Springfield Loaded vs TRP

[CoachUP]

Get the TRP. I like the checkering personally. It does not tear up my hands at all.

[Mayor McRifle]

Get the TRP. I like the checkering personally. It does not tear up my hands at all.

You must be a guy who doesn't use moisturizer on his hands. I thought I was the only one. I think the TRP's checkering is perfect.

[Chapped Hide]

Get the TRP. I like the checkering personally. It does not tear up my hands at all.

You must be a guy who doesn't use moisturizer on his hands. I thought I was the only one. I think the TRP's checkering is perfect.

Same here. I actually prefer the 20lpi over 25 or 30.

[FF90]

OK, I am open for suggestions, looking for decent a SS 1911 in 9mm, preferr a commander sized but open to full or compact, your suggestions and reasons ? Thanks

[Chapped Hide]

OK, I am open for suggestions, looking for decent a SS 1911 in 9mm, preferr a commander sized but open to full or compact, your suggestions and reasons ? Thanks

You only have 2 options on the roster, Springfield or Kimber and both are 5".

[FF90]

Thanks, looks like a springfield then, don't care for the feel of the kimber

[xxxx]

OK, I am open for suggestions, looking for decent a SS 1911 in 9mm, preferr a commander sized but open to full or compact, your suggestions and reasons ? Thanks

Nice thread jack buddy. 👍🏻

[LocalsOnly]

Save up and go with the TRP. I passed on a TRP for my first 1911 purchase and I regret it. I love what I have but a TRP will be my next.

[cindynles]

You should also consider the Springfield Trophy Match. Its the same price as a TRP but has a few more features.

[retired]

Forget the Loaded and the TRP. Save your money and get the Springfield Professional. It's from the Custom Shop and is the same gun the FBI uses. The only difference is one has "FBI" inscribed on it and the other has "Professional" on it.

I have a SA Milspec (my first 1911) and a Professional. The latter is a fantastic gun. I bought mine used from a fellow Calguns member. Occasionally they come up for sale here. Otherwise it is a year wait from SA Custom Shop.

The checkering on mine does not hurt my hand at all. I've shot a TRP and yes, the checkering was a bit sharp.

If you just don't want to wait or spend that much more, I'd get the TRP. It is not a Pro, but still a great gun.

[GW]

Forget the Loaded and the TRP. Save your money and get the Springfield Professional. It's from the Custom Shop and is the same gun the FBI uses. The only difference is one has "FBI" inscribed on it and the other has "Professional" on it.

I have a SA Milspec (my first 1911) and a Professional. The latter is a fantastic gun. I bought mine used from a fellow Calguns member. Occasionally they come up for sale here. Otherwise it is a year wait from SA Custom Shop.

The checkering on mine does not hurt my hand at all. I've shot a TRP and yes, the checkering was a bit sharp.

If you just don't want to wait or spend that much more, I'd get the TRP. It is not a Pro, but still a great gun.

Well if we're going off the reservation then really save your money till you can buy a Wilson Combat.
I wonder if I would have as many 1911's as I do if I'd just bought the CQB first.
Ehh Probably.

OP, see if you can find a rental TRP and/or Loaded model and shoot a few hundred rounds. If that's not an option, hold the TRP in your shooting hand and twist and torque with your off hand. If you think you will be happy with that aggressive checkering then buy the TRP. If not get the Loaded model, The Loaded really is a fine pistol in it's own right The TRP has more features and is a fine pistol, but if you end up not liking that feel, the you aren't going to want to shoot it and you'll have an expensive safe-queen.

OTOH the Loaded will give you the full on 1911 experience and if you get the 1911 bug, you can go TRP or Wilson or Les Baer etc.Or you can buy lots of low and mid-range priced 1911's They're all great IMO.

Good luck with whatever you choose. but be warned---1911's are highly addictive.

[Sac-AR15]

+1 for the TRP. I just recently bought a second one locally for $1320 OTD brand new. Plus Springfield has their gear up promo going on right now which makes the deal even better. I had a loaded but ended up selling it to fund something else.

[crosseyedshooter]

It costs as much as buying the TRP, if not more, to buy a loaded and add a magwell and front strap checkering. For a single stack pistol, I've found that a magwell is helpful for smooth reloads. Front strap checkering is personal preference.

So, go for the TRP if you think you want those are particular features because it'll cost less than adding it later. I'm my case, I wanted a 9mm and the loaded was available and on roster.

[GW]

So, OP
What did you decide?

[xxxx]

So, OP
What did you decide?

I am selling my FN PS90 USG and will trade for a TRP. It's been in the For Sale section for 3 days now.

I understand the fit is better, and apparently it is so much better that it is worth the extra one thousands whatever. If anyone knows where I can get a non railed TRP brand new out the door in So Cal. LET ME KNOW.