I guess I could always file down that trigger guard and remove one of the safeties. It started life as a Smith & Wesson Model SW1911SC, which was one of S&W's top of the line models that featured a scandium frame. The biggest drag has always been the seven round capablity. I come from a country that (idiotically) prohibits citizens from owning firearms. Since 1852 we've been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. Plus it's lightweight and has the thinner grips for CC. I was thinking that when I read Honorable Mention for a Nighthawk and Dan Wessons? #21/51. X-TAC Supergrade Commander; X-TAC Supergrade Compact; Limited Ten; . $33.25. Had only one jam which was due to a worn magazine and not the gun itself. The best shooting 1911 I have had is a Les Baer Premier ll, amazing smooth tight action and it shoots better than I do! Other than that, I think this list is pretty much spot on. Just my 2-cents, spend it how you will. Aftermarket mag's are the way to a Kimber's heart. Shoots lights out. ($998) Taurus is a respected name in the industry and I've liked their revolvers for a long time. I am a house divided, with 1911's, Glocks, Sigs and Springfield sharing space. I shot my firstRock Island Armory pistol during SHOT 2017. Thanks for the comment. $330. to the HRT and so far they are very happy with the new SA HRT 1911. Traditional design with replaceable grip panels and checkered backstrap. Any 1911A1 made by a solid brand would fit perfectly! In the $3000 range, I like my Wilson Combat EDC 9XS for a sub-compact carry. If its a great pistol, the premise should be that resale value is irrelevant because youll never sell it. I have owned examples of most of the productions 1911. no mention of a Springfield TRP? 4. Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. I was working for at the time forced the officers working there to carry pistols issued by the dept.). I have a Sig Sauer STX and it belongs on your list but you left out the Les Baer 1911. The M1 Garand uses a clip. 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? Slide lock, picatinny rail, ambidextrous safety, Taurus security system, front and rear racking grips. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared I have a few 1911s all 45 except one and it's a 38 super which is a really nice round. The venerable 10mm outperforms most other self-defense cartridges for semi-automatic weapons. From then until now I have carried and made a living with firearms of one sort or another. It's a Colt..or it's a copy. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you've learned to trust. Front sights came loose within the first 70 rounds. A never sell. They are quick to acquire and easy to get on target. I read your comments about 1911s and I almost all agree. I own plenty of Baer, Dan, Sig, and Springfield. Magazine release would stick in the depress position from time to time. This commander length 1911 is packed with features that make it great for concealed carry without sacrificing shootability. Of course, shooting the 9mm ammo was much less expensive and more readily available than my .45 caliber 1911s. And Johnny, I'm glad "Gluck" DOESN'T make a 1911. Also gave an engraved pair to my former boss and his new wife in presentation box. Staccatos are already expensive, and the XL comes in over $1000 more than the Standard C2 or P. Enter the Staccato XC, which comes compensated and optic-ready out of the box. I was shocked to see that your list of the "Best 1911's for the Money" didn't include any Dan Wessons! Add to Cart The item has been added. Have you ever looked at Fusion Firearms? Please keep in mind that if the .45 ACP or .40 S&W recoil bothers you, youll need to stay away from 10mm, because its even snappier. Where this gun differs from your plain old 1911 is in the combat-oriented features. The Sigs and Springfields are pretty good, IMO. The glass rods are not meant for a self defense weapon that goes in and out of a holster frequently. and Performance Center line of SW1911 pistols. Wilson is sitting at or near the top of the heap depending on who you ask. Great gun for a great price. Here are the 1911's I currently own: In the $1000 price range, Colt Defender all day. I have a Glock 19 that I cant hit anything with. If you are thinking about buying one, forget it, unless you have very deep pockets, IE five figures. The fit is excellent, and the finish is well done without any extra slag or burrs on the slide or frame that would cause hangups. purchase helps support my work in bringing you more awesome gun and gear articles. How do you feel about the Para Elite model? George from Greece. What else could you ask for? Sad really. Would suggest a Norinco. Someday I will manage to save up enough cash to own a Wilson, or Nighthawk or Carolina Arms, Custom 1911's do not come cheap. Dan Wesson PM-9 and Valor here. It was my first hand gun. I run a STI Trojan with a short trigger and slim grips. The S&W 1911 performance center is a little more but an even better deal for the features you get. It had trouble feeding modern HP ammo with the bullet getting stuck on the feed ramp. I think you should evaluate a Ruger sr1911. I have no experience with Taurus 1911s, I do have experience with their Berretta clones, and second hand experience with their revolvers. The RR was born in late 43, early 44 and as far as I can tell was not a rebuild, how I would love to hear it's story. Good fit and decent finish. The trigger, the hammer, and more are upgraded over what you would normally get we love that! 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'm with youthe SR-1911 in full government or Commander are great. I also have an STI Rangemaster in 9mm and I'm hard pressed to gauge an accuracy difference between the STI and the Colt 9mm Trophy. Let us know in the comments below! It features that Staccato action that we all drool over but its small enough to carry in just about anything. 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. Simple and durable. 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. Ive run about 400 rounds through it now without a single failure. The trigger was glitchy. Neither has ever failed to feed, fire and eject. Needless to say they were thrilled. By 2500 rounds, the failures went away. They are designed by Armscor and manufactured in the Philippines. An article on this showing what changed from previous models and what differences exist between the 1911 and other modern handguns would be really helpful! I love mine! If you glance in the gun cabinet of many gun enthusiasts, youll likely see at least one 1911 pistol. 45 ACP are hard to beat for around $800 +/-. I had never purchased a "used" pistol before. Caliber .45 ACP. Not having him on the top $3k list really does a disservice to your readers. I too could not pass up the Tisa. Ghost Evo Elite 3.5 Connector Glock. Love the 1911 and the 45 ACP BUT for carry I want total reliability and accuracy with high capacity, so I carry a Glock in 357 Sig. The people there are snotty and arrogant and honestly their pistols arent as nice as Les or Wilson. 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. IMHO one of the best values in a 1911, is a Colt Mk IV Series 70 Gold Cup from the early 70's. The 1911 Sc is the size most often referred to as "Commander" sized, referring to Colt's legendary Commander model. Believe it or not the trigger on the RIA is very nearly as good as the Nighthawk. Then the only kimber on there is purple!! Double stack 1911 duty pistols. 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". For $60 S&W refinished the Rose wood handles, installed all new springs and pins! I can honestly say I once owned a Kimber Rap. Or stick with regular .45 ACP in our huge Best 1911s article. Bought before Bill (I did not have Sex) Clinton, shut everything Down! The others were bought and sold new ashame I know. Totally agree. Then I took it to a smith and told him to make it drill holes in a baseball at 20 yards. Just an iconic pistol and you can pick them up at reasonable prices. If you want to step into the world of double stacks, the C2 DPO is essentially a pocket sniper rifle. I did cut them out, however, because of some issues I'm having with one, right now. Maybe they will break in. My first was a surplus south American 1911. I have to question your assertion that todays Colt 1911 models will have the best resale value, and therefore disagree with your premise that the Colt is the best choice overall. 1911s in my opinion are the best guns of all time. I would like to see an article on the 38 super vs other calibers. A recent purchase with 2 quality control issues so far. The Ronins are great pistols. Excellent accuracy and extremely reliable even while running them hard and dirty from my experience. These 1911's are manufactured with a wide variety of materials, finishes and unique features and are favorites in any collection. View Deal . Both shoot well. Premium quality firearm, to be certain! 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. Sure, it needs some loving if youre a little spoiled by other makers, but it went bang every time, and when I did my part, it hit all the plates. You'll now receive newsletters of our best articles on techniques, 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. They are also rather too expensive to use as a trot line weight, whereas a 1911 is much more effective and less likely to jam while using it in the creek. Im not surprised that the Wilsons, Nighthawks, Kimbers, and Sweet Mother of Pearl, dont forget the Colts made the listhow can we have a discussion of any firearm produced since the Chinese invented gun powder without someone standing in the back of the room and screaming, Dont forget Samuel Colt!. I've had it for many years and it has been through the fire while never failing me. My 1911 is a Dan Wesson. The E-Series 1911s depart from your standard steel or aluminum frame in favor of a lighter scandium alloy frame. And since this isn't a carry weapon, the RI TAC ULTRA FS HC is perfect! I personally would like comments of the accuracy (or guarantee) particularly of the higher end models. Sometimes i wonder if these lists of yours, are the best out of the ones, you have personally shot, or the actual best on the market, there is a huge difference. I either have or have had most of the big names ( colt, nighhawk, SIG, Springfield, SW, Kimber, D Wesson, etc) . I would not hesitate one bit to carry it as a duty gun if I were still a police officer. Has an Ithaca slide on a Remington frame I was told. 939.00 . Decent article, but could've and should've been better. They have plenty of other models with great price points if youre looking for something more tactical. Nice slide fit. All living perfectly happy together and in rather small confines. Available Online. My goodness do I miss that pistol. 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. Trigger is a touch nicer than my Springfield but only a touch! Good hunting to all. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you've learned to trust. 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. And try out a lot I did. Springfield Loaded with a trigger job. A 1968 made and it was high mileage, but flawless in reliability. Pistols will no longer ship with braces. Good move Smith & Wesson! If want cheap but works Armscore I kept the Ruger. He has been making great guns for a long time. . I have Colts, Sigs, Kimbers and STI 1911s, but my go to gun has always been my Dan Wesson Guardian or CCO. People will ALWAYS feel that their pistol is the best bang for their buck. The STI Edge shoots flatter than my Trojan and has the double capacity. We did a full write-up and video review, so check it out! Quite nice. Do not forget the Colt Commander. Sorry to hear about your brother. As for comparing the different calibers it would be an interesting article, though given you can get a 1911 in pretty much every pistol caliber there is, it could be a looooooong read! The full sized #108293 and Co. We now have a hands-on review and video of the XL and XC in action with even better slow-mo footage of how little the gun recoils. You gotta pay to play. I don't expect to have these things to fix on a new in the box firearm.But that's just me. And, I agree there are none better. Oh my that was a good lesson to learn! I just got a Kimber Custom LW in 9mm .. People still opt to do, If you live in an area where four-legged creatures are a threat, enjoy hunting with a handgun, or just like the 10mm cartridge for self-defense, The venerable 10mm outperforms most other self-defense cartridges for semi-automatic weapons. Accuracy. When you pick up a Garrison, you feel like you are picking up a $1500 1911, not a $750 one. The Vickers Master Class is most certainly a gun designed with a mission. guns & I just picked up a Coonan chambered in 45.I am dying to get that out and shoot it. With the 4 barrel, and full size frame. And a slow-mo of it being super flat shooting. My first 1911 was a used Colt. What about the Auto Ordnance BKO as a very true 1911 WWII replica.? I was a police officer for nearly 20 years and carried a bone stock Colt Mark 4 Series 70 for the biggest part of that time (I only carried something else when the dept. Silly question, of course I would shoot his gun! Action job did wonders. This is a review of the S&W 1911 PD Gunsite Edition. Time owned prior to review: 3 years. I have several 1911s, my Gold Cup Trophy was the worst of the lot fit and finish wise. Thank you for sharing. And reasonably cost $470 not sure why you left it out of your review, but must have slide lock when clip is empty, picatinny rail for accessories, again very reasonable price. The ECO is an absolute gem! 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. Maybe as a CCW, but only barely." which can be found new in SS for $1300-$1400. Many people seeking to upgrade their guns, or just have quality magazines, turn to Wilson. Rail to frame fit still rock solid tight Have tried lots of 1911's and wouldn't trade this for any of them. (Viet Nam 68-70). It's a very, very accurate gun and maybe I'll check it out again in the future. 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). A rental range near me has a Coonan in .357. 655 rounds later not a hiccup rested well, 15 yds, covering with a nickel 25 yds no rest, covering with a half dollar, I'm a huge 1911 fan, will disagree with some comments about RIA not being reliable enough to carry, while not the most refined pistol on the market, they typically work well (and any issues I've ever heard of have been taken care of quickly but their cs) and as for the weight of them, Rock, like other makers, does make alloy frame versions as well as various size and feature versions. I've had the Les Bauer premier 2 for 20 years. Capacity : 8+1. The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON 1911 pistol's has risen 95 units over the past 12 months. Try that now! By the end of the course, the guns were broken in, loostened up, and were down to failure rates of 1 per 50, to 1 per 100 rounds. There were a lot of guns I would have loved to fit on this list. 1 These guys make THE finest 1911 period. These are for people who want a 1911 but cant afford to go out and buy an uber-expensive 1911. Sadly, every Colt I've handled in the last five years simply did not have the same quality slide to frame, grip safety and barrel fit. Also, why rate a pistol based on what you can get if you sell it? 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 Want more 1911s in 10mm? 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. Ive tried all three of the mags listed above, and my Mono seems to work best with the Cobra Mags from Tripp. Both cost 3x the RIA and are not even close in quality. I would buy from a top 10 rated manufacturer based upon ease of doing business - they all lose. I have moved on to WC, Nighthawks, Brown, DanWesson, etc. It was to match my 1985 department commemorative model. For the money, I think the Dan Wesson 1911s are on top of the stack. I cannot believe Dan Wesson didn't make your list. Me too. Well done ! Putting the dollars aside - would you prefer the Wilson Combat CQB Tactical or the Vickers Tactical Master Class (you mentioned lots of Wilson parts), with accuracy and quality as criteria? I recently shot a Desert Eagle stainless at the NRA Personal Protection Expo. Premium:9x19: SA EMP Conceal Carry Contour. The one's I have, have just become too valuable! It is a Series 70 and its beautiful. The 1911 is my all time favourite handgun, I have owned most of the major brands from basic to high end, and in all populars calibers from .22 to 10mm. The standard Commander model is the middle sized . I just rather of not to had to take the stupid route to learn it! You can read our full review of the GI model here. Such a joy to shoot. Ya, that was the deciding factor! My first Sig was / is a P226 (9mm) purchased in 1985. Good article. For those looking to for the pinnacle of speed, accuracy, and shootability, this gun has you covered. The Smith & Wesson Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series offers shooters the power and reliability needed for everyday carry. Its not much thicker than the single stack C version (8 rounds) while coming in at just around the same weight of 25 oz. View Deal . But the 45 is still my favorite. My pleasure, thanks for sharing your own experiences. The M1911 has a magazine - not a clip. No other words are needed! ( I am being sincere ) Smith&Wesson 1911 PD .45acp Commander. Probably the BEST bang-for-your-buck 1911 out there (match grade barrel, forged frame and slide). They are much more accurate than I could ever shoot particularly the later 2016 Trophy models I have. The web interface is NOT that hard to design. The ultimate replacement would be John Brownings 1911 chambered in .45 Automatic (AKA .45 ACP, .45 Auto, .45 Automatic Colt Pistol). . The frequency with which it fails to go into battery, even shooting the hottest .357 loads, is off-putting for me. I'm sure the "fish scale" slide serrations and external extractor will aesthetically offend some, but, in my humble opinion, it is one of the best bang-for-your-buck (sub-$1000) 1911's on the market. It's not even a contest. I was wondering the same thing about the S&W though I was considering a Sig1911 not colt, I bought the Remington and was reading up on it. FAST, FREE shipping over $80! And at the time of buying only some $75.00! We probably could fill an entire list with just Springfield products, so it is always tough to pick just a few! SPANS John Moses Brownings tried and true design hasnt changed much over the years, but now there are some new features and more calibers, opening this pistol up to even more shooters. Not sure there is really a bad 1911. While it is a bit more expensive to shoot, it is quite versatile if you. You do not pay 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. Only complaint is that the springs feel quite stronger Ive had my Les Baer Monolith for over 20 years. Condition at purchase: Used. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you've learned to trust. No firing pin lock, pretty much GI except for the guide rod (but being one piece, no 'extra' parts!) The CQB Elite is truly incredible(damn well better be for the money) and is definitely the pinnacle of 1911's.but a Springfield Mil-Spec, Garrison, Operator will serve you well and are reliable as hell. and to fill in the gap between 3200 and 4.5 million, Chambers, Harrison, Bunker, Rogers, Rodgers, Businesss End, etc etc etc. You left out Dan Wesson and Les Baer 1911's. That Colt is a winner however. As designed by Browning, the 1911 was faultless. All I say is buy what feels good and take every 1s opinion with a grain of salt. Again, it's personal preference. Kimber 1911 vs. S&W. I'm new to pistols but I have narrowed my choice to the Kimber Costum Stainless Target II or a stainless SW1911. What kind of 1911 do you have? If you're looking to spend good money (1-2,000) on a 1911, Dan Wesson or Springfield are my top two picks. Probably the best option under $1K IMO. If I may add, Dan Wesson Valor gives you Wilson Combat, Les Baer, and Ed Brown level fit and quality at a better price. The course of fire was 4500+ rounds. . Was told by the seller it was issued to his grand dad in ww1 his dad carried it in ww2 he carried in Korea just love that work of art. The Premier II is no exception. . They offer a few 1911 models, but the one to make this list is the STX. Already had an RIA plus cash offered for it.Have their 4.25" Carry waiting for me to pick up. Great minds must think alikeas I typed you had already added same thoughts on Ruger's SR1911. Form, fit and function have been 100%. So what's wrong with the Ruger? Took a while but one finally became mine. Standardized parts. Bought way back in the 1990s. Parts have gotten better as have my gunsmithing skills. But in no way related to Remington Arms. 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