. Both the Commander-style hammer and rear face of the slide have serrationsthe slide to break up possible glare, and the hammer to . Also gave an engraved pair to my former boss and his new wife in presentation box. . Regular Price Special Price. Currently own 6 but was up to 7 at one point. Shot well, which I thought it would. It's true Smith & Wesson came late to the 1911 party (actually, a year shy of 100 years late, since the first . With a history starting in 1968, the Dan Wesson brand derives from the Quality Control side of Smith & Wesson firearms - Dan Wesson. Also at a price of under $400, it was hard to pass up! I'm surprised you didn't discuss Dan Wesson 1911s. I come from a country that (idiotically) prohibits citizens from owning firearms. it is a shame they quit making them. fit and function. Availability subject to applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and . I've since moved up the food chain to EB's, Baers, Wilsons and Nighthawks, but the DE1911 was my first 1911and it was a great choice. With stunning brushed flats and bead-blasted rounds . Why? These are the ones that people can save up for over time. I've had a Para, I've had a Kimber both in 5" and don't get me wrong both were sexy good performing 45's. Yes, Dan Wesson is probably the best production 1911 made in terms of fit, finish, parts quality, etc. They have guns all the way from entry level ones that could have squeeked into the bottom category all the way up to fancy boutique models. Smith & Wesson has gone after the base level Colt Defender and the full fat Kimber with a minimalist, younger design. I have a AMT 380 backup and a Hardballer. As designed by Browning, the 1911 was faultless. Some of us were carrying slim pistols before slim was cool. But than the p226 is even better, i mean the ldc2 of corse. The Valor compared favorably to any of them, at a considerably lower price. I am a firm believer that if you buy a gun then it should not need to be modified. Other than that, I think this list is pretty much spot on. Hello??? Classic, original 1911 fire control. Compared to this Springfield XD-S .45, the S&W Scandium 1911 Commander fits the single-stack carry gun size need perfectly. Dan started Dan Wesson firearms and the company ran primarily on its own until 2005. I am hoping that the Coonan 45 doesn't disappoint. Smith & Wesson 1911 with 4.25" barrel, also called SW1911 4.25", is a Smith & Wesson iteration of the famous 1911 design. The Sigs and Springfields are pretty good, IMO. . Supermoto said: The best MA approved 1911 would probably be the STI target master. Are there any we have to put on the list that we missed? i was thinking the same thing. Although I have my personal favorite like everyone else I feel they each serve their purpose well and they're all solid pistols across the board. Greetings. I either have or have had most of the big names ( colt, nighhawk, SIG, Springfield, SW, Kimber, D Wesson, etc) . The full sized #108293 and Co. Its the smoothest, most accurate and Loudest 1911 Ive ever fired. Dan Wesson is well-known in the 1911 community for making some of the best pistols out of the box without having to spend for a true custom gun. In the next level, I really expected to see the SR1911s from Ruger dominate that slotfrom quality, and innovationSR1911 Light Commander using titanium feed ramp welded into aluminum frame to allow any hollow point to be easily chamberedfully hardened slideshigh quality inside and outbut what do I know? No rattle and a very nice shooter. I especially like the "brushed" finish on the slide of the S&W. The S&W is about $200 more than the . It's a Colt..or it's a copy. I would not hesitate one bit to carry it as a duty gun if I were still a police officer. I've got to second what LTC C said earlier. For $200 more, you can get a Delta Elite with a Picatinny rail that allows you to mount a light or laser below the 5-inch barrel. Great gun for a great price. The smith and wesson e series is better than most of these for around the same price point or less. Double stack 1911 duty pistols. Im sorry but Remington Rand was a typewriter company. Every 1911 Ive ever pressed the trigger on has been a joy to shootincluding the Colts Ive hadjust poking at the Colt fans. I think it's the best out of the box gun you can get without customizing it, No. lol the best production gun is Dan Wesson Valor. Smith & Wesson has been producing high-quality 1911 handguns for many years, and the Performance Center model is one of the best models for sale today. With the 4 barrel, and full size frame. Kimber has a wider and deeper product line, so more people are going to find a Kimber with the stuff they want rather than a Sig 1911. Smith & Wesson SW1911 E Series Pistol -Precision. What about Sig Sauer? Not sure why but my accuracy actually increased with this ultra compact. Mine cover all price ranges and a couple are what I call project guns - I tinker and do some home-smithing just to try stuff out. Cmon man!! However, you should have mentioned why those companies (eq: Wilson Combat, Ed Brown, Les Baer, etc) are different and what you are paying for. And they got rid of the firing pin safety, switching to titanium pin and extra power firing pin spring. .CQB versions, 2 in 9mm and 1 in 45 ACP. I'll agree on a few but I'm blown away that you've included both the RIA, Rem R1 and Zenith but left out the Ruger lightweight Commander. Processing times are now between . Your mileage may vary, but I'm not impressed with its reliability, and for a grand and a half, I'd expect more. It can be installed with ease in minutes with no frame modifications. There were a lot of guns I would have loved to fit on this list. Wilson is sitting at or near the top of the heap depending on who you ask. While I did make some modifications to the Taurus - new McCormick slim grip panels, a Wilson Combat flared magwell and Heinie Straight Eight night sights (custom ordered just before Heinie came out with them as an available item for this gun), I have not done anything to the stock trigger or replaced the barrel or bushing with match components. I told them to send it back which i had to pay for both ways, and told them id spend the rest of my life trying to make sure they went bankrupt. Than the plunger tube broke off. After they refused to help me and told me i would have to pay for them to look at the f'd up 3600 dollar paper weight they sold me, i sold that one and the other 3 i had and have been telling people my story ever sense. Oh, yeah and it has to be the stainless flavor as I have grown accustomed to these types with a 629 Classic 44 S&W and my Beretta 92 FS made in Italy. I purchased a Colt model 1991A a few years ago and was immediately impressed with the obvious difference between it and the less expensive models I had previously owned. For those looking for an excellent mid-sized carry 1911, check out the 4.25-inch commander S&W 1911SC E-Series. These guys make THE finest 1911 period. Their target model is a sweet shooter Most all the mod's you could want, many models to choose, lifetime warranty, Made in America by a historical American marque. and shoots great! Can be picked up for around $1000-1500. You will need to reload for 38 super. Fusion Firearms was founded by the former president of Dan Wesson and has been producing frames, barrels, and parts for 1911 builders for a while. Some people will call a non-45 1911 blasphemy, but then.theyll always be more accurate in first and follow shots. I have Colts, Sigs, Kimbers and STI 1911s, but my go to gun has always been my Dan Wesson Guardian or CCO. smith-wesson.com : Commander Classic : 4.25 in: SAO : danwessonfirearms.com : Capacity 22 LR 45 ACP; M&P 22 Compact . If I may add, Dan Wesson Valor gives you Wilson Combat, Les Baer, and Ed Brown level fit and quality at a better price. Another that should have been included in the $700-$900 1911s on your list is Ruger's SR1911. That made my day. I have a few 1911s all 45 except one and it's a 38 super which is a really nice round. A couple years later my wife and I took a handgun training/safety course where I shot Dad's gun for the first time. With just a bit of work though, the Ruger SR1911 is a very fine 1911 at a very reasonable price. Did Vickers use that 1911 or a Glock in Waco? Nighthawk Custom Stainless Barrel Bushing Thick 1911 Commander. Compare the dimensions and specs of Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact and Dan Wesson Commander Classic. My pleasure, thanks for sharing your own experiences. I will never buy anything from them again, but it's your money. We already have an account registered for email address You get a whole lot of features for the money, and the fit and finish is superb. I addressed a couple minor issues and it freed the cycling up to perfection. But more than that and I'd start looking at someone else, like DW/STI/Springfield. Why, in your estimation did it not make the list? Sig Sauer is in the 1911 business but most people don't know it because the line up of their P 22_ line gets all the attention, I own a Sig 1911 and it is just a joy to shoot as are all of my 1911's. Shooting and discussing the Dan Wesson Guardian, their Commander size 1911. I have a CMD I paid $700 for, and I love it. The 1911 design . Also, why rate a pistol based on what you can get if you sell it? Now my new nighthawk I would put up against any custom 1911 out There no matter what name you mention ed brown owned 1 nice gun price to hi for what you get Sig Sauer not even close or any other fancy gun custom 1911 just can't beat nighthawk this are real guns that are used hard and work great I know people that have nighthawks with 15000 you read that right and have all the original parts. As of today 1730 rounds of different make thru it with zero failures.Shes more accurate than I am,looks and feels great.Machine work fit and finish is as good as any in it's category,better than some.With Abit of work she reliably shoots as fast as I can pull the trigger.With about 1/16" of total trigger travel now,I can pull that trigger pretty fast. I have had a couple failure to ejects with it though. On has been a joy to shootincluding the Colts Ive hadjust poking at the top of the 1911s. Slide ) 've never had a couple years later my wife wo n't let me shoot his 1911... 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